Privacy Policy for Doc.Deutsch

Last updated: April 2026

This Privacy Policy describes Our policies and procedures on the collection, use, and disclosure of Your information when You use the Doc.Deutsch iOS application ("the App", "the Service"). It also details Your privacy rights and how the law protects You.

By using the Service, You agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

IMPORTANT: MEDICAL DISCLAIMER & LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

Doc.Deutsch is an educational tool designed exclusively for language learning and medical communication practice. It is NOT a medical device, diagnostic tool, or a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Under no circumstances shall the developers, owners, or affiliates of Doc.Deutsch be held liable for any clinical decisions made, patient outcomes, linguistic misunderstandings, or damages arising directly or indirectly from the use of the vocabulary, phrases, or modules provided within the App. You remain solely responsible for your medical practice and patient communication.

1. Information We Collect

A. Personal Data

While using Our Service, We may ask You to provide Us with certain personally identifiable information that can be used to contact or identify You. Upon registration or profile completion, We may collect:

  • Identity Data: Full Name
  • Contact Data: Email address
  • Demographic & Professional Data: Date of birth, University/Faculty name, graduation status, and graduation year.

B. Authentication Data

You may register using third-party services (Apple Sign-In or Google Sign-In) or via email/password. We utilize Firebase Authentication to securely manage your credentials. We do not store or have direct access to your passwords.

C. Usage Data

When You access the Service by or through a mobile device, We may collect certain information automatically, including, but not limited to:

  • The type of mobile device You use, Your mobile device unique ID, the IP address of Your mobile device.
  • Your mobile operating system, diagnostic data, and other usage metrics to help us improve the app.

2. How We Use Your Data

The Company may use Personal Data for the following purposes:

  • To provide and maintain our Service: Including tracking your daily vocabulary learning goals, user streaks, and module progression.
  • To manage Your Account: To securely manage Your registration as a user of the Service. The Personal Data You provide grants You access to different functionalities of the Service that are available to You as a registered user.
  • To contact You: To contact You by email regarding updates or informative communications related to the functionalities, products, or contracted services (including security updates) when necessary.
  • For Marketing Use (With Consent): If You checked the "Marketing Consent" toggle during registration, We may send You newsletters, campaigns, and special offers. You can opt-out at any time.

3. Third-Party Services We Use

We employ third-party companies and individuals to facilitate our Service. These third parties have access to Your Personal Data only to perform these tasks on Our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.

  • Google Firebase (Authentication, Firestore Database): Used for identity management and securely storing your profile and learning progress in the cloud.
  • Apple (Sign-In with Apple): Used for seamless authentication. Apple handles identity privacy according to their own strict policies.
  • Google (Sign-In with Google): Used for seamless authentication, allowing you to securely log in using your existing Google account. Google handles identity privacy according to their personal data policies.

4. Data Security

The security of Your Personal Data is critical to Us. Your profile data and learning history are securely stored in Google Firebase servers using industry-standard encryption protocols. However, remember that no method of transmission over the Internet, or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While We strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect Your Personal Data, We cannot guarantee its absolute security.

5. Your Data Protection Rights (GDPR & CCPA Compliance)

Depending on your region, you have significant rights regarding your personal information:

  • The right to access: You have the right to request copies of your personal data.
  • The right to rectification: You have the right to request that we correct any information you believe is inaccurate or incomplete.
  • The right to erasure (Right to be Forgotten): You have the right to request the deletion of your account and all associated data. You can delete your account via the standard request protocols by contacting our support team.
  • The right to withdraw consent: Where you have provided your consent, such as for marketing emails, you can withdraw this consent at any time.

6. Children's Privacy

Our Service does not address anyone under the age of 13, and is primarily directed at adult medical professionals and students. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from anyone under the age of 13.

7. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update Our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify You of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date at the top. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests to delete your data, please contact us: