Privacy Policy

Your child's privacy and safety are our top priorities. Learn how GoPhonics protects your family's data.

Last Updated: June 15, 2026

GoPhonics ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy of children and families who use our iOS phonics learning application ("the App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you use GoPhonics.

GoPhonics is designed for children ages 3–8 and is fully committed to complying with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and all applicable privacy regulations worldwide.

1. Information We Collect

GoPhonics is designed with a privacy-first approach. We minimize data collection to only what is essential for the App to function and improve.

Information We Do NOT Collect

  • We do not collect personal information from children, including names, email addresses, photos, locations, or contact details.
  • We do not collect device identifiers that can be used to personally identify a child.
  • We do not require account creation or login to use the App.
  • We do not use cookies or tracking pixels.

Information That May Be Collected

  • Anonymous Analytics Data: We use Firebase Analytics to collect anonymous, aggregated usage data such as which features are used, session duration, app crashes, and general device information (e.g., iOS version, device model). This data cannot be used to identify any individual user or child.
  • Subscription Data: If a parent or guardian chooses to purchase a subscription, transaction and subscription management data is handled entirely by Apple (via the App Store) and RevenueCat (our subscription management partner). We do not directly collect or store any payment information, credit card numbers, or billing details.
  • Learning Progress: Your child's learning progress, scores, and activity data are stored locally on the device only. This data is never transmitted to our servers or any third party.

2. How We Use Information

The limited information we receive is used solely for the following purposes:

  • App Improvement: Anonymous analytics help us understand which features are most popular and identify areas for improvement.
  • Bug Fixes & Stability: Crash reports and performance data help us fix technical issues and ensure the App runs smoothly.
  • Subscription Management: To verify subscription status and provide access to premium content.

We do not use any collected information for advertising, marketing to children, or creating user profiles.

3. Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

GoPhonics is fully compliant with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and takes the following measures to protect children's privacy:

  • No Personal Data Collection: We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age.
  • No Behavioral Advertising: The App contains absolutely no advertisements of any kind. We do not engage in behavioral advertising or interest-based targeting.
  • Parental Gate: GoPhonics implements a strict mathematical parental gate that prevents children from accessing settings, making purchases, or navigating to external links without parental supervision. Only a parent or guardian can modify app settings or authorize subscriptions.
  • No Social Features: The App does not include chat, messaging, social media integration, or any feature that allows children to communicate with others or share personal information.
  • No External Links Accessible to Children: All external links are protected behind the parental gate.
  • Offline Capability: GoPhonics is designed to work fully offline. An internet connection is not required for any learning activities, further minimizing any data transmission.

4. Third-Party Services

GoPhonics uses a limited number of trusted third-party services. We carefully select partners who share our commitment to privacy and data protection.

Apple App Store

All purchases and subscriptions are processed through Apple's App Store. Apple handles all payment processing in accordance with their own privacy policy. We do not receive or store any payment card details. For more information, please review Apple's Privacy Policy.

RevenueCat

We use RevenueCat to manage subscription status and entitlements. RevenueCat processes anonymized transaction data provided by Apple to verify subscription status. RevenueCat does not collect personal data from children. For more information, please review RevenueCat's Privacy Policy.

Firebase Analytics (Google)

We use Firebase Analytics to collect anonymous, aggregated usage statistics. Firebase Analytics in GoPhonics is configured to:

  • Collect only anonymous, non-personally-identifiable data.
  • Disable advertising ID collection.
  • Disable remarketing and advertising features.
  • Comply with COPPA requirements for children's apps.

For more information, please review Firebase's Privacy Information.

No Advertising Networks

GoPhonics does not integrate any advertising SDKs, ad networks, or data brokers. We do not share any user data with advertisers or third-party marketers under any circumstances.

5. Data Security

We take the security of your family's data seriously and implement the following safeguards:

  • Local Storage: All learning progress and app settings are stored locally on the user's device using secure iOS storage mechanisms. This data never leaves the device.
  • Encrypted Communications: Any data transmitted between the App and third-party services (such as subscription verification) is encrypted using industry-standard TLS/SSL protocols.
  • Minimal Data Principle: We follow the principle of data minimization, collecting only what is strictly necessary for the App to function properly.
  • Secure Infrastructure: Our third-party partners (Apple, RevenueCat, Firebase) maintain enterprise-grade security infrastructure and comply with industry security standards.

6. Data Retention

  • Local Data: Learning progress and app settings remain on the device until the App is deleted. Uninstalling GoPhonics will remove all locally stored data.
  • Analytics Data: Anonymous analytics data is retained by Firebase in aggregated form and cannot be linked to individual users. This data is retained according to Firebase's standard data retention policies.
  • Subscription Data: Subscription records are managed by Apple and RevenueCat according to their respective retention policies. We do not independently store subscription transaction data.

7. Parental Rights

As a parent or legal guardian, you have the following rights regarding your child's interaction with GoPhonics:

  • Review Information: You may request to review any information we may have associated with your child's use of the App. Given our privacy-first design, this is limited to anonymous analytics data which cannot be linked to individual users.
  • Delete Data: You can delete all locally stored learning progress and settings by uninstalling the App from the device.
  • Opt Out of Analytics: You may contact us to request that analytics collection be disabled for your device.
  • Withdraw Consent: You may withdraw any previously given consent by contacting us at the email address provided below.
  • Control Subscriptions: You can manage or cancel subscriptions directly through your Apple ID settings on your device.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at themansigoel@gmail.com.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make material changes to this policy, we will:

  • Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.
  • Provide notice through the App or on our website for significant changes.
  • Where required by law, seek renewed parental consent before collecting any new categories of information from children.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your child's privacy.

9. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

We will respond to all privacy-related inquiries within 30 days. If your inquiry relates to a child's personal information, we will prioritize your request and respond as promptly as possible.