Privacy Policy

Welcome to Decorebator. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information when you use our vocabulary learning app. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about our data practices.

Personal Information

• Email address for account creation
• Password (encrypted and never stored in plain text)
• Display name (optional)
• Subscription status and payment information (processed by Stripe)

Learning Data

• Words and vocabulary lists you create
• Learning progress and quiz performance
• Spaced repetition schedule data
• Practice time and learning streaks
• Error reports for AI-generated content

Technical Data

• Device type and operating system
• App version and language settings
• Anonymous usage analytics (PostHog)
• Error logs and crash reports (Sentry)
• IP address (for security purposes only)

Core App Functionality

• Account creation and authentication
• Synchronizing learning progress across devices
• Delivering personalized spaced repetition schedules
• Generating AI-powered vocabulary content
• Ensuring content appropriateness through automated moderation

App Improvement

• Analyzing usage patterns to improve features
• Identifying and fixing technical issues
• Developing new educational features
• Optimizing app performance

Communication

• Sending subscription renewal notifications
• Providing customer support
• Sharing important app updates (with your consent)

Service Providers

• OpenAI: For generating vocabulary definitions, images, and audio
• Stripe: For secure payment processing (subscription management)
• SendGrid: For transactional email delivery
• Sentry: For error monitoring and crash reporting
• PostHog: For privacy-focused analytics

Data Processing

• Vocabulary terms are sent to OpenAI for content generation
• Payment information is processed securely by Stripe
• Analytics data is anonymized and aggregated
• No personal data is sold to third parties

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or to protect our rights and safety.

Technical Safeguards

• End-to-end encryption for sensitive data
• Secure API communications using HTTPS
• JWT tokens for authenticated sessions
• Secure local storage on your device

Access Controls

• Limited employee access to personal data
• Regular security audits and updates
• Data minimization practices
• Secure development practices

Account Management

• Access: View your personal information in app settings
• Update: Modify your profile and preferences anytime
• Delete: Request complete account deletion
• Export: Download your learning data

Privacy Controls

• Analytics: Opt out of usage analytics
• Notifications: Control email and push notifications
• Data Processing: Limit AI content generation features
• Location: No location data is collected

Subscription Management

• Cancel: End subscriptions through app stores
• Refunds: Request refunds according to store policies
• Data Retention: Learning data preserved during subscription

Active Accounts

• Personal information: Retained while account is active
• Learning progress: Preserved for educational continuity
• Analytics data: Aggregated and anonymized after 90 days

Deleted Accounts

• Personal information: Deleted within 30 days
• Learning data: Permanently removed
• Legal requirements: Some data may be retained as required by law

Decorebator is suitable for all ages, including children under 13. For users under 13:

• Parental consent is required for account creation
• Limited data collection focused on educational features
• No behavioral advertising or tracking
• Enhanced privacy protections

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own, including:

• United States (OpenAI, Stripe, SendGrid)
• European Union (data protection compliance)
• Other regions where our service providers operate

We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers.

Local Storage

• App preferences and settings
• Authentication tokens
• Offline learning data
• No third-party tracking cookies

Analytics

• Anonymized usage statistics
• Performance monitoring
• Error tracking
• No personal identification

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect:

• Changes in app features
• Legal requirements
• Improved privacy practices
• User feedback and requests

Significant changes will be communicated through:

• In-app notifications
• Email updates (if opted in)
• App Store update notes

European Union (GDPR)

• Right to access your personal data
• Right to rectify inaccurate information
• Right to erase your data
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing

California (CCPA)

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of sale (we don't sell data)
• Right to non-discrimination

Other Regions

We comply with applicable privacy laws in all regions where the app is available.

Privacy Questions

• Email: privacy@decorebator.com
• Response Time: Within 72 hours
• Data Requests: Processed within 30 days

General Support

• In-App: Settings > Help & Support
• Email: support@decorebator.com
• Website: https://decorebator.com/privacy

Data Protection Officer

• Email: dpo@decorebator.com
• Role: Overseeing privacy compliance and user rights

We are committed to transparency about our privacy practices:

• No data sales to third parties
• Minimal data collection for core functionality
• User control over privacy settings
• Regular privacy policy updates
• Open communication about data practices

Your privacy is fundamental to our mission of providing effective vocabulary learning. We are committed to:

• Protecting your personal information
• Being transparent about our practices
• Giving you control over your data
• Continuously improving our privacy protections

By using Decorebator, you agree to this Privacy Policy. Please review it regularly for updates and contact us with any questions or concerns.