๐ What Data We Collect
When you use FMGE AI, we collect the following data to personalise your exam preparation experience:
- Account data: Name, email address, profile photo (if Google Sign-In is used)
- Study progress: MCQs attempted, correct/incorrect answers, subject-wise accuracy, study streaks
- Mock test results: Scores, time taken, subject performance, All India Rank data
- Bookmarks & notes: Questions saved and notes written within the platform
- AI interactions: Questions asked to the AI Doubt Solver (to improve response quality)
- Device & usage data: Browser type, device type, pages visited, session duration (via Google Analytics)
- Payment data: Transaction ID and plan type only โ full card details are never stored (handled by Razorpay)
๐ฏ How We Use Your Data
All data collected is used solely to improve your FMGE/NExT preparation experience:
- Personalise your dashboard โ show your weak subjects, accuracy trends, study streaks
- Generate your All India Rank on the leaderboard (based on accuracy and MCQs attempted)
- Send exam reminders and daily challenge notifications (only if you opt in)
- Improve AI responses โ your doubt questions help us fine-tune the AI tutor
- Detect and prevent abuse, cheating, or platform misuse
- Show relevant Google AdSense advertisements (anonymous, interest-based)
- Issue your progress certificate when milestones are reached
โ We NEVER sell your personal data to third parties. We NEVER use your data for non-educational purposes.
๐ Data Storage & Security
Your data is securely stored using Google Firebase (Firestore), one of the world's most trusted cloud platforms:
- All data is encrypted in transit (HTTPS/TLS) and at rest
- Firebase security rules ensure you can only access your own data
- Study progress is stored both locally (browser localStorage) and in the cloud (Firestore) for backup
- Passwords are managed entirely by Google Firebase Auth โ we never see your password
- Pro subscription records are stored securely and linked only to your user ID
๐ช Cookies & Local Storage
FMGE AI uses browser localStorage and cookies to save your preferences and progress:
- localStorage: Saves your MCQ progress, theme (dark/light), font size, bookmarks, and notes locally on your device
- Session cookies: Used by Firebase Auth to keep you logged in
- Analytics cookies: Google Analytics 4 to understand how students use the platform
- Advertising cookies: Google AdSense to show relevant medical education ads
You can clear localStorage at any time from browser settings. Note: clearing localStorage will reset your local study progress.
๐ Third-Party Services
FMGE AI uses the following trusted third-party services:
- Google Firebase: Authentication, database, hosting โ Firebase Privacy Policy
- Google Gemini AI: Powers the AI Doubt Solver โ Google Privacy Policy
- Google Analytics 4: Anonymous usage analytics
- Google AdSense: Contextual medical education advertisements
- Razorpay: Payment processing for Pro subscriptions โ Razorpay Privacy Policy
- ImprovMX: Email forwarding for support communications
- Vercel: Website hosting and CDN delivery
๐ค Your Rights
As a user of FMGE AI, you have the following rights over your data:
- Access: Request a copy of all data we hold about you
- Correction: Update your name or email via your profile settings
- Deletion: Delete your account and all associated data from the platform settings or by contacting us
- Portability: Export your notes and progress data
- Opt-out: Unsubscribe from notifications at any time via platform settings
To exercise any of these rights, contact: [email protected]
๐ถ Children's Privacy
FMGE AI is designed for medical graduates (typically 22+ years of age) preparing for the FMGE/NExT examination. We do not knowingly collect data from users under 13 years of age. If you believe a minor has created an account, please contact us immediately at [email protected].
โ๏ธ Contact for Privacy
- Email: [email protected]
- General support: