Privacy Policy

Tech Career Pathfinder ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application (the "App").

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We collect the following personal information when you create an account:

• Email Address - Used for account authentication and communication
• Name - Optional display name for your profile

User-Generated Content

We collect and store information you voluntarily provide:

• Quiz answers and responses
• Saved career preferences
• Learning plan progress
• Skills you add to your profile
• Resume information you create
• Project completion status
• Interview practice recordings (stored locally on your device only)

Device Information

We automatically collect certain information about your device:

• Device model and operating system version
• App version and usage statistics
• Crash reports and performance data

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Match you with suitable tech careers based on your quiz responses
• Track your learning progress and saved careers
• Generate personalized learning plans and recommendations
• Process premium subscription payments
• Improve and optimize our app features
• Respond to your questions and support requests

3. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may collect information:

Firebase Authentication

We use Firebase to manage user accounts. Firebase collects your email address for authentication purposes. View Firebase Privacy Policy

RevenueCat

We use RevenueCat to process premium subscriptions. RevenueCat collects purchase information and transaction details. View RevenueCat Privacy Policy

AsyncStorage

We use local device storage to save your preferences and progress. This data remains on your device unless you delete the app or clear data.

expo-audio (Microphone)

If you use the mock interview feature, we request microphone permission to record your practice answers. Audio recordings are stored locally on your device and are never uploaded to our servers.

4. Data Storage and Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. Your data is stored securely using industry-standard encryption. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your data:

• Access: View your profile information and saved data
• Update: Edit your profile information in the Profile screen
• Delete: Clear all your data via Settings → Clear All Data
• Delete Account: Contact us to permanently delete your account

6. Children's Privacy

Our app is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active. When you delete your account or clear your data, we permanently remove your information from our systems within 30 days.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on servers located outside your country. By using our app, you consent to such transfers.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy in the app and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

10. Your Data Deletion Rights

If you wish to delete your account and all associated data from Tech Career Pathfinder, you have the following options:

• In-App Deletion: Open the app, go to Settings, and tap "Delete Account". This will immediately delete your profile and associated data.
• Email Request: Send an email to privacy@fajostech.com from your registered email address with the subject "Account Deletion Request". We will process your request within 30 days.
• Web Form: You can also request deletion via our Data Deletion Request Page.

Once your account is deleted, your data will be permanently removed from our systems and cannot be recovered.

11. Contact Us

Tech Career Pathfinder - Helping you discover and navigate your ideal tech career path.