Privacy Policy

Last Updated: February 14, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to German Driver Theory ("we," "our," or "us"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and web service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: When you create an account, we may collect your email address and username.
• Progress Data: We store your test results, completed chapters, and learning progress to provide personalized study recommendations.
• Preferences: Language selection, notification settings, and app preferences.

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Usage Data: Information about how you interact with the app, including questions answered, time spent, and features used.
• Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information.
• Log Data: IP address, browser type, access times, and pages viewed.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain our service
• To track your learning progress and customize your experience
• To send you notifications about your study progress (if enabled)
• To improve our app based on usage patterns
• To detect, prevent, and address technical issues
• To comply with legal obligations

4. Data Storage and Security

We use Firebase (Google Cloud Platform) to store and process your data. Your information is stored on secure servers with industry-standard encryption. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

5. 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 (like Firebase) who assist in operating our app.
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety.
• Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, sale of company assets, or acquisition.

6. Third-Party Services

Our app uses the following third-party services:

• Firebase: For authentication, database, and hosting services. View Firebase Privacy Policy
• Google Analytics: For usage analytics (if implemented). View Google Privacy Policy

7. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
• Export: Request an export of your data in a portable format
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your consent for data processing at any time

8. Children's Privacy

Our service is not directed to children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using our service, you consent to such transfers.

10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our service and store certain information. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent.

11. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal data within 30 days.

12. 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. You are advised to review this privacy policy periodically for any changes.

13. GDPR Compliance

If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain data protection rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). We aim to take reasonable steps to allow you to correct, amend, delete, or limit the use of your personal data.

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