Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 15, 2026

Introduction

LingoMeister (“we”, “us”, or “our”) operates the website https://lingomeister.pro. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our German learning platform.

Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

  • Account Information: Name, email address, and password (stored securely using bcrypt hashing)
  • Learning Data: Your progress, quiz scores, flashcard reviews, streaks, XP, and learned vocabulary
  • Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, session duration, and interaction patterns
  • Device Information: Browser type, operating system, IP address, and device identifiers

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and maintain the LingoMeister learning platform
  • Personalize your learning experience using spaced repetition algorithms
  • Track your progress and display your learning statistics
  • Send you notifications about your learning streaks (if you opt in)
  • Communicate important updates about your account or our service
  • Improve our platform and develop new features
  • Prevent fraud, abuse, and security issues

Data Storage & Security

Your data is stored securely on European servers provided by Hetzner Cloud. We implement industry-standard security measures:

  • Passwords are hashed using bcrypt before storage
  • All data transmission is encrypted using HTTPS/TLS
  • Database access is restricted and monitored
  • Regular security updates and patches are applied

While we take security seriously, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but continuously work to protect your information.

Cookies & Local Storage

We use cookies and browser local storage to:

  • Session Cookies: Keep you logged in and maintain your authentication state
  • Local Storage: Store offline review data, user preferences, and UI settings (like dark mode)

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling them may affect your ability to use certain features of LingoMeister.

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

  • Hetzner Cloud: Server hosting and object storage (Germany-based, GDPR compliant)
  • Google OAuth: Optional login method (if enabled)

These services have their own privacy policies. We recommend reviewing their policies to understand how they handle your data.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Request deletion of your account and associated data
  • Export your learning data
  • Opt out of non-essential communications

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us via our contact page. Account deletion is also available directly from your account settings.

Data Retention

We retain your account data for as long as your account is active. If you delete your account, we will permanently remove your personal information and learning data within 30 days. Some anonymized usage statistics may be retained for analytical purposes.

Children's Privacy

LingoMeister is not directed at children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately so we can delete it.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the “Last updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us via our contact page.