# Privacy Policy for TrailWise
**Last Updated: January 18, 2026**
This privacy policy applies to the TrailWise mobile application (the "App") developed by nedhug (the "Developer," "we," "us," or "our"). This App is provided as a free service and is intended for use "AS IS."
By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
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## 1. Information We Collect
### 1.1 Information You Provide
TrailWise does NOT require you to create an account or provide any personal information. The App operates entirely offline on your device.
### 1.2 Information Stored Locally on Your Device
The App stores the following information locally on your device using secure local storage:
- **Quiz Progress**: Your quiz completion history, scores, and performance statistics
- **App Preferences**: Settings and onboarding completion status
- **Usage Streaks**: Your consecutive days of app usage
**Important**: This data is stored only on your device and is NOT transmitted to our servers. We do not have access to this data.
### 1.3 Information Collected by Third-Party Services
#### AdMob (Google)
The App uses Google AdMob to display advertisements. AdMob may collect and process the following information:
- **Advertising ID**: A unique, user-resettable ID for advertising
- **Device Information**: Device model, operating system version, screen size
- **Ad Interaction Data**: Information about ads you view or interact with
- **App Usage Data**: Time spent in the app, app open/close events
- **IP Address**: Your device's Internet Protocol address
- **Approximate Location**: Derived from IP address (not precise GPS location)
For more information about how Google uses data, please review:
- [Google Privacy Policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy)
- [Google's Advertising Privacy & Terms](https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads)
#### Expo Framework
The App is built using Expo, which may collect crash reports and performance data to improve app stability. For more information:
- [Expo Privacy Policy](https://expo.dev/privacy)
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## 2. How We Use Information
### 2.1 Information We Use Directly
- **Local quiz data**: To track your progress, display statistics, and maintain your learning streak
- **App preferences**: To remember your settings and prevent showing onboarding screens repeatedly
### 2.2 Information Used by Third Parties
- **AdMob**: Uses collected data to serve personalized advertisements and measure ad performance
- **Expo**: Uses crash data to improve app stability (if crashes occur)
**We do NOT:**
- Collect or store personal information on our servers
- Track your location
- Access your contacts, photos, or other personal files
- Send you marketing emails or notifications
- Share your data for purposes other than those listed above
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## 3. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or transfer your information to third parties, except:
1. **With Third-Party Service Providers**:
- **Google AdMob**: For displaying advertisements (as described above)
- **Expo**: For app infrastructure and crash reporting
2. **Legal Requirements**: We may disclose information if required by law, such as:
- To comply with a subpoena, court order, or similar legal process
- To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of others
- To investigate fraud or respond to government requests
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## 4. Your Rights and Choices
### 4.1 Opt-Out of Personalized Ads
You can opt out of personalized advertising by:
- **iOS**: Go to Settings > Privacy > Advertising > Enable "Limit Ad Tracking"
- **Android**: Go to Settings > Google > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization
### 4.2 Delete Your Data
Since all data is stored locally on your device:
- **Delete all app data**: Uninstall the TrailWise app from your device
- **Reset progress only**: Use the app's settings to reset your quiz progress (if available)
### 4.3 GDPR Rights (European Users)
If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights:
- **Right to Access**: Request what data is collected about you
- **Right to Deletion**: Request deletion of your data
- **Right to Rectification**: Correct inaccurate data
- **Right to Object**: Object to data processing
- **Right to Data Portability**: Receive your data in a portable format
### 4.4 CCPA Rights (California Users)
If you are a California resident, you have the right to:
- Know what personal information is collected
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell data)
To exercise these rights, contact us at: **abdelmoughitkorchi@gmail.com**
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## 5. Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)
TrailWise is suitable for users of all ages, including children under 13. However:
- We do NOT knowingly collect personal information from children under 13
- The App does not require registration or account creation
- All data is stored locally on the device
- AdMob ads shown are marked as "family-safe" and comply with Google's policies for child-directed content
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided personal information, please contact us immediately at **abdelmoughitkorchi@gmail.com**, and we will take appropriate action.
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## 6. Data Security
We take data security seriously:
- **Local Storage**: Data stored on your device is protected by your device's built-in security features
- **No Cloud Storage**: We do not store your data on our servers, reducing security risks
- **Encryption**: Data transmission to third-party services (AdMob) uses industry-standard encryption
However, no method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
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## 7. Data Retention
- **Local Data**: Stored on your device until you uninstall the App or clear app data
- **AdMob Data**: Retained according to Google's privacy policy and data retention policies
- **Expo Data**: Retained according to Expo's privacy policy
We do not retain any user data on our servers.
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## 8. International Data Transfers
If you use the App outside your country of residence, your information may be transferred to and processed in other countries, including:
- **United States**: Where Google AdMob servers are located
These transfers comply with applicable data protection laws, including GDPR.
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## 9. Third-Party Links
The App may contain links to third-party websites or services (e.g., in educational content). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
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## 10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do:
- The "Last Updated" date at the top will be revised
- Significant changes will be communicated through the App or via email (if applicable)
- Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
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## 11. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us:
**Email**: abdelmoughitkorchi@gmail.com
**App Name**: TrailWise
**Developer**: nedhug
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.
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## 12. Your Consent
By downloading, installing, or using the TrailWise App, you consent to this Privacy Policy and the collection, use, and sharing of information as described herein.
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**This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 18, 2026.**