Effective Date: April 29, 2026
Last Updated: April 29, 2026
iHuman Fantastic Limited (hereinafter referred to as "we," "us," or "the Company") operates the Talko application. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and manage your information when you use our AI-powered English learning services.
This Privacy Policy applies to the Talko mobile application accessed through the iOS platform (hereinafter referred to as the "App") and all related services we provide.
By using the Talko App, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our App.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of information:
2.1 Personal Information
Interactive Information: You may voluntarily provide information such as language proficiency, native language, learning goals, and learning duration.
2.2 Usage Data
App Usage: We collect information about how you interact with the App, including features used, content accessed, and time spent on different sections.
Device Information: We may collect information about your device, including IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
2.3 Communication Data
Customer Support: If you contact us for support, we may collect information about your request and any additional information you provide.
2.4 Learning Data
Progress and Performance: We collect data on your learning activities, progress, and performance within the App to provide personalized feedback and recommendations.
2.5 Third-Party AI Service Providers
To deliver our core AI-powered oral practice features, we partner with industry-leading AI providers. We ensure that these partners provide a level of data protection equivalent to our own, in compliance with applicable privacy laws.
We share data with the following service providers:
- OpenAI (Whisper)
- Shared Data: Voice recordings, anonymized device identifiers
- Purpose: Convert speech to text for grammar feedback and high-quality AI responses
- OpenAI (GPT-4o-mini)
- Shared Data: Text conversation content, anonymized device identifiers
- Purpose: Provide natural language conversation, grammar correction, and personalized learning suggestions
AI Model Usage Statement:
- We do not use your personal learning data, conversation history, or voice recordings to train third-party AI models
- Data sent to the above service providers is used only for real-time response generation
- Data will not be retained by these service providers for their own model training
2.6 Subscription Information
If you choose to subscribe to our paid services, we collect:
- Transaction Data: Purchase records processed through Apple payment system
- Subscription Status: Subscription type, start date, auto-renewal settings
- Restoration Records: Subscription restoration requests and records
Important Notice: Your payment credentials are processed by Apple. We do not store or collect your credit card information or other financial details.
2.7 Third-Party SDKs and Analytics Services
We use the following third-party SDKs and analytics services to improve product performance and user experience:
- AppsFlyer
- Data Collected: Device identifiers, usage events, crash reports
- Purpose: Attribution analysis and conversion measurement, optimizing product performance
- Firebase
- Data Collected: Device information, app crash reports
- Purpose: App crash monitoring and performance analysis
- Facebook SDK (If Enabled)
- Data Collected: Device information, app usage data
- Purpose: Advertising attribution analysis and audience insights (used only for marketing and advertising optimization)
Facebook SDK Notice: Some Facebook-related attribution features may rely on permissions granted by you through Apple's App Tracking Transparency (ATT) framework. You can manage these permissions in your system settings.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for various purposes:
- To Provide and Maintain the App: Ensuring the App functions properly and delivers high-quality educational content
- To Improve Our Services: Analyzing usage data to enhance our offerings and develop new features
- To Ensure Security: Protecting against fraud and ensuring the security of your data and our systems
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following situations:
- With Service Providers: We may share data with third-party vendors who assist us in operating the App or providing related services
- For Legal Reasons: If required by law or to respond to legal requests, we may disclose your information to relevant authorities
- With Consent: We may share your information with third parties if you provide consent to such sharing
- Refund Requests and Consumption Information:
- If you request a refund for an in-app purchase or auto-renewable subscription through the App Store, and you provide your consent, we may share information about your use or consumption of the purchased content or services with Apple
- This information is provided solely for the purpose of assisting Apple in reviewing and making a decision on your refund request, in accordance with App Store policies
- The consumption information may include, but is not limited to, usage duration, accessed features, or consumed content associated with the purchase
- We will only share such information after you initiate a refund request and only to the extent permitted by applicable laws and App Store requirements
5. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including the right to access, update, or delete your data. If you wish to exercise these rights, please contact us at talko@talkogo.com.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no internet transmission is ever completely secure or error-free.
The security measures we implement include:
- Encryption in Transit and at Rest: All data is encrypted during transmission and storage
- Secure Server Infrastructure: Using secure hosting services that meet industry standards
- Regular Security Assessments: Conducting regular security audits and vulnerability scans
- Access Controls: Implementing strict access controls for data access
- Employee Training: Employees receive data protection and security training
Due to our use of anonymized identifiers, your real identity is not linked to your learning data.
7. Children's Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal data from any minors. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your minor has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at talko@talkogo.com, and we will take steps to delete such information.
8. CCPA Rights (California Consumer Privacy Act)
If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- Right to Know: Request information about the personal data we collect, use, and share
- Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to certain exceptions
- Right to Opt-Out: We do not sell personal data, so there is no need to opt out
- Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights
To exercise these rights, please contact us at talko@talkogo.com.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes through:
- Posting the updated policy on this page
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
- Providing in-app notifications for significant changes
We encourage you to review this policy regularly. Your continued use of the App after notification constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact iHuman Fantastic Limited:
- Email: talko@talkogo.com
- Company Address:
- Nova(2518-25) Unit 2518, 25/F
- Metro Centre II
- 21 Lam Hing Street
- Kowloon Bay, KL
- Hong Kong SAR
This Privacy Policy is the final version for the Talko application.