Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for Child First Word

Last updated: 12/18/2025

Child First Word (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is an educational flashcard application designed for young children. We are committed to protecting children’s privacy and complying with applicable privacy laws, including the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).

1. Information We Collect

Child First Word does not directly collect personal information such as names, email addresses, or contact details.

However, the app uses trusted third-party services that may collect limited, non-personal information automatically for app functionality and improvement.

2. Third-Party Services Used

a) Google AdMob

We use Google AdMob to display advertisements.

• Ads are intended to be child-directed and non-personalized

• AdMob may collect:

  • Device information

  • Approximate location (country-level)

  • Ad interaction data

We configure AdMob to comply with COPPA and Google’s Families Policy.

📌 Learn more: https://policies.google.com/privacy

b) Firebase Analytics

Firebase Analytics is used to understand how the app is used so we can improve the learning experience.

• Data collected may include:

  • App usage statistics

  • Device type and operating system

• No personally identifiable information is collected.

📌 Learn more: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy

c) Firebase Crashlytics

Firebase Crashlytics helps us identify and fix app crashes.

• It may collect:

  • Crash logs

  • Device information

  • App version details

• This data is used only for app stability and performance.

d) In-App Purchases

Child First Word may offer in-app purchases (such as unlocking additional content).

• Payments are processed securely by Google Play

• We do not collect or store payment information

• Google may collect data as required to complete transactions

📌 Learn more: https://policies.google.com/privacy

3. Children’s Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

• The app is designed for children under 13

• We do not knowingly collect personal data from children

• Ads are configured to be family-friendly and non-targeted

• No social sharing or communication features are present

Parents or guardians may contact us if they believe any personal data has been collected unintentionally.

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell or share personal information.

Data may be shared only with:

• Google AdMob

• Firebase Analytics

• Firebase Crashlytics

solely for app functionality, analytics, advertising, and crash reporting.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect data collected through third-party services. Since no personal data is stored by us directly, risks are minimized.

6. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be reflected with an updated “Last updated” date.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or children’s privacy, please contact us:

📧 Email: auroradevs@gmail.com

By using Child First Word, you agree to this Privacy Policy.