Important: This Privacy Policy applies to the Dirshu Daf HaYomi B'Halacha mobile application ("App") developed by Dirshu South Africa. By downloading, installing, or using our App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Personal Information
We may collect the following types of personal information:
- Account Information: Name, email address, and user preferences when you create an account
- Learning Progress: Your study progress, completed sections, and learning statistics
- Device Information: Device type, operating system, app version, and unique device identifiers
- Usage Data: How you interact with the app, features used, and time spent learning
1.2 Automatically Collected Information
- App usage analytics and performance data
- Crash reports and error logs
- IP address and general location information
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- Service Provision: To provide and maintain the App's functionality
- Personalization: To track your learning progress and provide personalized content
- Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve the App experience
- Communication: To send important updates about the App and Jewish learning content
- Support: To provide customer support and respond to your inquiries
- Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations
3. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.
We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:
- Service Providers: With trusted third-party services that help us operate the App (e.g., cloud storage, analytics)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation
- Safety: To protect the rights, property, or safety of our users or others
- Business Transfer: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
4. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Regular security audits and updates
- Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
- Secure data centers and infrastructure
Note: While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:
- Provide you with our services
- Comply with legal obligations
- Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us.
6. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
- Access: Request access to your personal information
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
- Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
- Opt-out: Opt-out of certain data processing activities
7. Children's Privacy
Our App is intended for users of all ages, including children. We are committed to protecting children's privacy:
- We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent
- Parents can review, delete, or refuse further collection of their child's information
- If we learn we have collected information from a child under 13 without consent, we will delete it promptly
8. Third-Party Services
Our App may integrate with third-party services:
- Analytics: We use analytics services to understand app usage
- Cloud Storage: Your data may be stored on secure cloud platforms
- App Stores: Download and payment processing through Apple App Store and Google Play Store
These services have their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review.
9. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information during such transfers.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:
- Posting the new Privacy Policy in the App
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
- Sending you a notification through the App or email
Your continued use of the App after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Governing Law
This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of South Africa. Any disputes arising from this policy will be resolved in the courts of South Africa.