Privacy Policy — LingoTurbo
Last updated: November 07, 2025
Version: 1
LingoTurbo (“we”, “us”, “our”) is a language-learning application that allows users to practice vocabulary through speaking and typing exercises. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use the LingoTurbo app.
By using LingoTurbo, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
1.1. Information You Provide Voluntarily
- Account information: When you sign in with Google, we collect your name, email address, and Google account ID.
- Profile and preferences: Language selection, learning progress, settings, and gameplay preferences.
1.2. Information Collected Automatically
- Usage and analytics data: We use Firebase Analytics to collect general app interaction data (features used, session length, screens viewed, etc.).
- Crash reports: We use Firebase Crashlytics to collect device and crash information to help us improve app stability.
- Device information: Operating system, device model, country/region, and language settings.
1.3. Speech and Text Input
- Speech-to-Text (STT): When practicing exercises using voice input, your speech is processed by the operating system’s built-in STT provider (Apple, Google, etc.).
- We do not store audio recordings or transcriptions on our servers.
- Text-to-Speech (TTS): Audio output is generated locally using the operating system’s TTS engine.
1.4. In-App Purchases and Subscriptions
We use platform-provided billing systems (App Store / Google Play Billing) to manage payments.
We do not receive or store full payment details (such as credit card numbers).
1.5. Ranking / Leaderboards
If you participate in rankings or multiplayer scoreboards:
- Your display name and score may be visible to other users.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected data to:
- Provide and improve the app experience
- Track learning progress and app performance
- Authenticate users and synchronize purchases
- Maintain rankings/leaderboards
- Analyze usage to improve features
- Diagnose bugs and crashes
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
3. Data Sharing
We may share data with:
| Third Party Service | Purpose | Data Shared |
|---|---|---|
| Firebase Analytics | App usage analytics | Usage info (no personally identifiable info) |
| Firebase Crashlytics | Crash debugging | Crash/device info |
| Google Identity Services | User authentication | Name, email, Google account ID |
| App Store / Google Play | Purchases & subscriptions | Transaction validation info |
We do not share personal data with advertisers.
4. Data Retention
We retain your data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy or as required by law.
You can request deletion of your account and associated data at any time (see section 9).
5. Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to protect your data from unauthorized access or disclosure.
However, no system can be guaranteed 100% secure.
6. Children’s Privacy
LingoTurbo is not intended for children under 13 (or the minimum age required by local laws).
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent.
7. International Data Transfers
Your personal data may be processed on servers located outside your country.
By using LingoTurbo, you agree to such transfers.
8. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to:
- Access your personal data
- Request deletion of your data
- Update or correct personal information
- Opt out of analytics tracking (via device privacy settings)
To request any of these, contact us at:
Email: privacy@lingoturbo.app
9. Account & Data Deletion
You may request deletion of your account and all associated data by contacting:
Email: delete@lingoturbo.app
We will process the request within 30 days.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
The updated version will always be posted within the app and will include the “Last Updated” date.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact:
LingoTurbo — Privacy and Legal Department
Email: privacy@lingoturbo.app
Thank you for using LingoTurbo! We are committed to providing a fast, simple, and secure language-learning experience.