Privacy Policy — Ayah Steps
1) Who we are
Ayah Steps is provided by Saifullah Ahad ("we", "us", "our"). Our website/portfolio is: https://saifullah.ai.
2) What this policy covers
This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have when you use Ayah Steps (the "App"). The App helps users study Quranic vocabulary through daily lessons, placement assessments, level checkpoints, scheduled reviews and a searchable library.
3) Information we collect
Ayah Steps has no account system, app-operated server, analytics or advertising service. Learning runs in local storage. Android system backup and device transfer may copy app data according to your Android settings, as described below.
The App stores the following data locally on your device using Android's built-in storage mechanisms:
- App settings: Language preference (English/Bengali), learner mode (child/teen/adult), daily word goal, notification preferences. Stored using Android Jetpack DataStore (local preferences file).
- Learning progress: Introduced words, review schedules, answer history, placement and checkpoint results, unfinished sessions, study sets, word and verse bookmarks, daily activity, and preserved earlier streak and XP records. Stored locally in an on-device SQLite database.
- App state: Whether onboarding has been completed. Stored locally in DataStore.
Core learning does not require an internet connection, and the app has no Internet permission. Android backup or device transfer may include the learning database and preferences, depending on system settings. This service is operated by Android or your device provider, not by us. External source and privacy links open your browser. Feedback opens your email app; only information you choose to send is included.
Pronunciation recordings are bundled with the app and play locally. Playing a recording does not contact its publisher or upload listening activity. The app does not record your microphone. Your listening-exercise answers and preference are stored locally with your other learning records and settings.
4) How we use information
- All locally stored data is used solely to provide core app features — tracking your learning progress, showing your streaks, managing bookmarks, and running quizzes.
- No data is analyzed, sold, or shared with any third party.
5) Sharing and disclosure
We do not sell learning data or send it to an app-operated service. System backup and transfer follow your device provider's settings and terms. Your browser and email app handle links and messages you choose to open.
The App does not use analytics SDKs, crash reporting services, advertising networks, or any third-party services that collect or receive user data.
The App does not contain ads, in-app purchases, or subscriptions.
6) Data retention
All data is stored locally on your device and persists until you choose to clear the app's data or uninstall the app. Uninstalling deletes the local app copy. A system backup may remain until removed through your backup provider, and Android may restore it when the app is installed again.
7) Your choices and controls
- Clear data: You can clear all locally stored app data at any time through Android Settings → Apps → Ayah Steps → Storage → Clear Data.
- Backup and transfer: Manage or delete system backups through Android and your backup provider. Uninstalling does not necessarily delete an existing backup.
- Permissions: Notification permission is requested on supported Android versions only when you opt into study reminders. Turn reminders off in the app or Android Settings. The app does not request camera, microphone, location, contacts or shared-storage access.
8) Security
All data is stored locally on your device using Android's standard storage mechanisms (SQLite via Room and Jetpack DataStore). Android protects the app's private storage. System backup or transfer can copy this data according to your device settings. No independent application-level encryption or backup delivery guarantee is claimed.
9) Children's privacy
Ayah Steps is an educational app suitable for all ages, including children. The app does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 (or the equivalent minimum age in your jurisdiction), as the app does not collect any personal information from any user.
10) International transfers
Since the App does not transmit any data to external servers, there are no international data transfers.
11) Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post the updated policy on our website at https://privacy.saifullah.ai/ayahsteps and update the effective date above.
12) Contact
If you have questions or requests, contact: Saifullah Ahad
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +8801711134346
Website: https://saifullah.ai
Location: Dhaka, Bangladesh