The Daily ESL

Privacy Policy - thedailyesl.com

Effective Date: 14th of July, 2025

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how TheDailyESL.com ('we', 'our', or 'us') collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our website and services (the 'Service'). By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

  • Account Information: Email address, username, and password when you sign up.
  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time on site, clicks, and interaction data.
  • Device Data: Browser type, IP address, device identifiers.
  • Optional Data: Saved vocabulary, learning history, and preferences.

Some information is provided by you, while other data is collected automatically.

3. How We Use Information

We use your information to:

  • Operate and maintain the Service
  • Improve user experience and personalize content
  • Manage user accounts and features
  • Respond to inquiries and support requests
  • Serve contextual advertising
  • Analyze traffic and usage patterns

4. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services, which may also collect and process your data:

  • Google Cloud Platform (hosting, database)
  • Firebase Auth (authentication)
  • Firebase Storage (media delivery)
  • Google AdSense (ads, upcoming)

These providers have their own privacy policies governing their use of your data.

5. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

  • Store user preferences
  • Enable login and session management
  • Analyze usage data

Third-party services such as Google AdSense may use their own cookies. You can disable cookies through your browser settings.

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. We may share user data only with service providers that support our operations, such as hosting and authentication providers. These third parties are contractually obligated to keep your information secure and use it only for specified purposes on our behalf.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data as long as necessary to provide the Service and fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. You may request account deletion or data removal at any time.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Request correction or deletion
  • Object to or restrict certain types of processing
  • Request data portability

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

9. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we become aware of such data, we will delete it promptly.

10. Data Security

We use technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including encryption and access controls. However, no system is completely secure.

11. International Users

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own, including the United States. By using the Service, you consent to this transfer.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

13. Contact Information

For privacy-related inquiries or data requests, contact us at:

Email: [email protected]