1. Introduction

Welcome to Board Vibes! This Privacy Policy explains how we handle your information when you use our mobile application. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about our data practices.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information We DO NOT Collect

Board Vibes does NOT collect:

• Personal identification information (name, email, phone number)
• Location data
• Contacts or phonebook data
• Photos or media files
• Payment or financial information
• Account credentials or passwords
• Any data that can identify you personally

3. Third-Party Services

3.1 Google AdMob (Advertising)

Board Vibes uses Google AdMob to display advertisements. AdMob may collect:

• Device identifiers (Advertising ID)
• IP address
• Device information (model, OS version)
• Ad interaction data

Learn more: Google Privacy Policy

3.2 Google Gemini AI (Educational Assistant)

Board Vibes uses Google Gemini Flash 2.0 to provide AI-powered tutoring. When using AI features:

• Your questions are sent to Google's Gemini API for processing
• Conversations are NOT stored on our servers
• Google may process queries according to their API Terms
• No personal information is included in AI requests
• Daily usage is limited (no personal account required)

Learn more: Google Gemini API Terms

3.3 Data NOT Collected by AI Features

Our AI features do NOT collect or store:

• Your name or identity
• Your specific answers to Daily Challenge questions
• Chat conversation history
• Individual usage patterns or profiles
• Academic performance data linked to you

2.2 Data Stored Locally on Your Device

The following data is stored ONLY on your device and never leaves your phone:

• Selected board, class, and medium preferences
• Downloaded textbook PDFs
• Quiz history and results
• Bookmarks and reading progress
• Study streak and statistics
• Daily AI Challenge progress (XP, completed questions)
• AI question usage count (resets daily, stored locally)
• App settings (dark mode, notifications, etc.)

5. App Permissions

Board Vibes requests the following permissions:

5.1 Required Permissions

• Internet Access: To download textbook PDFs, use AI features, and display ads
• Storage Access: To save downloaded PDFs locally on your device

5.2 Optional Permissions

• Notifications: To send study reminders (can be disabled in settings)

6. Children's Privacy

Board Vibes is designed for students aged 13 and above. We comply with children's privacy laws:

• No personal information is collected from any user
• No user accounts or registration required
• Age-appropriate advertising only (Google AdMob compliant)
• No social media integration

7. Your Rights and Choices

• Delete Data: Use "Clear All Data" in Settings to delete all local data
• Opt-out of Ads: Disable personalized ads in device settings
• Disable Notifications: Turn off notifications in app settings
• Uninstall: Uninstalling the app removes all local data

8. Content and Copyright

Educational content in Board Vibes:

• Textbooks: © Punjab Curriculum & Textbook Board (PCTB)
• Provided for educational purposes only
• Downloaded from official sources
• All credit belongs to original publishers

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Disclaimer

Board Vibes is an independent educational app. We are not affiliated with:

• Punjab Board (BISE)
• Punjab Curriculum & Textbook Board (PCTB)
• Government of Pakistan

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us through the app's feedback section.