Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 2026

1. Information We Collect

Novera collects or processes only the information needed to provide reading, vocabulary, speaking, account, notification, payment, and premium features. If you create an account or sign in, authentication information such as your email address, display name, account identifier, and sign-in provider may be processed through Firebase Authentication or the sign-in provider you choose.

2. Local Data Storage

Novera stores app data on your device, including reading progress, lesson progress, saved words, daily goals, streaks, reminders, preferences, selected level, premium state, and other settings.

3. Account and Sign-In

Novera may use Firebase Authentication, Google Sign-In, and Sign in with Apple to let you create, access, or reconnect an account. These services may process identifiers, email address, profile name, authentication tokens, and related technical information.

4. Speaking and Microphone

Speaking lessons may ask for microphone and speech recognition permission so the app can check pronunciation and provide speaking feedback. When you start a voice attempt, Novera records what you say while the microphone button is active. Audio or speech data may be sent to your device speech recognition provider, such as Apple Speech Recognition on iOS or Google speech services on Android, to convert speech into text. Novera uses the transcript only to score the lesson attempt and show feedback. This build does not include a third-party AI conversation service. Novera does not send voice recordings or transcripts to OpenAI or another large language model service, and does not use microphone access for advertising or tracking.

5. Translation and Dictionary

When you use translation, dictionary, or meaning lookup features, the selected word, phrase, or sentence may be sent to external dictionary or translation providers, such as LibreTranslate, MyMemory, or DictionaryAPI, so the app can return a result. Do not submit private or sensitive text through these features.

6. Purchases and Subscriptions

Website purchases and subscriptions are processed by Paddle. Mobile purchases are processed by the app store where the purchase was made. Novera may receive purchase status, product identifiers, subscription status, transaction identifiers, or receipt-related information needed to unlock premium access. Novera does not receive or store your full card number.

7. Third-Party Services

Novera may use third-party services including Firebase, Google Sign-In, Sign in with Apple, Paddle, app store billing, Apple Speech Recognition, Google speech services, dictionary APIs, translation APIs, notification services, and device sharing features. These providers may process information as necessary to deliver their services. Their handling of data is governed by their own terms and privacy policies. Novera uses these services only for the app features described in this policy and does not sell personal data.

8. Data Retention and Deletion

Local app data remains on your device until you delete it, reset it in the app where available, uninstall the app, or clear app data from your device settings. If you have an account and want to request account deletion or ask about data connected to your account, contact support@novera.app.

9. Data Safety and Security

Novera uses platform-provided storage, permissions, authentication, and purchase systems to help protect your information. No method of storage or transmission is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Contact

For questions about this policy, contact support@novera.app.