Privacy Policy for Njano

Last Updated: November 25, 2025

Introduction

Welcome to Njano, a mobile application dedicated to preserving and teaching the Njano writing system, an ancient Gikuyu script. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.

By using Njano, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the application.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide to Us

• Account Information: When you create an account, we may collect your phone number and other registration details

• User Progress Data: Your learning progress, completed lessons, quiz scores, and practice history

• User Preferences: App settings, language preferences, and customization choices

• User-Generated Content: Any images or content you upload within the app

Information Automatically Collected

• Device Information: Device type, operating system version, unique device identifiers (Android ID)

• Usage Data: Features accessed, time spent in the app, interaction patterns, and navigation paths

• Local Storage Data: App preferences and cached data stored on your device

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Educational Services: To provide learning content, track your progress, and personalize your learning experience

• App Functionality: To enable core features like saving progress, syncing across devices, and maintaining user preferences

• Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve app performance, features, and user experience

• Communication: To send important updates about the app, new features, or changes to our services

• Technical Support: To respond to your requests and provide customer support

• Security: To protect against unauthorized access and ensure the security of our services

Data Storage and Security

Storage Locations

• Local Storage: Some data is stored locally on your device using secure storage mechanisms

• Cloud Storage: User data is stored securely using Firebase and Supabase cloud services

• Image Storage: User-uploaded images are stored in Firebase Storage

Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest

• Secure authentication mechanisms

• Regular security assessments

• Access controls and monitoring

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

Data Sharing and Disclosure

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

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers (Firebase, Supabase) who assist in operating our app

• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or governmental authority

• Protection of Rights: To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property, and that of our users

• Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, sale of company assets, or acquisition

Third-Party Services

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

• Firebase: For authentication, cloud storage, and database services (Firebase Privacy Policy)

• Supabase: For backend services and data storage (Supabase Privacy Policy)

These services have their own privacy policies addressing how they use such information.

Your Data Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to the personal data we hold about you

• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data

• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data

• Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format

• Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw your consent at any time where we rely on consent to process your data

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within a reasonable timeframe.

Children's Privacy

Njano is designed for educational purposes and may be used by children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete such information.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on servers located outside of your country, where data protection laws may differ. By using Njano, you consent to the transfer of your information to these locations.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

• Posting the new Privacy Policy in the app

• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy

• Sending you a notification through the app (for material changes)

Your continued use of the app after any modifications indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

Contact Us

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

Email: [Your Contact Email]
Address: [Your Physical Address]
Phone: [Your Contact Phone Number]

Consent

By using Njano, you hereby consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.

Summary of Key Points

• We collect information you provide and usage data to improve your learning experience

• Your data is stored securely using industry-standard encryption

• We do not sell your personal information to third parties

• You have the right to access, correct, or delete your data

• We use Firebase and Supabase for cloud services

• We take children's privacy seriously and comply with applicable laws

• You can contact us anytime with privacy concerns

Thank you for trusting Njano with your learning journey in preserving the Gikuyu cultural heritage.