Last Updated: November 2025

Introduction

Welcome to Ethio Entrance, Freshman Tricks. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.

By using Ethio Entrance, Freshman Tricks, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

• Name: Used for account identification and personalization

• Phone Number: Used for authentication and account recovery

• Grade/Academic Level: Used to provide relevant educational content

Device Information

• Device ID: Unique identifier for your device

• Device Brand, Model, and Manufacturer: For compatibility and troubleshooting

• Operating System: To ensure app compatibility

Profile Data

• Profile Pictures: Optional, only if you choose to upload

Usage Data

• Study Plans: Your created study schedules

• Exam Progress: Your test results and performance tracking

• Downloaded Content: Records of materials you've downloaded for offline access

Payment Information

• Payment Receipts: If you purchase a subscription

• Transaction Records: For billing and account verification purposes

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Provide Services: Deliver Ethio Entrance, Freshman Tricks educational content and features

• Authentication: Verify your identity and secure your account

• Payment Processing: Handle subscription payments and verify transactions

• Notifications: Send study plan reminders and important updates

• Personalization: Customize your learning experience based on your grade

• Offline Access: Store downloaded study materials locally on your device

• Improvements: Analyze usage patterns to improve our app and develop new features

• Security: Detect and prevent fraud and unauthorized access

3. Information Sharing and Data Storage

We DO:

• Use device information solely for account security and multi-device management

• Transmit data securely to our servers using HTTPS encryption

• Store study materials (PDFs, videos) locally on your device in app-specific directories

• Comply with legal requirements to disclose information when required by law

Data Location

• Your personal data is stored on our secure servers

• Downloaded study materials are stored locally on your device

• We use industry-standard security measures to protect your data

4. Data Security

Security Measures We Implement

• HTTPS Encryption: All data transmission is encrypted

• Password Security: Passwords are hashed using industry-standard algorithms

• Device Verification: Multi-device authentication to prevent unauthorized access

• Regular Updates: Continuous security monitoring and updates

• Access Controls: Limited employee access to personal data

5. Your Rights and Data Control

You have full control over your data:

Access

• View your personal information at any time through your profile

Update

• Edit your profile, phone number, and grade level

• Change or remove your profile picture

Delete

• Permanently delete your account and all associated data

• To delete: Go to Settings >> Profile >> Delete Account

• Upon deletion, all your personal data will be removed from our servers within 30 days

Download

• Access all downloaded study materials offline

• Export your study plan data

Opt-Out

• Disable notifications in app settings

• Revoke permissions in your device settings

6. Local Data Storage

App-Specific Storage

• Downloaded Materials: PDFs and videos are stored locally in app-specific directories

• Study Plans: Cached locally for offline access

• Authentication: Login tokens stored securely using encrypted local storage

• No Cookies: We don't use browser cookies or third-party tracking technologies

• Data Clearing: Uninstalling the app or clearing app data will remove all local content

7. Children's Privacy

Age Requirements

• Ethio Entrance, Freshman Tricks is designed for students in Grades 9-12

• Our services are intended for students aged 13 and above

• We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13

• Parents/guardians should supervise usage for younger students

• If we discover we've collected data from a child under 13, we will delete it immediately

If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

8. Notifications and Permissions

App Permissions Explained

Our app requests the following permissions:

Notifications

• Purpose: Send study plan reminders and important updates

• Control: Can be disabled in device settings

Alarms & Reminders (SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM)

• Purpose: Send precise scheduled notifications for your study plans

• Why Needed: Ensures you receive reminders at exactly the right time

• Android 14+: This permission must be explicitly granted

Camera/Photos

• Purpose: Upload a profile picture (optional)

• When Requested: Only when you choose to take or select a photo

• Control: Can be revoked in device settings

Storage

• Purpose: Download and store study materials for offline access

• Scope: Limited to app-specific directories (scoped storage)

• No External Access: We don't access your personal files or other apps' data

All permissions are requested only when needed and can be revoked at any time through your device settings.

9. Third-Party Services

Services We Use

Ethio Entrance, Freshman Tricks uses the following third-party services:

• Hosting Provider: For secure cloud storage of educational content

• Payment Gateway: For processing subscription payments (if applicable)

We ensure all third-party services comply with data protection regulations and maintain appropriate security standards.

No Advertising

We do not use any third-party advertising networks or analytics services that track your behavior.

10. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this privacy policy.

11. Data Retention

• Active Accounts: We retain your data as long as your account is active

• Account Deletion: Data is deleted within 30 days of account deletion request

• Legal Requirements: Some data may be retained longer if required by law

• Backup Data: Backup copies are permanently deleted within 90 days

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in:

• Our practices

• Legal requirements

• App features

How We Notify You

• Updates will be posted in the app

• Privacy policy will be updated on our website

• Significant changes will be notified via in-app notification

• Last updated date will be changed at the top of this policy

Continued use of Ethio Entrance after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

Questions or Concerns?

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us:

14. Legal Compliance

Ethio Entrance, Freshman Tricks complies with:

• Google Play Store Data Safety Requirements

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) principles

• Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)

• Applicable local data protection laws

15. Your Consent

By using Ethio Entrance, Freshman Tricks, you consent to:

• This Privacy Policy

• Collection and use of information as described

• Storage of data as outlined above

You can withdraw consent by:

• Deleting your account

• Uninstalling the app

• Contacting us to request data deletion