Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 20, 2026

Jeans Ruiz (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the ShadowingKit mobile application (the “App”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our App.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use the App.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information You Provide

When you use the App, we may collect the following personal information:

Account Information:

Apple ID (used for Sign in with Apple authentication)
Unique user identifier generated by Apple
Email address (optional, provided through Sign in with Apple)

Subscription Information:

Subscription status (free, trial, or premium)
Subscription plan type (monthly or annual)
Subscription purchase and renewal dates
Payment transaction identifiers (processed by Apple, we do not store payment card details)

User-Generated Content:

Audio recordings you create within the App
Audio and video files you import into the App
Transcripts generated from your audio content
Text notes or preferences you save
Content you mark as favorites

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you use the App, we automatically collect certain information:

Usage Data:

App features you use and how you interact with them
Time spent on different screens and activities
Content you access, view, or practice with
Episode completion rates and progress tracking
Settings and preferences

Device Information:

Device type and model
Operating system version (iOS)
App version
Unique device identifiers
Language settings

Performance Data:

Crash reports and error logs
App performance metrics
Diagnostic information

1.3 Information from Third-Party Services

We use third-party services that may collect information about you:

RevenueCat:

Subscription status and purchase history
Customer identifiers linking your Apple ID to our user database
Trial eligibility status

Amplitude & Firebase:

Analytics data about your app usage
Aggregated behavioral patterns
Performance and crash analytics

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

2.1 Providing and Improving Services

To create and manage your account
To provide access to curated and user-generated content
To process and store your audio recordings and imported content
To provide speech recognition and transcription services
To synchronize your progress and favorites across app sessions
To improve app functionality, performance, and user experience

2.2 Subscription Management

To process and manage your subscription purchases
To verify your premium access entitlements
To provide customer support for billing issues
To send subscription-related notifications (e.g., trial expiration, renewal reminders)

2.3 Analytics and Research

To understand how users interact with the App
To identify areas for improvement and new feature development
To analyze learning patterns and content effectiveness
To measure app performance and stability

2.4 Communications

To respond to your inquiries and support requests
To send important updates about the App or our policies
To notify you of significant changes to features or terms

2.5 Legal Compliance

To comply with legal obligations and regulations
To protect our rights and prevent fraud or abuse
To enforce our Terms and Conditions

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

3.1 Third-Party Service Providers

We share information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating the App:

Supabase:

User authentication and account management
Database storage for user profiles and content metadata
Backend infrastructure services

AWS S3:

Secure cloud storage for your audio recordings and imported content
Content delivery and retrieval

RevenueCat:

Subscription management and verification
Purchase event tracking
Trial eligibility checking
Customer identifier linking (Apple ID to our user database)

Amplitude & Firebase:

Analytics and app usage tracking
Crash reporting and performance monitoring
Aggregated user behavior analysis

Apple:

Payment processing through Apple’s In-App Purchase system
Sign in with Apple authentication
Subscription management through Apple ID

These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.

3.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or if we believe such action is necessary to:

Comply with legal obligations, court orders, or government requests
Protect and defend our rights or property
Prevent fraud or illegal activity
Protect the safety of users or the public

3.3 Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you via email or prominent notice in the App before your information is transferred and becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

4. Data Storage and Security

4.1 Where We Store Your Data

Your data is stored on secure servers provided by:

Supabase: User authentication, profiles, and metadata
AWS S3: User-generated audio and video content

These services use industry-standard security measures and are located in secure data centers with redundant backups.

4.2 Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information:

Encryption of data in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
Encryption of data at rest for sensitive information
Secure authentication using Apple’s Sign in with Apple
Regular security audits and updates
Access controls limiting who can access your data

4.3 Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide the App’s services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy:

Account Data: Retained until you delete your account User-Generated Content: Retained until you delete the content or your account Usage Analytics: Retained in aggregated form for up to 2 years Subscription History: Retained for tax and legal compliance purposes (typically 7 years)

When you delete your account, we will permanently delete:

Your user profile and preferences
All user-generated content (recordings, imports, favorites)
Personal identifiers linking you to the App

Some information may be retained in backup systems for a limited time and in aggregated, anonymized form for analytics.

