1. Introduction

QuizGem ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our AI-powered quiz generation service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: Name, email address, and password when you register, or profile information from Google if you use OAuth authentication
• Uploaded Content: Documents (PDFs, text files) you upload for quiz generation
• Quiz Content: Quizzes you create, including questions, answers, and topics
• Quiz Responses: Your answers when taking quizzes, scores, and completion data

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Usage Data: Quiz attempt timestamps, duration, and interaction patterns
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, and device identifiers
• Log Data: IP addresses, access times, and pages viewed

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Provide the Service: Generate quizzes using AI, store your content, and track quiz attempts
• Authenticate Users: Verify your identity and secure your account
• Process AI Requests: Send your uploaded content to Google Gemini AI for quiz generation
• Improve the Service: Analyze usage patterns to enhance features and user experience
• Communicate: Send service-related notifications and updates
• Ensure Security: Detect, prevent, and respond to fraud or security issues

4. AI Processing and Third-Party Services

4.1 Google Gemini AI

When you generate quizzes, your uploaded documents and topics are processed by Google Gemini AI. This data is sent to Google's servers for processing. Please review Google's Privacy Policy for information on how they handle data.

4.2 Authentication

If you sign in with Google, we receive basic profile information (name, email, profile picture) as authorized by you. We do not access your Google account beyond authentication.

4.3 Cloud Infrastructure

We use cloud service providers for hosting, storage, and database services. Your data may be stored on servers operated by these providers in accordance with their security practices.

5. Data Sharing

We may share your information in the following cases:

• Public Quizzes: If you set a quiz to "public," other users can view the quiz content and your display name as the creator
• Unlisted Quizzes: Anyone with the direct link can access the quiz content
• Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist in operating the Service (hosting, AI processing) under confidentiality agreements
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, legal process, or to protect our rights and safety
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

6. Data Retention

• Account Data: Retained while your account is active and for a reasonable period after deletion for legal compliance
• Uploaded Documents: Processed for quiz generation and may be retained temporarily for service improvement; you can request deletion
• Quiz Content: Retained until you delete the quiz or your account
• Attempt History: Retained to provide you with progress tracking and statistics

7. Your Rights

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

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
• Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
• Objection: Object to certain processing of your data
• Withdraw Consent: Revoke previously given consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us through the application or delete your account through account settings.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
• Secure password hashing
• Access controls and authentication
• Regular security assessments

However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Cookies and Tracking

We use essential cookies and similar technologies to:

• Maintain your authenticated session
• Remember your preferences (e.g., theme settings)
• Ensure security and prevent fraud

We do not use third-party advertising or tracking cookies.

10. Children's Privacy

The Service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. These countries may have different data protection laws. We take steps to ensure your data receives adequate protection in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of material changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through the application or at the contact information provided on our website.