Privacy Policy

Last Updated: October 19, 2025

1. Introduction and Scope

Connor Quigley ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") operates mobile applications designed to help users prepare for professional certifications and examinations. This Privacy Policy applies to all our study apps, including but not limited to:

• All study apps we publish

This policy describes our practices regarding:

• What personal information we collect
• How we collect your information
• Why we collect and use your information
• How we share your information
• Your privacy rights and choices
• How we protect your information
• Children's privacy protections

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

We collect information that you voluntarily provide when using our applications:

• Purchase Information: When you make a purchase (processed through Apple)
  • Subscription status and purchase history (managed by Apple)
• Study Preferences:
  • Exam date selections
  • Study goal settings
  • Notification preferences
  • Theme and display settings
• AI Tutor Interactions:
  • How frequently you ask questions
• Support Communications:
  • Messages sent through in-app support
  • Email correspondence
  • Bug reports and feedback

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you use our applications, we automatically collect certain information:

Device and Usage Information

• Device Identifiers:
  • Device ID (anonymized identifier for analytics)
  • Advertising identifier (IDFA) if provided
  • Device model and operating system version
• Application Usage Data:
  • Features accessed and time spent
  • Navigation paths and screen views
  • Session frequency and duration
  • App version and installation date
  • Crash reports and error logs
• Network Information:
  • IP address (anonymized)
  • Network connection type (WiFi, cellular)
  • General location (country/region level only)

Study and Performance Data

• Quiz and Exam Performance:
  • Questions answered and response accuracy
  • Quiz scores and completion times
  • Practice exam results
  • Topic-specific performance metrics
• Progress Tracking:
  • Study streaks and activity patterns
  • Weak and strong topic areas
  • Overall readiness scores
  • Achievement unlocks and milestones
• Adaptive Learning Data:
  • Question difficulty progression
  • Category performance over time
  • Smart quiz adaptation metrics

2.3 Information from Third-Party Services

We integrate with third-party services that may collect additional information:

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Primary Uses

We use your information to provide and improve our educational services:

Service Delivery

• Deliver personalized study content and quizzes
• Track your progress and performance across topics
• Provide AI-powered explanations and tutoring
• Synchronize data across your devices via iCloud
• Send study reminders and notifications
• Manage your subscription and access to premium features

Personalization and Improvement

• Adapt question difficulty based on your performance
• Identify weak areas and recommend targeted practice
• Calculate exam readiness scores
• Suggest relevant study materials and features
• Optimize the learning experience based on usage patterns

Analytics and Research

• Understand how users interact with our applications
• Identify popular features and areas for improvement
• Measure the effectiveness of our educational content
• Conduct statistical analysis on study patterns
• Test new features and improvements

Technical Operations

• Maintain and improve application performance
• Diagnose and fix technical issues
• Prevent fraud, abuse, and security threats
• Enforce our Terms of Service
• Protect the integrity of our services

3.2 Communication

We may use your information to communicate with you about:

• Transactional messages (subscription confirmations, receipts)
• Service announcements and important updates
• Response to your support inquiries
• Optional promotional notifications (with your consent)
• New features and educational content

3.3 Legal and Safety

We may use and disclose your information to:

• Comply with legal obligations and court orders
• Respond to lawful requests from government authorities
• Enforce our Terms of Service and policies
• Protect our rights, property, and safety
• Protect the rights, property, and safety of our users
• Prevent illegal activity, fraud, or abuse

4. How We Share Your Information

4.1 Third-Party Service Providers

We share information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our applications:

RevenueCat (Subscription Management)

• Information Shared: Apple ID, device identifiers, purchase data, subscription status
• Purpose: Process subscriptions, manage access to premium features, prevent fraud
• Privacy Policy: https://www.revenuecat.com/privacy

Amplitude (Analytics)

• Information Shared: Device ID, usage events, session data, user properties, feature interactions
• Purpose: Analyze user behavior, measure engagement, improve user experience
• Privacy Policy: https://amplitude.com/privacy
• Data Controls: We implement data minimization and anonymization where possible

OpenAI (AI Services)

• Information Shared: Chat messages, conversation context, anonymized identifiers
• Purpose: Provide AI-powered tutoring and personalized explanations
• Privacy Policy: https://openai.com/privacy
• Data Processing: AI interactions are processed through our secure backend with rate limiting and authentication

Apple Inc. (Platform Provider)

• Information Shared: Apple ID, device tokens, purchase information, iCloud sync data
• Purpose: App Store distribution, payment processing, push notifications, data synchronization
• Privacy Policy: https://www.apple.com/privacy

4.2 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, bankruptcy, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the successor entity. We will notify you of any such change and any choices you may have.

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to:

• Valid legal process (subpoenas, court orders)
• Government or regulatory requests
• National security requirements
• Law enforcement inquiries

4.4 With Your Consent

We may share information with third parties when you explicitly consent to such sharing.

5. Data Retention

We retain your information for different periods depending on the type and purpose. We keep data only as long as necessary to provide our services, comply with legal requirements, and protect our legitimate business interests. After these periods expire, we securely delete or anonymize your information.

6. Your Privacy Rights and Choices

6.1 Access to Your Data

You have the right to request information about what personal data we have collected. Contact us at qtechdev1@gmail.com with your request.

