# Privacy Policy for Wàlanda
**Last Updated: June 9, 2026**
This privacy policy governs your use of the software application **Wàlanda** ("Application") for mobile devices, which was created by Fousseyni Djenika.
Wàlanda is an educational mobile application designed for learning the Bambara language (Bamanankan) through lessons, audio, quizzes, and songs.
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## 1. Information Collection and Use
### Personal Data
Wàlanda **does not collect, request, or transmit any personally identifiable information (PII)**. You do not need to create an account, register, or provide any personal details (such as name, email address, phone number, or location) to use the Application.
### Local Configuration Data
The Application saves settings and preferences locally on your device (for example, theme mode, font size selections, and active modules) to provide a smooth user experience. This data:
- Is stored strictly on your device using Flutter's secure local preference storage (`SharedPreferences`).
- Is never uploaded to external servers.
- Is automatically deleted if you uninstall the Application.
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## 2. Third-Party Services
The Application may use third-party services that collect information used to identify you or optimize app performance. The Application is distributed via the Google Play Store, which employs Google Play Services.
You can read the privacy policies of these providers here:
- [Google Play Services Privacy Policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy)
These services may automatically collect standard diagnostic, crash reporting, and usage statistics (such as device manufacturer, operating system version, and session data) to help improve the application.
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## 3. Children's Privacy
We are committed to protecting the privacy of children. Wàlanda is designed for general audiences and student learning, and it **does not knowingly collect any personal data from children under the age of 13**. If we discover that any personal data has been inadvertently collected, we will take immediate steps to delete it.
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## 4. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of the policy. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
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## 5. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback regarding your privacy while using the Application, please contact us:
- **By Email**: fousseynidjenika@gmail.com
- **By Phone**: +223 71 38 32 05