1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) describes how US Citizenship Test 2026 (the “App”) collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards your information when you use our mobile application and related services.

We are committed to protecting your privacy in compliance with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDPA 2023) and the Information Technology Act, 2000 (IT Act 2000), as well as applicable international data protection standards.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our practices, please do not use the App.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

• Account Registration: Email address, password, name, and optional profile information
• Study Data: Quiz answers, progress tracking, bookmarked questions, and performance statistics
• Communication: Messages sent through our support channels (support@gkquestionsguru.com)

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Device Information: Device model, operating system, unique device identifiers (IDFA/Android Advertising ID)
• Usage Analytics: App interactions, feature usage, session duration, and crash logs via Firebase Analytics
• Location: Approximate location only if you enable location permissions (not required for core features)
• Firebase Data: Authentication tokens, database reads/writes, and performance metrics through Google Firebase

2.3 Payment Information

• In-App Purchases: Payment transactions are processed by Google Play Billing and RevenueCat. We do not store full credit card details on our servers.
• Purchase History: Subscription status, purchase dates, and billing information managed through RevenueCat

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Core Functionality: To deliver study content, track your progress, and sync data across devices
• Personalization: To customize your learning experience and recommend study modes based on your performance
• Payment Processing: To process subscriptions and in-app purchases through Google Play Billing and RevenueCat
• Analytics & Improvement: To understand app usage patterns, identify bugs, and improve features via Firebase Analytics
• Communication: To send push notifications about your progress, new features, and study reminders (can be disabled anytime)
• Security: To detect fraud, prevent abuse, and maintain app security
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and legal requests

4. Third-Party Services & Data Sharing

We use third-party services to deliver core functionality. These partners have access to your data as needed to provide their services:

4.1 Data Processing Agreements

All third-party service providers are contractually bound to process your data only as instructed and to maintain appropriate security measures consistent with DPDPA 2023 and international standards.

4.2 No Unauthorized Sharing

We do NOT sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes. Your data is shared only with the service providers listed above and only to the extent necessary for app functionality.

5. Data Security

5.1 Security Measures

• All data transmitted between your device and our servers is encrypted using TLS 1.2+
• User passwords are hashed using industry-standard algorithms and never stored in plain text
• Firebase provides role-based access control and real-time database security rules
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments are conducted
• We implement appropriate physical, technical, and administrative safeguards

5.2 Data Retention

• Active User Data: Retained as long as your account is active
• Inactive Accounts: May be deleted after 12 months of inactivity
• Analytics Data: Aggregated and anonymized analytics are retained for service improvement
• Support Records: Retained for 2 years to resolve disputes and improve support

5.3 Limitation of Liability

While we implement robust security measures, no internet-based system is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data. We are not liable for unauthorized access beyond our reasonable control.

6. Your Rights Under DPDPA 2023 & IT Act 2000

6.1 Rights You Have

• Right to Access: You may request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Right to Correction: You can correct inaccurate or incomplete data
• Right to Deletion: You may request deletion of your data (subject to legal retention obligations)
• Right to Data Portability: You may request your data in a structured, commonly-used format
• Right to Opt-Out: You can opt out of non-essential communications and analytics
• Right to Lodge Complaints: You may file a complaint with the appropriate data protection authority

6.2 How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of the above rights, contact us at:

Email: support@gkquestionsguru.com
Subject Line: “Data Access Request” or “Data Deletion Request”

We will respond to your request within 30 days as required by law.

6.3 Children’s Privacy

The App is designed for users 18+ years of age preparing for U.S. Citizenship. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If we become aware of such collection, we will delete it immediately. For users 13-18, parental consent may be required in certain jurisdictions.

7. Contact Us

8. Policy Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be notified via in-app notification or email. Your continued use of the App following such notice constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

9. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of India and is compliant with:

• Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDPA 2023)
• Information Technology Act, 2000 (IT Act 2000)
• Applicable U.S. Privacy Laws (CCPA, etc.) for U.S.-based users

By using US Citizenship Test 2026, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy. Your privacy and data security are our top priorities.