Updated September 8, 2026
Scope
This policy applies to 句句说 (PhraseStep). The app has no account registration, advertising, cross-app tracking, or third-party analytics SDKs. The app does not upload learning data to developer-operated servers.
Learning data and settings
Progress, review schedules, self-assessments, saved practice transcripts, practice durations and language preferences are stored in the app sandbox on your device. Device backups may include this data according to your Apple system settings. Deleting the app removes its local data; manage existing device backups separately in system settings.
Microphone and speech recognition
Microphone access is requested when you choose to record. Audio is used for playback, self-assessment and optional English transcription. Transcription requires Apple on-device speech recognition on a supported device; the app does not fall back to cloud transcription. Other learning features remain available if permission is denied or recognition is unavailable. You can revoke permissions in system settings.
Recording retention
Practice recordings are temporary device files, cleaned up when replaced or when you leave the related practice. Recordings left by an interrupted session are cleaned up at the next launch. Transcripts are not uploaded to the developer.
Purchases
Pro is a one-time, non-consumable lifetime unlock with no subscription or automatic renewal. Apple processes payments through the App Store. The app verifies Apple-signed transactions and purchase status on device. We do not receive payment card details. Apple handles purchase data under its own privacy policy. Refunded or revoked purchases may lose access.
Information you choose to share
Copying a practice prompt writes it to the system clipboard; the app does not automatically send it to an AI service. If you paste or share it elsewhere, that service’s privacy policy applies. If you email support, the email address, issue description and attachments you provide are used to handle your request. Do not send unnecessary private recordings. Support email is not data automatically collected by the app.
Contact and changes
Use the support channel listed on the app’s App Store page for privacy questions, support or deletion of support correspondence. We update the date on this page when the policy changes.