Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

SAT Practice App ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Service.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

When you create an account, we collect:

• Email address
• Name
• Profile information (optional)
• OAuth authentication data (Google, etc.)

2.2 Usage Data

We automatically collect information about how you use the Service:

• Practice session data (questions answered, time spent, scores)
• Test attempt records and results
• Study patterns and progress
• Device information (browser type, operating system)
• IP address and location data
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2.3 Payment Information

Payment processing is handled by third-party payment processors (Stripe). We do not store your complete credit card information. We receive only:

• Last 4 digits of your card
• Card expiration date
• Billing information
• Transaction history

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Provide the Service: Deliver practice questions, tests, and analytics
• Personalization: Customize your learning experience using AI algorithms
• Progress Tracking: Monitor and display your improvement over time
• Account Management: Create and maintain your account
• Payment Processing: Process subscriptions and payments
• Communication: Send important updates, newsletters, and support responses
• Improvements: Analyze usage patterns to improve the Service
• Security: Detect and prevent fraud and abuse
• Legal Compliance: Comply with legal obligations

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following situations:

4.1 Service Providers

We share information with third-party service providers who help us operate the Service:

• Cloud hosting providers (Vercel, etc.)
• Database services (Neon, PostgreSQL)
• Payment processors (Stripe)
• Authentication services (NextAuth.js, Google OAuth)
• Analytics providers
• Email service providers

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to:

• Court orders or legal processes
• Law enforcement requests
• Protection of our rights and property
• Prevention of fraud or security threats

4.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption of data in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
• Encryption of sensitive data at rest
• Regular security audits and updates
• Access controls and authentication
• Secure password hashing

6. Your Data Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
• Export: Receive your data in a portable format
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• Restriction: Limit how we use your information

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@satapp.com

7. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide the Service to you
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 90 days, except as required by law.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Maintain your session and keep you logged in
• Remember your preferences
• Analyze site usage and performance
• Provide personalized content

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of the Service.

9. Children's Privacy

The Service is intended for users aged 13 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at privacy@satapp.com

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. These countries may have different data protection laws.

By using the Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to our facilities and service providers globally.

11. Third-Party Links

The Service may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by:

• Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Sending you an email notification (for material changes)

Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

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

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
• Right to deletion of personal information
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

14. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

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

• Access your personal data
• Rectify inaccurate data
• Erase your data ("right to be forgotten")
• Restrict processing of your data
• Data portability
• Object to processing
• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

15. Contact Us

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