Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2026

Age Rating: 5+ (Ages 5-12)

Introduction

Welcome to Little AI Explorer! We are committed to protecting your child's privacy. This app is designed for children ages 5-12 to learn about artificial intelligence through fun, educational storytelling.

This privacy policy explains:

• What information we collect
• How we use it
• Your rights as a parent/guardian
• How to contact us

Who We Are

Little AI Explorer is developed by Navveen Balani.

Developer: Navveen Balani
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/naveenbalani

We are COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act) compliant and take children's privacy very seriously.

Information We Collect

What We Collect:

We only collect the minimum information needed to provide a personalized learning experience:

1. Child's First Name - Used to personalize the story (e.g., "Hi Alex!")
2. Age Band - We ask for age range (5-6, 7-9, or 10-12) NOT exact birthdate
3. Character Selection - Which AI explorer character your child chose
4. Learning Progress - Which chapters have been completed
5. App Settings - Audio preferences, text size, etc.

What We DO NOT Collect:

• No last names or full names
• No email addresses
• No phone numbers
• No home address or location data
• No photos or camera access
• No exact birthdates
• No device identifiers for tracking
• No social media information
• No payment information (handled by Apple/Google)

How We Use Information

We use the collected information ONLY to:

1. Personalize Learning - Use child's name in stories and select age-appropriate content
2. Save Progress - Remember which chapters have been completed
3. Remember Settings - Keep audio and display preferences
4. Improve Education - Understand which chapters are most engaging (aggregated data only)

Where Data is Stored

Local Device Storage:

All data is stored securely on your device only using encrypted storage. This means:

• Data never leaves your device
• We cannot access it remotely
• No servers, no cloud, no syncing
• Uninstall app = all data deleted
• Complete privacy and parental control

Third-Party Services

We minimize third-party services to protect your child's privacy:

Payment Processing

Apple App Store / Google Play Store

• Handles in-app purchases for paid chapters
• We never see or store payment information
• All transactions managed by Apple/Google
• Subject to Apple/Google privacy policies

What We Do NOT Use:

• No advertising networks
• No analytics services
• No social media integrations
• No data brokers
• No cloud storage providers
• No remote servers

Parental Rights (COPPA/GDPR)

As a parent or legal guardian, you have the right to:

1. Review Data

• View all information stored about your child
• Access through Parental Settings (PIN protected)

2. Export Data

• Download all your child's data in JSON format
• Use it with other educational tools
• Keep a personal backup

3. Delete Data

• Delete ALL data at any time
• Immediate and permanent removal
• No questions asked

4. Revoke Consent

• Withdraw consent for data collection
• Will prompt data deletion
• Can re-consent later if desired

5. Correct Information

• Update child's name or age band
• Change settings anytime
• Through Parental Settings

Data Retention

How Long We Keep Data:

• Active Use: As long as app is installed and in use
• On Request: Immediately deleted when you request
• App Deletion: Automatic permanent deletion

Security Measures

We protect your child's data through:

1. Encryption

• All data encrypted on device
• Secure storage technology
• PIN protected parental controls

2. Access Control

• 4-digit parental PIN required
• No child access to settings or data
• Parental gate on sensitive areas

3. No Remote Access

• We cannot access data on your device
• Local-only storage
• You have complete control

4. Regular Updates

• Security patches applied promptly
• Industry best practices followed
• Continuous security monitoring

Parental Consent

Required Before Data Collection:
We obtain verifiable parental consent through:

1. Parental Gate - Math question to verify adult
2. Clear Consent Statement - You must check boxes agreeing to:
   • Privacy policy
   • Data collection
   • Terms of use
3. PIN Creation - Proves ongoing parental control

Children's Privacy

Age-Appropriate Design:

• No external links without parental gate
• No sharing features or social media
• No chat or messaging
• No user-generated content visible to others
• All content pre-approved and safe

Educational Focus:

• Content designed by educators
• Age-appropriate learning levels
• Positive reinforcement only
• No competitive elements that could cause stress

Changes to This Policy

If We Update This Policy:

1. You will be notified in-app
2. We will explain what changed
3. You must review and re-consent
4. If you don't consent, data will be deleted

International Users

United States (COPPA):

• Full COPPA compliance
• Verifiable parental consent
• Parental rights as described

European Union (GDPR):

• Full GDPR-K compliance
• Right to be forgotten
• Data portability
• Parental consent required (under 16)

Other Regions:

• We follow the strictest applicable law
• When in doubt, we apply COPPA/GDPR standards

Your Responsibilities

As a Parent/Guardian:

• Keep your PIN secure and confidential
• Monitor your child's app use
• Review privacy policy periodically
• Contact us with any concerns

Contact Us

Privacy Questions or Concerns?

• 📧 Email: privacy@littleaiexplorer.com
• ⏱️ Response Time: Within 48 hours
• 🔗 Developer: Navveen Balani
• 💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/naveenbalani

To Exercise Your Rights:

• Email us with your request
• Or use in-app settings (preferred)

For General Support:
📧 support@littleaiexplorer.com

Legal Information

Developer: Navveen Balani
App Name: Little AI Explorer
Age Rating: 5+ (Ages 5-12)

Compliance:

• COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act)
• GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)
• CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act)
• Apple App Store Guidelines
• Google Play Families Policy

Effective Date: January 2026
Version: 1.0
Last Reviewed: January 2026

Summary for Parents

Developed by Navveen Balani
Connect: linkedin.com/in/naveenbalani

This privacy policy is written in plain language so parents can easily understand it. If you have any questions, please contact us.