5. Your Rights and Choices

5.1 Access and Update

You can access and update your information through the App:

View your account details and subscription status
Manage your content and favorites
Update preferences and settings

5.2 Data Deletion

You have the right to delete your data:

Delete Content: You can delete individual recordings or imported content at any time
Delete Account: You can delete your entire account through the App’s Settings, which will permanently remove all your personal data and content

5.3 Subscription Management

You can manage your subscription through your Apple ID:

View subscription status and renewal date
Cancel auto-renewal
Change subscription plans
View payment history

Go to Settings > [Your Name] > Subscriptions on your iOS device.

5.4 Marketing Communications

We currently do not send marketing communications. If we introduce marketing emails in the future, you will be able to opt out at any time.

5.5 Data Portability

You can request a copy of your data by contacting us at shadowifyapp@gmail.com. We will provide your data in a structured, commonly used format.

You can withdraw your consent for data processing by:

Adjusting app permissions in your device settings
Deleting your account
Uninstalling the App

Note that withdrawing consent may limit your ability to use certain App features.

6. Age Restrictions and Privacy

The App is intended for users 18 years of age and older only. The App is rated 18+ in the Apple App Store, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18.

If you are under 18 years of age:

You are not permitted to use the App
Do not create an account or provide any personal information
Do not use any features of the App

For Parents and Guardians: If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child under 18 has used the App or provided personal information to us, please contact us immediately at shadowifyapp@gmail.com. We will:

Delete all personal information associated with the account
Permanently terminate the account
Remove any user-generated content created by the minor

We take age restrictions seriously and will take prompt action to remove any accounts or data belonging to users under 18.

7. International Data Transfers

The App is available worldwide, and your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence, including the United States.

These countries may have data protection laws that differ from your country’s laws. However, we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

By using the App, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your country of residence.

8. Third-Party Links and Services

The App may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not operated by us. If you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that third party’s site.

We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services. We strongly advise you to review the privacy policy of every site you visit.

9. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

Right to Know: You can request information about the personal data we have collected about you in the past 12 months.

Right to Delete: You can request deletion of your personal information (subject to certain exceptions).

Right to Opt-Out: We do not sell personal information, so opt-out rights do not apply.

Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.

To exercise these rights, contact us at shadowifyapp@gmail.com.

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

Legal Basis for Processing:

Contract Performance: To provide App services you’ve requested
Legitimate Interest: To improve our services and prevent fraud
Consent: For analytics and optional features (you can withdraw consent at any time)
Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws

Your GDPR Rights:

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

To exercise these rights, contact us at shadowifyapp@gmail.com.

11. Analytics and Tracking Technologies

11.1 Analytics Services

We use analytics services to understand how users interact with the App:

Amplitude:

User behavior tracking (e.g., features used, content accessed)
Session duration and frequency
Conversion and retention metrics
Aggregated usage patterns

Firebase Analytics:

App performance monitoring
Crash reporting and diagnostics
User engagement metrics

11.2 How to Control Tracking

You can limit analytics tracking through:

iOS device settings: Settings > Privacy > Analytics & Improvements > Share iPhone Analytics (disable)
Request deletion of your analytics data by contacting us

Note that disabling analytics may not affect operational data collection necessary for the App to function.

12. Do Not Track Signals

Some web browsers have a “Do Not Track” feature. Because the App is a native iOS application and not a web browser-based service, Do Not Track signals do not apply.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect:

Changes in our data practices
New features or services
Legal or regulatory requirements
Improvements to transparency and clarity

When we make changes:

We will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page
For material changes, we will provide notice through the App or via email
Your continued use of the App after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

14. Contact Us

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

Email: shadowifyapp@gmail.com

App Name: ShadowingKit - Spanish Practice

Developer: Jeans Ruiz

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.

Summary of Key Points

For your convenience, here is a summary of the most important aspects of our Privacy Policy:

What we collect: Account info (Apple ID), subscription status, your audio recordings and imported content, usage analytics
Why we collect it: To provide the App’s services, manage subscriptions, improve user experience, and provide customer support
Who we share with: Trusted service providers only (Supabase, AWS S3, RevenueCat, Amplitude, Firebase, Apple) - we never sell your data
Your control: You can access, update, or delete your data at any time through the App
Security: We use encryption and industry-standard security practices to protect your information
Children: The App is not for children under 13
Contact: shadowifyapp@gmail.com for any privacy questions or requests

Thank you for trusting ShadowingKit with your language learning journey. We are committed to protecting your privacy while helping you improve your Spanish pronunciation.