Privacy Policy for Maneki Kanji

Effective Date: 04/12/2025

Thank you for using Maneki Kanji (the "App"). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we handle information when you use the App. We do not collect any personal data.

1. No Personal Data Collected

We do not collect, store, share, or process any personal data from users of Maneki Kanji. Specifically:

• We do not collect your name, email address, phone number, IP address, or any personally identifiable information.
• We do not use cookies, analytics tools, or device identifiers.
• We do not track your behavior, usage patterns, or app interaction.
• We do not store data on any server — the app runs entirely on your device.
• All features function without needing an internet connection or account login.

2. Compliance With Global Privacy Laws

Even though we collect no personal data, we voluntarily align with the principles of major global privacy regulations to give you peace of mind.

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR – EU and UK)

• No data is collected, so there is no processing, profiling, or storage of personal data.
• No lawful basis for processing is required because no processing occurs.
• No international data transfers take place.

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) & California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA)

• We do not sell, share, or otherwise disclose any personal information.
• No personal data means no need for access, deletion, or opt-out requests.
• The app is not intended for children, but does not collect data from any users, including minors.

UK Data Protection Act 2018 / UK GDPR

• Fully compliant for UK users, under the same principles outlined in EU GDPR.

Australia’s Privacy Act 1988 and Australian Privacy Principles (APPs)

• Maneki Kanji does not collect or handle any “personal information” as defined under Australian law.
• We adhere to APPs in spirit, although most do not apply due to the absence of data collection.

3. Children’s Privacy (COPPA and Global Equivalents)

• Maneki Kanji is suitable for users of all ages.
• We do not knowingly collect data from users under the age of 13.
• Since no data is collected from anyone, the app is inherently compliant with COPPA and similar international laws.

4. Third-Party Services

Maneki Kanji:

• Does not use third-party analytics (e.g., Google Analytics, Firebase)
• Does not include advertising SDKs
• Does not integrate with social media
• Is a standalone app with no external data sharing or tracking

5. Data Security

Although Maneki Kanji does not store user data, we follow Apple’s best practices for app development to ensure that your experience is safe, secure, and reliable.

6. Policy Updates

This Privacy Policy may be updated to reflect changes in legal requirements or improvements to the app. Changes will be reflected on this page with an updated “Effective Date.” Since no data is collected, you will not be notified individually.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or require further information about this Privacy Policy, you may contact us at:

Maneki Kanji Support
Email: maneki.japanese@gmail.com