6.2 Correction and Updates

You can update certain information through app settings or by contacting us at qtechdev1@gmail.com

6.3 Deletion

You have the right to request deletion of your personal information. To delete your data, contact us at qtechdev1@gmail.com with your request and device identifier. Note that most data is stored locally on your device - uninstalling the app will delete this local data. Some server-side data may be retained as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.

6.4 Notification Preferences

Control notifications through:

• iOS Settings → Notifications → [App Name]
• In-app Settings → Notifications

6.5 California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:

• Right to Know: Request details about data collected, used, shared, and sold
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of personal information
• Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of sale of personal information (Note: We do not sell personal information)
• Right to Non-Discrimination: Not receive discriminatory treatment for exercising privacy rights

To exercise CCPA rights, email: qtechdev1@gmail.com with "California Privacy Request" in the subject line.

6.6 European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

European Economic Area (EEA) residents have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation:

• Right of Access: Obtain confirmation of data processing and access to data
• Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
• Right to Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten"): Request deletion of personal data
• Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
• Right to Data Portability: Receive data in machine-readable format
• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing
• Right to Lodge Complaint: File complaint with supervisory authority

To exercise GDPR rights, contact: qtechdev1@gmail.com

7. Children's Privacy

7.1 Age Requirements

• Our applications are intended for users aged 13 and older
• Users under 18 should have parental consent to use our services
• We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent

7.2 Parental Controls

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child under 13 has used our application, contact us immediately at qtechdev1@gmail.com. We will take appropriate steps to address the situation in compliance with COPPA requirements.

8. Data Security

8.1 Security Measures

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your information:

Data Minimization

• We collect only necessary information for service delivery
• Device identifiers are anonymized where possible
• IP addresses are anonymized for analytics
• Unnecessary data is regularly purged

8.2 Security Limitations

8.3 Data Breach Notification

In the event of a data breach affecting your personal information, we will comply with applicable data breach notification laws and take appropriate steps to notify affected users through available channels.

9. International Data Transfers

9.1 Data Location

Our applications and services are operated from the United States. Your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States and other countries where our service providers operate.

9.2 Cross-Border Transfers

If you access our services from outside the United States, your information will be transferred to the U.S. and other countries that may not have the same data protection laws as your country of residence.

10. Third-Party Links and Services

10.1 External Links

Our applications may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

10.2 Third-Party Terms

Use of integrated third-party services is subject to their respective terms and privacy policies:

• Apple Terms: Apple Services Terms
• RevenueCat: RevenueCat Terms
• Amplitude: Amplitude Terms
• OpenAI: OpenAI Terms

11. AI and Automated Decision Making

11.1 AI Tutor Processing

Our AI tutor feature uses artificial intelligence to provide personalized explanations. AI processing involves:

• Analyzing your questions and conversation context
• Generating responses using OpenAI's language models
• Adapting responses based on your study patterns

11.2 Limitations of AI

• AI responses may occasionally be inaccurate or incomplete
• AI does not replace official study materials or professional instruction
• You should verify AI-generated information with authoritative sources

11.3 Automated Decision Making

We use automated systems to:

• Adapt question difficulty based on performance
• Calculate readiness scores
• Identify weak areas for targeted practice
• Recommend study materials

These automated decisions do not have legal or similarly significant effects on you. You can contact us to request human review of any automated decision.

12. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

12.1 Technologies Used

Our applications use the following tracking technologies:

• Local Storage: Store preferences and session data on your device
• Device Identifiers: Unique identifiers for analytics and fraud prevention
• Session Tokens: Manage authenticated sessions
• Analytics SDKs: Track usage patterns and performance

12.2 Purpose of Tracking

• Essential functionality (authentication, preferences)
• Performance monitoring and optimization
• Analytics and usage statistics
• Fraud prevention and security

12.3 Managing Tracking

You can control tracking through:

• iOS Settings → Privacy & Security → Tracking
• Limiting Ad Tracking in iOS settings
• App-specific privacy settings

13. Changes to Privacy Policy

13.1 Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or service offerings. The updated policy will be posted on our website with a new "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our applications after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13.2 Your Consent

If you do not agree to changes in our Privacy Policy, you should discontinue use and uninstall the application.

13.3 Review Recommendations

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

14. Data Controller and Processor Information

14.1 Data Controller

Connor Quigley, a sole proprietor based in Massachusetts, United States, is the data controller responsible for your personal information. We determine the purposes and means of processing your data.

14.2 Data Processors

Our third-party service providers act as data processors, processing data on our behalf according to our instructions and applicable data protection agreements.

15. Do Not Track Signals

Our applications do not currently respond to "Do Not Track" browser signals. You can control some tracking through iOS Settings → Privacy & Security → Tracking.

16. Business Contact Information

For privacy-related inquiries from other businesses, researchers, or media:

• Business inquiries: qtechdev1@gmail.com
• Partnership opportunities: qtechdev1@gmail.com
• Media requests: qtechdev1@gmail.com

18. Accessibility

We are committed to making this Privacy Policy accessible to all users. If you need this policy in an alternative format or have accessibility concerns, please contact us at qtechdev1@gmail.com.

19. Summary of Key Points

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