Privacy Policy
Last updated: June 19, 2026
1. Introduction
German Exam Practice ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you use our website and web application.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:
- Email address and account identifier
- Name or profile details, if you choose to provide them
- Payment and subscription information processed securely by Stripe; we do not store complete payment-card details
- Practice content you submit, including writing answers and speaking recordings
2.2 Usage Data
We collect certain information when you use the service, including:
- Learning progress and performance data, such as scores, completion rates, saved vocabulary, and unfinished answers
- Device and browser information, such as browser type and operating system
- Log data, such as access times and pages viewed
- Consent-based analytics data, including page views and web performance measurements
2.3 Browser Storage and Cookies
With your permission, we store optional learning progress and preferences in local storage on your device. Essential cookies are used for authentication, security, and session management. The consent cookie records your choice for one year.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Provide, maintain, and secure the service
- Authenticate your account and sync supported activity
- Track your learning progress
- Process payments and manage subscriptions
- Return requested writing and speaking practice guidance
- Send important service and account updates
- Improve our educational content and website performance
4. Content Protection and Intellectual Property
Prohibited activities include:
- Copying, reproducing, or distributing content from our platform
- Downloading, scraping, or extracting content for commercial or personal redistribution
- Screen recording or capturing content for sharing
- Creating derivative works based on our materials
- Using automated tools to access or download protected content
We use account controls, protected routes, and download controls on selected media to limit unauthorized access and redistribution. Violations may result in account suspension or termination and may be subject to legal action.
5. Data Storage and Security
Account and learning data is stored using Supabase. Data is protected in transit and at rest, and we use reasonable technical and organizational safeguards designed to protect personal information. No storage or transmission method can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
6. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
- Supabase — database, authentication, and file storage
- Stripe — payment and subscription processing
- Google — account sign-in
- Google Analytics — consent-based, anonymized website analytics
These providers process information under their own privacy terms when they provide services to us.
7. Cookies
We use essential cookies for authentication, security, and session management. Optional browser storage and analytics are used only after you accept them. You can change your preference at any time: .
8. Your Rights
Subject to applicable law, you may have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Delete your account and associated data
- Export your learning progress data
- Opt out of marketing communications
- Withdraw consent for optional storage and analytics
To exercise a right that is not available directly in your account, contact us using the email below.
9. Children's Privacy
Our service is not intended for users under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will indicate changes by updating the "Last updated" date and, where appropriate, provide additional notice.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at support@germanexampractice.com.
Important Notice
All educational content, including exam-style questions, audio recordings, explanations, and learning materials, is protected by copyright and intellectual property laws.
By using our service, you agree to this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Service.