Privacy policy
Privacy Policy
Last updated: April 2026
Welcome to Strokie. Your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and how we protect your data when you use Strokie.
By using Strokie, you agree to this Privacy Policy.
1. What Strokie Does
Strokie is an iPad app that helps users learn Hanzi handwriting through:
- Daily story tracing
- Character practice
- Writing quizzes
- Progress tracking
- Optional practice reminders
Strokie is designed to work without requiring an account, which means we intentionally collect as little personal information as possible.
2. Information We Collect
A. Local App Data (Stored on Your Device)
Most of your learning data stays directly on your iPad and is not sent to our servers.
This may include:
- Completed lessons
- Writing progress
- XP progress
- Character practice history
- Quiz progress
- Streak data
- Saved drawings
This information is stored locally on your device.
B. Analytics Data
We use analytics tools to understand how people use Strokie and improve the app experience.
This may include:
- App opens
- Lesson completions
- Feature usage
- Reminder settings interactions
- Feedback submissions
- Challenge submissions
This data may include anonymous technical information such as:
- Device type
- App version
- General usage behavior
We do not use analytics to personally identify you.
C. Feedback You Voluntarily Submit
If you choose to send feedback through the app, we may collect:
- Your name (if provided)
- Your contact information (if provided)
- Your feedback message
We only use this information to respond to your feedback and improve the product.
D. Challenge Mode Uploads (Optional)
If you participate in challenge mode, your completed handwriting drawings may be uploaded to our servers for review.
This may include:
- Your submitted handwriting image
- Submission timestamp
- Related lesson information
Challenge mode is completely optional.
3. Notifications
If you enable daily practice reminders, Strokie may send push notifications at the time you choose.
You can disable notifications anytime through:
- Strokie settings
- Your iPad system settings
4. What We Do NOT Collect
We currently do not collect:
- Account passwords
- Payment information
- Contact lists
- Location data
- Camera access
- Microphone recordings
- Social media information
Strokie does not sell your personal information.
5. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Provide app functionality
- Save your learning progress
- Improve product performance
- Fix bugs
- Respond to feedback
- Understand feature usage
6. Data Storage & Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your information.
However, no digital platform can guarantee absolute security.
If you submit data through challenge mode or feedback forms, we work with trusted infrastructure providers to securely process that data.
7. Third-Party Services
Strokie may use third-party tools for:
- Analytics
- Cloud storage
- App infrastructure
- Crash monitoring
These services may process limited technical information necessary to operate the app.
8. Children’s Privacy
Strokie is not intended for children under 13 without parental supervision.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
9. Your Rights
Depending on where you live, you may have rights to:
- Request deletion of submitted personal data
- Request access to personal data we hold
- Ask questions about data usage
You can contact us anytime regarding privacy requests.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
When we do, we will update the "Last updated" date above.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at: