Last update Nov 20, 2025
This Privacy Policy describes how Mr. Esubalew Kifle ("we," "us," or "our") handles information regarding our mobile applications:
•Fidel HaHu | ፊደል ሀሁ
•Ethio Word Search (Word Game | የቃል ጨዋታ) (collectively, the "Apps").
We are committed to providing useful educational and entertainment tools while being transparent about our data practices.
To provide free and functional apps, we use third-party services that may collect information used to identify you or your device. We do not personally collect or store your name, email, or phone number.
A. Advertising & Analytics Data (Both Apps)
Both apps use Google AdMob to display advertisements. AdMob may collect and use the following data to show relevant ads and prevent fraud:
•Advertising ID (AAID): A unique ID for advertising.
•IP Address: Used to determine general location (e.g., country/city).
•Device Information: Model, operating system version, and carrier.
•Usage Data: Information about how you interact with ads (e.g., clicks, impressions).
B. Translation Features (Ethio Word Search (Word Game | የቃል ጨዋታ) Only)
The Ethio Word Search (Word Game | የቃል ጨዋታ) app uses Google Cloud Translate. When you tap to translate a word, that specific word is sent to Google's servers to be translated. No personal user data is attached to this specific request.
We utilize the following third-party services to support our Apps. We recommend you review their privacy policies for more details:
•Google Play Services: https://policies.google.com/privacy
•Google AdMob: https://support.google.com/admob/answer/6128543?hl=en
•Google Cloud: https://cloud.google.com/terms/cloud-privacy-notice
Our Apps request the following permissions to function correctly:
•Internet Access (android.permission.INTERNET):
◦Required by both apps to load advertisements from AdMob.
◦Required by Ethio Word Search for word translations.
•Network State (android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE):
◦Required by both apps to check if the device is online before attempting to load ads.
These Apps are designed for general audiences, including families.
•We use Google Play's Approved Ad Networks (AdMob).
•We comply with Google Play's Families Policy.
•We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information (PII) from children under 13.
•The ads shown are configured to be appropriate for family audiences.
The App complies with:
· COPPA (U.S. Children's Online Privacy Protection Act)
· GDPR (EU General Data Protection Regulation)
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. You are advised to review this page periodically for any changes. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page.
We may update this policy to reflect:
•New App features
•Regulatory changes
Notification: Updates will be posted:
•On this policy page•
In the App's Google Play Store listing
Your continued use constitutes acceptance of any changes.
If you have any questions or suggestions about our Privacy Policy, do not hesitate to contact us for privacy-related inquiries:
· Email: esubalewkifle33@gmail.com
· Twitter/X: @Esubalew_Kiflee
· LinkedIn: Esubalew Kifle
· GitHub: esubalewkiflee