Privacy Policy

NMC CBT Practice Pro is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application for NMC CBT preparation.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Account Information

When you create an account or sign in using Firebase Authentication, we collect:

• Email address
• Display name (optional)
• Firebase User ID
• Account creation date

1.2 Usage Data

We collect information about how you use the app:

• Questions answered and performance scores
• Study session duration and frequency
• Question categories and difficulty preferences
• Exam attempt history and results
• App usage patterns and feature interactions

1.3 Device Information

We automatically collect certain device information:

• Device type and operating system
• App version and installation details
• IP address and general location data
• Crash reports and performance metrics

2. How We Use Your Information

2.1 Personalization

Your data helps us provide a personalized learning experience:

• Adaptive question selection based on your performance
• Progress tracking and study recommendations
• Difficulty adjustment using our ELO rating system

2.2 Analytics and Improvement

We use aggregated, anonymized data to:

• Improve app performance and user experience
• Develop new features and study methods
• Analyze learning patterns and effectiveness
• Generate insights for educational improvement

2.3 App Functionality

Your information is essential for core app features:

• Offline synchronization of your progress
• Cross-device progress continuity
• Study streak tracking and achievements
• Exam attempt history and review

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

3.1 Service Providers

We use Firebase (Google) for authentication and data storage. Firebase may process your data according to their privacy policy, but we only share the minimum required information.

3.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or to protect our rights and safety, or the rights and safety of others.

3.3 Aggregated Data

We may share anonymized, aggregated statistics that cannot identify individual users for research, educational purposes, or app improvement.

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures:

• Encryption: All data is encrypted in transit and at rest
• Access Control: Strict access controls and authentication
• Regular Audits: Security monitoring and vulnerability assessments
• Data Minimization: We collect only necessary information

5. Data Retention

We retain your data as long as your account is active. You can request data deletion at any time. Some anonymized data may be retained for research and improvement purposes.

6. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your data:

6.1 Access and Portability

You can request a copy of all your personal data we have collected.

6.2 Correction

You can update or correct your personal information through the app settings.

6.3 Deletion

You can request complete deletion of your account and all associated data.

6.4 Opt-out

You can opt out of non-essential data collection and analytics.

7. Children's Privacy

Our app is designed for nursing students and healthcare professionals. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are under 13, please do not use this app.

8. International Data Transfers

Your data may be stored and processed in different countries where our service providers operate. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. We will notify you of any material changes through the app or email. Your continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

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