Privacy Policy for Learnardo

Effective Date: February 7, 2026

Last Updated: February 7, 2026

Welcome to Learnardo! We are committed to protecting your privacy and the privacy of your children. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application (“App”). Please read this privacy policy carefully.

Important: Learnardo is designed for children ages 2 to 14. We are committed to complying with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and other applicable privacy laws.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information You Provide

When you create an account, we collect:

  • Email address: Used for account authentication and recovery
  • Display name: Used to personalize the learning experience and display on leaderboards
  • Password: Encrypted and stored securely through Firebase Authentication

1.2 Usage and Performance Data

To provide and improve our educational services, we collect:

  • Game progress: Levels completed, stars earned, scores, and accuracy
  • Skill performance: Progress in math, writing, and literacy activities
  • Learning statistics: Time spent on activities, attempts, and completion rates
  • Leaderboard data: Aggregated performance metrics for ranking purposes

1.3 Device and Technical Information

  • Device information: Device type, operating system version
  • Network status: Internet connectivity status (to enable offline mode)
  • App diagnostics: Crash reports and error logs to improve app stability

1.4 Guest Mode Data

When using Guest Mode (without creating an account):

  • Progress is stored locally on your device only
  • No personal information is collected or transmitted
  • Data can be migrated to a full account if you choose to sign up later

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

2.1 Provide and Maintain the Service

  • Enable account creation and authentication
  • Save and sync learning progress across devices
  • Provide personalized learning experiences
  • Enable offline functionality

2.2 Improve and Optimize

  • Analyze usage patterns to improve educational content
  • Identify and fix technical issues
  • Develop new features and activities

2.3 Communication

  • Respond to your feedback and support requests
  • Send important service updates (if necessary)

2.4 Display Relevant Advertising

  • Show age-appropriate, kid-friendly advertisements through Google Mobile Ads
  • Ads are non-personalized for users under 13 in compliance with COPPA

3. Data Storage and Security

3.1 Where We Store Data

  • Cloud storage: User accounts and progress are stored securely in Google Firebase
  • Local storage: Cached data for offline access is stored on your device using AsyncStorage

3.2 How We Protect Data

  • All data transmission is encrypted using HTTPS/TLS
  • Passwords are hashed and never stored in plain text
  • Firebase security rules restrict unauthorized access
  • Regular security audits and updates

However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do NOT sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information only in the following limited circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers

  • Firebase (Google): For authentication, database, and cloud storage services
  • Google Mobile Ads: For displaying advertisements (non-personalized for children)

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., court orders, legal processes).

4.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred. We will provide notice before your personal information is transferred and becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

4.4 Public Leaderboards

Display names and performance statistics may be visible to other users on public leaderboards. No other personal information is shared publicly.

5. Children’s Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

Learnardo is designed for children ages 2 to 14. We are committed to protecting children’s privacy:

  • We collect only the minimum information necessary to provide the service
  • Parental consent is required for children under 13 to create accounts
  • Advertisements shown to children are non-personalized and kid-friendly
  • We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent
  • Guest mode allows children to use the app without providing any personal information

Parental Rights

Parents and guardians have the right to:

  • Review their child’s personal information
  • Request deletion of their child’s personal information
  • Refuse further collection or use of their child’s information

To exercise these rights, please contact us at the email address provided below.

6. Your Privacy Rights and Choices

6.1 Access and Update

You can access and update your account information directly within the App at any time.

6.2 Delete Your Account

You may request deletion of your account and all associated data by contacting us. Upon request, we will delete your information within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.

6.3 Guest Mode

You can use the App in Guest Mode without creating an account. Guest data is stored only on your local device and can be deleted by clearing the app’s data.

6.4 Opt-Out of Data Collection

If you do not want us to collect usage data, you can use Guest Mode or delete your account.

7. Third-Party Services

Our App uses the following third-party services that may collect information:

7.1 Firebase (Google)

7.2 Google Mobile Ads

8. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. Specifically:

  • Account data: Retained until you delete your account
  • Progress data: Retained to maintain learning continuity
  • Guest mode data: Stored locally on device until app data is cleared
  • Diagnostic data: Retained for up to 90 days for troubleshooting purposes

After account deletion, we may retain some information in anonymized or aggregated form for analytical purposes.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and stored on servers located outside your country of residence. By using Learnardo, you consent to the transfer of information to countries outside of your country of residence, which may have different data protection rules.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:

  • Posting the new Privacy Policy in the App
  • Updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy
  • Sending an email notification (if we have your email address)

Your continued use of the App after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact Us

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

Developer: FudgyLogic

Email: [email protected]

App Package: com.fudgylogic.learnardo

For parental consent requests, data access requests, or account deletion requests, please include “Learnardo Privacy Request” in the subject line.

12. Additional Information for Specific Regions

12.1 European Economic Area (EEA) Users

If you are located in the EEA, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

  • Right to access your personal data
  • Right to rectification of inaccurate data
  • Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
  • Right to restrict processing
  • Right to data portability
  • Right to object to processing
  • Right to withdraw consent

12.2 California Residents

If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

  • Right to know what personal information is collected
  • Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
  • Right to say no to the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
  • Right to access your personal information
  • Right to delete your personal information
  • Right to equal service and price

13. Permissions Requested

The App requests the following permissions:

  • INTERNET: Required to sync data, authenticate users, and display content
  • ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE: Required to detect offline mode and enable appropriate functionality

We do NOT request access to:

  • Camera or photos
  • Microphone or audio recording
  • Location services
  • Contacts or calendar

Thank you for trusting Learnardo with your child’s learning journey. We are committed to protecting your privacy while providing a safe, engaging, and educational experience.

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