Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 4, 2026

Introduction

Shadowing Japanese ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.

Information We Collect

Information Collected Automatically

When you use Shadowing Japanese, we may automatically collect certain information through Firebase services:

1. Analytics Data (Firebase Analytics) - Screen views, feature usage, session duration, device type, app version, country/region (anonymous)
2. Crash Reports (Firebase Crashlytics) - Technical information about app crashes, device state, stack traces
3. Performance Data (Firebase Performance) - App startup time, network latency, screen rendering

Information Stored Locally

The following data is stored only on your device and is never uploaded to our servers:

• Progress Data: Streak count, XP points, completed dialogues
• Settings: Voice preferences, display options, daily goals
• Voice Recordings: Any recordings you make during practice sessions

How We Use Your Information

• Improve app performance and stability
• Understand how users interact with features
• Fix bugs and crashes
• Make data-driven decisions about new features