Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 07/03/2025

Overview

WUG ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our vocabulary learning application.

Information We Collect

Account Information

  • Email Address: Provided through Google or Apple Sign-In for account creation and authentication
  • Display Name: From your Google/Apple account or as you provide it
  • User ID: Anonymous Firebase-generated identifier

Learning Data

  • Vocabulary Progress: Words learned, learning streaks, session duration
  • Study Statistics: Time spent learning, accuracy rates, completion rates
  • Custom Collections: Vocabulary collections you create
  • Pet Interactions: Virtual pet customization and interaction history

Technical Data

  • Device Information: Operating system, device language, timezone
  • Usage Analytics: App features used
  • Performance Data: App crashes, loading times (for improving app performance)
  • Notification Preferences: Push notification settings and preferences

How We Use Your Information

  • Provide Core Functionality: Enable learning sessions, progress tracking, and pet features
  • Personalization: Customize your learning experience and pet interactions
  • Analytics: Understand app usage to improve features and performance
  • Communications: Send learning reminders and app updates (only if you opt-in)

Data Storage and Security

  • Firebase Platform: Your data is securely stored using Google Firebase services
  • Encryption: All data transmission is encrypted using industry-standard protocols
  • Access Control: Only authorized systems can access your data for app functionality

What We DO NOT Do

  • No Data Selling: We never sell your personal information to third parties
  • No Advertising: We don't use your data for advertising purposes
  • No Tracking: We don't track you across other websites or apps
  • No Unnecessary Collection: We only collect data needed for app functionality

Your Rights

Data Access

You can view your profile and learning data within the app

Data Deletion

You can delete your account and all associated data by:

  1. Going to Profile Settings
  2. Selecting "Delete Account"
  3. Confirming deletion

Note: Account deletion is permanent and cannot be undone.

Data Portability

Contact us if you need a copy of your data

Opt-Out

You can disable notifications in app settings

Third-Party Services

We use these trusted services to provide our app:

  • Firebase (Google): Database, authentication, analytics
  • Apple Sign-In: Authentication for iOS users
  • Google Sign-In: Authentication option

Each service has its own privacy policy. We only share the minimum data necessary for these services to function.

Children's Privacy

WUG is suitable for ages 4+ but is not specifically directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify users of significant changes through the app.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data:

Legal Compliance

This app complies with:

  • Apple App Store Guidelines
  • Google Play Store Policies
  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)

Effective Date: 07/03/2025

Version: 1.0

By using WUG, you agree to this Privacy Policy.