粵語學堂

Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 25, 2025

This policy is GDPR compliant

Introduction

粵語學堂 (Bible Cantonese) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you use our language learning application.

Information We Collect

Account Information

  • Email address
  • Full name
  • Profile information (optional)

Learning Data

  • Progress through lessons and quizzes
  • Flashcard review history
  • Practice session records
  • Personal notes and highlights on Bible verses
  • Custom vocabulary lists

Usage Data

  • Study streaks and XP earned
  • Time spent on various activities
  • Feature usage and interactions

Analytics & Cookies

  • Google Analytics cookies for usage analytics
  • IP address (anonymized)
  • Browser type and device information
  • Page views and navigation patterns
Cookies Policy

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience and analyze site usage.

Essential Cookies

Required for the website to function properly:

  • Authentication cookies (session management)
  • Security cookies (CSRF protection)
  • User preferences (language, settings)

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how visitors use our site:

  • Google Analytics (GA4) - Tracks page views, user interactions, and site performance
  • Cookie ID: G-QNGXPPKX48
  • Retention: 14 months
  • Purpose: Measure and improve user experience

You can opt-out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Managing Cookies

You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling essential cookies may affect site functionality.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and maintain the language learning service
  • Track your learning progress and personalize your experience
  • Implement spaced repetition algorithms for optimal learning
  • Display leaderboards and achievement tracking
  • Send important updates about your account or the service
  • Improve and optimize the application
Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Your data is stored securely using industry-standard encryption.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. If you wish to delete your account, please contact us and we will remove your personal data from our systems.

Your Rights

Under GDPR and other privacy laws, you have the following rights:

  • Right to Access - Request a copy of your personal data
  • Right to Rectification - Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Right to Erasure - Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
  • Right to Data Portability - Export your learning data in a machine-readable format
  • Right to Restrict Processing - Limit how we use your data
  • Right to Object - Opt-out of certain data processing activities
  • Right to Withdraw Consent - Withdraw consent for data processing at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us through the Support page. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

We process your personal data under the following legal bases:

  • Consent - For analytics cookies and marketing communications
  • Contract Performance - To provide the learning service you signed up for
  • Legitimate Interests - To improve our service and ensure security
  • Legal Obligation - To comply with applicable laws and regulations
International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA). When we transfer data internationally, we ensure adequate safeguards are in place through:

  • EU-approved Standard Contractual Clauses
  • Adequacy decisions by the EU Commission
  • Appropriate technical and organizational security measures
Third-Party Services

Our application uses the following third-party services:

  • Google Analytics - Website analytics and performance monitoring
  • Base44 Platform - Authentication, database, and hosting services

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. All third-party processors are GDPR-compliant and required to maintain the confidentiality and security of your information through data processing agreements.

Children's Privacy

Our service is intended for users of all ages. If you are under 16 (or the applicable age in your country), please obtain parental consent before using our service. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate consent.

Parents/guardians can contact us to review, modify, or delete their child's information.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, our data practices, or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:

  • Through the Support page in the application
  • Via the Contact Us page

Data Protection Officer (DPO): Available upon request

Supervisory Authority: If you're in the EU/EEA and believe we haven't addressed your concerns, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make material changes, we will:

  • Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
  • Notify you via email or in-app notification
  • Request your consent if required by law

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your data.

By using 粵語學堂 (Bible Cantonese), you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. Your continued use of the service constitutes acceptance of this policy and any updates.