Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 31, 2026

1. Introduction

Practice Deine German ("we", "our", "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

  • Account Information: Name, email address, password (encrypted)
  • Social Auth: If you sign in with Google or Facebook, we receive your name, email, and profile picture
  • Payment Information: Payment card data is processed by Stripe and we only store transaction IDs and receipt URLs

2.2 Usage Data

  • Practice attempt history and scores
  • Writing submissions and feedback
  • Time spent on exercises
  • Progress and performance analytics

3. How We Use Your Information

  • Provide Services: Deliver exam preparation features, track progress, and provide feedback
  • Account Management: Create and maintain your account, process payments
  • Communication: Send service-related notifications, payment receipts, and updates
  • Improvement: Analyze usage patterns to improve our Service
  • Security: Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security incidents

4. Data Storage & Security

4.1 Storage: Your data is stored securely on servers located in Germany/EU data centers.

4.2 Security Measures: We implement industry-standard security measures including:

  • Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
  • Encrypted password storage
  • Regular security audits and monitoring
  • Access controls and authentication

4.3 Retention: We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You may request deletion of your account and data at any time.

5. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

6. Cookies & Tracking

We use essential cookies to:

  • Keep you logged in
  • Remember your preferences
  • Secure your session
  • Track exam progress during tests

We do not use advertising or tracking cookies.

7. Your Rights (GDPR)

Under EU data protection law, you have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data
  • Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Erasure: Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
  • Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format
  • Restriction: Limit how we use your data
  • Objection: Object to processing of your data
  • Withdraw Consent: Revoke consent for data processing at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us through our support channels.

8. Data Sharing & Disclosure

We do NOT sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

We may share your information only in these limited circumstances:

  • Service Providers: Third-party services that help us operate (Stripe, hosting providers)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

9. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for users under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by email or through the Service. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us through our support channels.

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