🔒 Our Commitment: 100% Ad-Free, Always
Citizenry does not display advertisements and never will. Unlike other citizenship test apps, we believe your study experience should be distraction-free. We do not use advertising networks, we do not collect data for advertising purposes, and we do not share your information with advertisers. Your privacy and focus are our priorities.
Citizenry ("we", "our", or "us") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our mobile application and services.
We strive to comply with applicable privacy laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation ("GDPR") and the California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA"), and we aim to process your data lawfully, fairly, and transparently.
1. Scope of This Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy applies to the Citizenry mobile application for iOS and any related services we operate (collectively, the "Services").
2. Introduction
Citizenry is an educational mobile application designed to help individuals prepare for the United States citizenship naturalization test through mock interviews, study materials, and practice questions.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect information when you use our app.
3. Information We Collect
3.1 App Use
Our citizenship-preparation app does not require you to create an account, and we do not ask you to enter personal details such as your name, email address, or postal address in the app.
When you use our app, certain information may be collected automatically by analytics and crash reporting services. This information may include:
- Device identifiers (for example, device ID)
- IP address and general location information (such as country or region)
- App usage statistics (such as screens viewed and session duration)
- Technical information about your device and operating system
- Crash logs and performance data
3.2 No Advertising
Citizenry does not display any advertisements. We do not use Google AdMob or any other advertising network. We do not collect or share Advertising IDs, and we do not track you for advertising purposes.
3.3 App Store Purchases
If you make a purchase or subscription through the Apple App Store, the payment is processed entirely by Apple. We receive limited information necessary to support your purchase, such as:
- An internal transaction or order ID
- The product purchased
- The purchase or subscription status
We do not receive your full payment card details.
By using our app and making in-app purchases, you consent to our sharing of data regarding your usage and consumption of purchased content with Apple, as part of our efforts to resolve refund requests. This information may include details about how you have accessed and interacted with the purchased content. We ensure that such data sharing is done in compliance with Apple's policies and only as necessary to process your requests.
3.4 Location Information
Some features in our app may use your location (such as ZIP code) to provide location-specific information like your local representatives. Providing location information is optional. The app will still work if you choose not to provide it.
We do not store your precise location on our own servers.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use the information described above to:
- Provide, operate, and maintain our Services
- Improve the performance and stability of our app
- Understand how users interact with our Services
- Support optional location features
- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
5. Legal Bases for Processing (EEA and UK Users)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or the United Kingdom (UK), we process your personal data under one or more of the following legal bases:
- Performance of a contract: To provide the Services you request (for example, processing purchases through the App Store).
- Legitimate interests: To maintain and improve our Services and understand how our Services are used, provided these interests are not overridden by your rights and interests.
- Consent: For certain analytics or location-based features where required by law. You may withdraw your consent at any time.
- Legal obligations: To comply with legal obligations, such as tax, accounting, and regulatory requirements.
6. Sharing of Personal Information
We may share your information with:
- Service providers and processors working on our behalf
- Analytics and error-tracking providers (such as Firebase Crashlytics)
- Apple App Store in connection with purchase verification and subscription management
- Authorities when required by law, regulation, or legal process
We do not sell or share personal information for advertising purposes. We do not sell or share personal information as defined under the CCPA.
7. International Data Transfers
We are based in the United States. Your information may be processed in the United States or other countries, which may have data protection laws that are different from those in your country of residence.
For EEA and UK data, when personal data is transferred to a country that does not provide an equivalent level of data protection, we rely on appropriate safeguards, such as the European Commission's Standard Contractual Clauses or other lawful transfer mechanisms.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:
- Provide and improve our Services
- Meet legal, accounting, or regulatory requirements
- Resolve disputes
- Enforce agreements
Analytics and usage data are typically retained for up to 12 months, unless required for a longer period for security, legal, or operational reasons.
9. Your Rights and Choices
9.1 General Rights
Depending on your region, you may have rights to:
- Access your personal information
- Request its deletion
- Correct inaccurate information
- Object to or restrict certain processing
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
9.2 EEA and UK Users
If you are located in the EEA or UK, you may also:
- Object to processing based on our legitimate interests
- Request data portability for information you provided in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format
- File a complaint with your local data protection authority
9.3 California Residents (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have the right to:
- Know what categories of personal information we collect
- Access specific information where applicable
- Request deletion of personal information we collected from you
- Correct inaccurate personal information
- Not be discriminated against for exercising your rights
Citizenry does not sell or share personal information as defined by the CCPA.
10. Third-Party Services
We use third-party services such as:
- Firebase / Crashlytics: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy
- Apple App Store: https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy/
These third parties collect and process data according to their own privacy policies and terms. We encourage you to review those policies.
11. Children's Privacy
Our Services are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete such information promptly.
12. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including secure servers and access controls.
However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material updates will be communicated through our app or other appropriate means.
Please review this page periodically for the latest information.
14. Disclaimer – Independent Educational Tool
Citizenry is an independent educational tool and is not affiliated with any government agency, including USCIS, the Department of Homeland Security, or any other political entity.
Study materials are based on public information from official sources, including:
- https://www.uscis.gov/citizenship/
- https://www.house.gov/representatives/
- https://www.senate.gov/senators/
- https://www.nga.org/governors/
We strive to provide accurate content but cannot guarantee its completeness or reliability. Always verify critical information with official sources.