Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

Life in UK App collects minimal information to provide you with the best UK citizenship test preparation experience:

Practice and Study Data

• Practice Data: Your answers to practice questions and mock test results
• Progress Tracking: Test scores, completion rates, and study session duration
• Study Preferences: Selected topics, difficulty levels, and study mode preferences
• British History & Culture Progress: Your advancement through UK history, culture, and government topics
• Local Storage: Offline study data stored on your device via SQLite for uninterrupted learning

Technical Information

• App Analytics: Anonymized usage patterns and feature interactions
• Device Information: Device type, OS version, app version for compatibility optimization
• Performance Metrics: App performance data for optimization
• Crash Reports: Anonymous error reports for app stability improvements

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information exclusively to enhance your UK citizenship test preparation:

• Personalized Learning: Track your progress and provide tailored study recommendations for UK citizenship topics
• Performance Analytics: Identify weak areas in British history, culture, and government knowledge
• Offline Functionality: Enable comprehensive study mode without internet connection using local SQLite storage
• App Improvement: Analyze usage patterns through Firebase Analytics to enhance UK test preparation features
• Technical Support: Troubleshoot issues and provide customer assistance for citizenship test preparation
• Content Updates: Ensure practice questions remain current with official UK citizenship test requirements

3. Data Storage and Security

Your UK citizenship test preparation data is protected with multiple security layers:

Local SQLite Storage

• Primary Storage: Your study progress and practice data are primarily stored locally using SQLite database
• Offline Functionality: Complete access to UK citizenship test preparation without internet connection
• Data Privacy: Local storage ensures your personal study progress remains on your device
• Fast Performance: Local database provides instant access to UK history and culture content

Optional Firebase Cloud Backup

• User Consent: Optional Firebase cloud backup available with your explicit consent only
• Cross-Device Sync: Synchronize your UK citizenship test progress across multiple devices
• Secure Cloud Storage: Firebase security rules protect your cloud-stored study data
• User Control: Enable or disable cloud backup at any time through app settings

Enhanced Security Measures

• Industry-standard encryption for all data transmission and storage
• Secure local SQLite database with access controls
• Firebase security rules and authentication for cloud data protection
• No storage of personally identifiable information beyond study preferences
• Regular security updates, monitoring, and vulnerability assessments

4. Technology Stack and Third-Party Services

Life in UK App integrates with carefully selected services and technologies:

Core Technologies

• React Native: Cross-platform mobile framework for iOS and Android optimization
• Native Base: UI component library for consistent, accessible design
• SQLite: Local database for secure offline data storage and fast access
• TypeScript: Type-safe development for enhanced app reliability

Google Firebase Services

• Firebase Analytics: Anonymous usage analytics for app improvement and feature optimization
• Firebase Crashlytics: Crash reporting and stability monitoring
• Firebase Cloud Firestore: Optional secure cloud backup with user consent
• Firebase Authentication: Secure user authentication for cloud features (if enabled)

All integrations comply with GDPR and UK data protection standards, with minimal data sharing and user control over all cloud features.

5. Your Rights and Control

You have complete control over your UK citizenship test preparation data:

• Data Access: View all your personal study data, progress, and UK test preparation history
• Data Export: Export your progress data for backup, analysis, or transfer purposes
• Data Deletion: Delete all local data through app settings or by uninstalling the app
• Cloud Control: Enable or disable Firebase cloud backup and synchronization
• Analytics Opt-Out: Opt out of Firebase analytics tracking through app settings
• Study Customization: Customize all learning preferences and privacy settings

6. UK Citizenship Test Compliance

Life in UK App adheres to official UK citizenship test standards:

• Official Content: Practice questions based on official UK citizenship test materials
• Government Guidelines: Content aligned with UK Home Office citizenship test requirements
• Regular Updates: Test content updated to reflect current UK citizenship test standards
• British Values: Emphasis on British history, culture, traditions, and democratic values

7. International Users and GDPR Compliance

Full compliance with international data protection regulations:

• UK Data Protection Act 2018: Full compliance with UK data protection standards
• GDPR: European General Data Protection Regulation compliance for all users
• User Rights: Complete access, rectification, erasure, and portability of personal data
• International Access: Available to UK citizenship test candidates worldwide

8. Contact Information

For privacy questions or concerns about Life in UK App: