Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 15, 2025

TigrinyaDict (“we,” “us,” or “our”) develops and operates mobile applications including dictionaries, keyboards, educational tools, and other language learning applications (collectively, the “Services”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use any of our Services.

Scope: This Privacy Policy applies to all TigrinyaDict mobile applications including but not limited to dictionaries, keyboards, educational apps, and language learning tools. Different apps may collect different types of data based on their functionality, as described below.

By using our Service, you consent to the data practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

The types of information we collect may vary depending on which TigrinyaDict app you use:

Personal Information

We may collect the following personal information:

  • Email Address: When you contact us for support, feedback, or account creation
  • Device Information: Device type, operating system version, app version, and device identifiers
  • Location Data: Approximate location for localized content and advertisements (if permitted)

App-Specific Data Collection

Dictionary Apps

  • Search History: Words and phrases you search for
  • Saved Content: Favorites, bookmarks, and personal notes
  • Usage Patterns: Most frequently accessed words and features

Keyboard Apps

  • Typing Statistics: Frequency of character usage for predictive text improvement
  • Language Preferences: Selected keyboard languages and layouts
  • Custom Words: User-added words to personal dictionary
  • Note: We do not collect or store the actual content you type

Educational Apps

  • Learning Progress: Completed lessons, quiz scores, and skill levels
  • Study Preferences: Preferred learning methods and difficulty settings
  • Achievement Data: Badges, streaks, and milestone completions

Usage Data (All Apps)

We automatically collect certain information when you use our Services:

  • App Usage Statistics: Session duration, feature usage, and navigation patterns
  • Performance Data: Crash reports, error logs, and technical diagnostics
  • Analytics Data: User engagement metrics to improve app functionality

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for:

  • Service Provision: To provide and maintain app functionality across all our applications
  • Data Synchronization: To sync your preferences, saved content, and settings across devices
  • Personalization: To customize app experience based on your usage patterns and preferences
  • App Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and enhance features across our app portfolio
  • Technical Support: To diagnose and resolve technical issues
  • Communication: To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
  • Advertising: To display relevant advertisements in free versions of our apps
  • Subscription Management: To process premium subscription payments and unlock features
  • Keyboard Functionality: To improve predictive text and autocorrect features (keyboard apps only)
  • Learning Analytics: To track progress and provide personalized learning experiences (educational apps only)

Data Storage and Security

Storage Location

Your data is securely stored using Google Firebase services, which comply with industry-standard security measures.

Security Measures

  • Data encryption in transit and at rest
  • Regular security audits and updates
  • Access controls limiting data access to authorized personnel only
  • Secure backup and recovery procedures

Data Retention

  • Personal data is retained only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy
  • Dictionary search history may be retained for up to 2 years for service improvement
  • Keyboard usage statistics are retained for up to 1 year and are anonymized
  • Educational progress data is retained as long as your account is active
  • Crash and diagnostic data is retained for up to 6 months
  • You may request deletion of your personal data at any time
  • Anonymized usage data may be retained indefinitely for analytical purposes

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

Google AdMob

  • Purpose: Display advertisements within the app
  • Data Shared: Device identifiers, location data (if permitted), usage patterns for ad targeting
  • Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
  • Ad Personalization: You can opt out of personalized ads in your device settings

Google Firebase

Google Analytics

Firebase Crashlytics

Your Privacy Rights

Access and Control

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data
  • Correction: Update or correct inaccurate personal information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
  • Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service

Opt-Out Options

  • Analytics: You can disable analytics tracking in your device settings
  • Personalized Ads: You can opt out of personalized advertising through your device’s ad settings
  • Keyboard Data: You can disable usage statistics in keyboard app settings
  • Location Services: You can disable location access for our apps in your device settings
  • Data Collection: Contact us to opt out of non-essential data collection for any specific app

Children’s Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will delete such information immediately.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and that appropriate safeguards are in place.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of any material changes by:

  • Posting an updated version in the app
  • Sending an email notification (if we have your email address)
  • Displaying a prominent notice within the Service

Your continued use of the Service after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

Legal Disclosure

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to:

  • Legal processes or government requests
  • Protection of our rights, property, or safety
  • Prevention of fraud or illegal activities
  • Compliance with applicable laws and regulations

Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Email: Tigrinyadict@gmail.com
Subject Line: Privacy Policy Inquiry

Please specify which TigrinyaDict app your inquiry concerns (e.g., Tigrinya English Dictionary, [Keyboard App Name], [Educational App Name], etc.) to ensure we provide the most relevant assistance.

About TigrinyaDict: TigrinyaDict is a mobile app development company specializing in language learning tools including dictionaries, keyboards, and educational applications. This Privacy Policy covers all TigrinyaDict applications and services.

This Privacy Policy is effective as of the date stated above and will remain in effect except with respect to any changes in its provisions in the future, which will be in effect immediately after being posted on this page.