Privacy Policy

for the mobile app “US Citizenship Test PRO” · Last updated: August 21, 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you use our mobile application “US Citizenship Test PRO” (hereinafter “the App”). We process personal information only in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

1. Controller & Contact

Controller in accordance with Art. 4 (7) GDPR:

APPME LLC COMPANY LIMITED
73A Nguyen Nhu Hanh St., Da Nang, Vietnam
Email: [email protected]

2. Scope

This policy applies to all data processing activities associated with the App on iOS and Android devices, as well as related support channels (e.g., email communication).

3. Types of Data Collected

Usage Data: Interactions within the App, accessed content, timestamps, and session duration.
Device Data: Device identifiers (e.g., IDFA, Android Advertising ID), operating system, app version, IP address, and language settings.
Communication Data: Messages sent through support or feedback forms, including optional name or email address.
Purchase Data: Details of in-app purchases made via Apple App Store or Google Play. We do not collect or store full payment data (e.g., credit card numbers).
Optional Data: Notification tokens or permissions (e.g., for push notifications), only if you consent.

4. Purposes and Legal Bases

App Functionality – To provide the learning content and main features of the App (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR).
Performance and Security – To ensure system integrity, prevent misuse, and analyze crashes (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR).
Customer Support – To respond to user inquiries and provide assistance (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR).
In-App Purchases – To process purchases through the respective store platform (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR).
Analytics – To improve the App experience, with your consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR).
Push Notifications – Sent only after your consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR).
Legal Compliance – To comply with legal retention or reporting obligations (Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR).

5. Data Recipients and Processors

We use third-party service providers (“processors”) who act on our behalf under contractual obligations. These include:

Hosting and infrastructure providers
Analytics tools (e.g., Firebase Analytics, AppsFlyer)
Crash reporting (e.g., Firebase Crashlytics)
App store operators (Apple/Google) for purchase processing

All processors are bound by agreements under Art. 28 GDPR. Some may process data outside the EU/EEA (see Section 6).

6. Data Transfers Outside the EU/EEA

If data is transferred to countries outside the European Union or the European Economic Area, we ensure adequate protection through legal safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses) and by assessing the recipient country's data protection level.

7. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary for the stated purposes or to comply with legal obligations. Usage and diagnostic data are typically stored for short periods unless needed for security or troubleshooting purposes.

8. Your Rights

Under applicable laws, you may exercise the following rights:

Right of access
Right to rectification
Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
Right to restriction of processing
Right to data portability
Right to object to processing based on legitimate interests
Right to withdraw consent at any time
Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

9. Children’s Privacy

The App is not directed toward children under 13 (or under 16 where applicable). We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors without parental consent.

10. Device Permissions

Some App functions may request access to device permissions (e.g., storage or notifications). Access is granted only upon your consent and can be revoked anytime in your device settings.

11. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or storage is completely secure.

12. External Links

The App may contain links to external websites or services not operated by us. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies separately.

13. Disclaimer

Disclaimer: This app is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) or any other government agency. All practice questions and materials are independently developed by AppMe based on publicly available information from official sources such as uscis.gov. The app is intended solely for educational and practice purposes and does not guarantee a successful test result.

14. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law, our services, or data processing activities. The current version will always be available within the App and on our website. The “Last updated” date at the top indicates the most recent revision.