Privacy Policy – Instant Japanese: Tap & Speak

Effective Date: September 1, 2025

Instant Japanese: Tap & Speak (“we,” “our,” “us”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and how we protect it when you use our mobile application (“App”).

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy applies to the Instant Japanese: Tap & Speak language learning app, available on iOS and Android. The App is designed to help users learn practical Japanese phrases for travel and everyday use. You can use the App without creating an account, logging in, or providing personal details.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Language Preferences: Your chosen display language (English, Traditional Chinese, or both).
  
  

• App Settings: Your configuration preferences (e.g., sound, haptic feedback, hiding alcohol-related content).
  
  

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Device Information: Basic device type, operating system, and app version (used only for technical troubleshooting if you contact us).
  
  

• Performance Data: Limited crash reports or performance data (only if crash reporting is enabled in future versions).
  
  

2.3 Information We Do Not Collect

We do not collect or store:

• Personal identifiers (such as your name, email address, or phone number).
  
  

• Learning progress or lesson completion.
  
  

• Physical location data.
  
  

• Payment or financial information (all purchases are handled by the Apple App Store or Google Play Store under their terms).
  
  

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the limited information we handle solely to:

• Deliver and improve language learning features.
  
  

• Store your preferences locally on your device.
  
  

• Diagnose and fix technical issues.
  
  

• Comply with legal obligations where required.
  
  

4. Data Storage and Security

4.1 Local Storage

• Your settings and preferences are stored locally on your device using secure storage (e.g., AsyncStorage).
  
  

• This information is never transmitted to our servers.
  
  

4.2 Data Security

• We implement reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to protect information handled by the App.
  
  

• If analytics or crash reporting is introduced in future versions, such data will be transmitted securely using industry-standard encryption.
  
  

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

5.1 We Do Not Sell Your Data

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data.

5.2 Limited Sharing

We may share limited data only in the following cases:

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party tools needed to operate the App (e.g., Expo services, text-to-speech for audio playback).
  
  

• Legal Requirements: If required by law, regulation, or government request.
  
  

• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
  
  

6. Third-Party Services

The App may use or integrate third-party services, including but not limited to:

• Expo (for app development and updates).
  
  

• Speech/Audio Services (for pronunciation playback).
  
  

• Crash & Analytics Services (for performance monitoring, if enabled in the future).
  
  

Each third-party provider has its own privacy policy, which we encourage you to review.

7. Data Retention

• Local Data: Stored on your device until you uninstall the App or clear app storage.
  
  

• Analytics & Crash Data: If enabled in future versions, retained up to 2 years (analytics) and 1 year (crash data).
  
  

8. Your Rights and Choices

You may:

• Access Your Data: View your app settings and preferences within the App.
  
  

• Delete Your Data: Clear app storage or uninstall the App at any time.
  
  

• Contact Us: Ask questions about your data or privacy practices.
  
  

9. Children’s Privacy

The App is safe for general audiences, including children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have unintentionally collected such data, please contact us and we will promptly delete it.

10. International Data Transfers

If limited technical data is processed by third-party services, it may be transferred and stored outside your country of residence. In such cases, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in compliance with applicable law.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted within the App or on the app store listing, with the “Effective Date” updated accordingly.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us.

13. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you may have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act, including the right to request details about how your data is handled or request deletion. Since this App collects only minimal technical data, these rights primarily apply to optional analytics data (if enabled).

14. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area, you may have additional rights under the GDPR, including the right to access, rectify, erase, or restrict the processing of your data. Since this App does not collect personal data, these rights primarily apply to optional analytics data (if enabled).

By using Instant Japanese: Tap & Speak, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.