Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 22, 2024

At LearnFinnish ("we", "our", or "us"), we are committed to protecting the privacy of our users. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit our website learn-finnish.fi.

1. Information We Collect

When using LearnFinnish, we may collect the following information:

Account Data: When you sign up, we collect your email address and name to create your account and save your progress.
Usage Data: We track your learning progress (XP, level, stories read) to provide the service.
Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and usage statistics.
Data Deletion: You have the right to request the deletion of your data at any time by contacting us.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

To provide and improve our services.
To offer personalized learning experiences.
To manage and secure user accounts.
To provide technical support.
To conduct usage analytics and improve service quality.
To fulfill our legal obligations.
To display personalized advertisements via Google AdSense.

3. Information Sharing

We do not share your personal information with third parties. However, information sharing may be necessary in the following cases:

Service Providers: Firebase (authentication and database).
Payment Processors: We use Stripe for secure payment processing. We do not store or collect your payment card details. That information is provided directly to our third-party payment processors whose use of your personal information is governed by their Privacy Policy. Stripe Privacy Policy.
Advertising Partners: We use Google AdSense to serve ads. Google may use cookies (including the DoubleClick cookie) to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website or other websites. You may opt-out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.
Legal Requirements: Legal processes or requests from public authorities.
Business Transfer: In case of merger, acquisition, or asset sale.

4. Data Security

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your personal data:

Secure data transmission with SSL/TLS encryption.
Database protection with Firebase security rules.
Regular security updates and monitoring.
Limited access controls.

5. Cookies and Google AdSense

We use the following types of cookies on our site:

Essential Cookies: Required for session management and basic functionality.
Analytics Cookies: To understand and improve site usage.
Advertising Cookies (Google AdSense): Google uses cookies (including the DoubleClick DART cookie) to serve ads based on user visits to this site.

Users may opt out of the use of the DART cookie by visiting the Google Ad Settings page.

You can manage other cookies through your browser settings.

6. User Rights

Under GDPR, you have the following rights:

Right to Access: You can request access to your personal data.
Right to Rectification: You can request correction of incorrect or incomplete information.
Right to Erasure: You can request deletion of your account and data.
Right to Object: You can object to data processing activities.
Right to Data Portability: You can request your data in a structured format.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at kapucuonur@hotmail.com.

7. Children's Privacy

Our service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and become aware that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

8. Third-Party Links

Our site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. We recommend reading their privacy policies when visiting other sites.

9. Policy Changes

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes. We recommend reviewing the policy regularly.

10. Contact

If you have questions about our privacy policy, you can contact us:

Email: kapucuonur@hotmail.com
Address: Tampere, Finland