Last Updated: February 14, 2026
Introduction
Welcome to Bengal Heroes, a free, offline-first educational mobile application crafted by Bengal Bytes to honor and preserve the legacy of Bengal's greatest historical figures — freedom fighters, intellectuals, poets, rulers, and leaders.
This application is offered solely for educational purposes and operates without advertisements, subscriptions, or in-app purchases. By using Bengal Heroes, you accept the practices described in this Privacy Policy and agree to comply with the Terms of Service outlined herein.
Core Principles
• No Personal Data Required — No email, name, phone, or account creation needed
• No Permissions Required — App requests no special device permissions
• Offline-First Design — All core features work completely offline
• No Advertising — Zero ads, tracking, or commercial data collection
• Free Forever — No in-app purchases, subscriptions, or paid features
• No Data Selling — Your usage data is never sold or shared
Privacy Policy
No Personal Information Required
Bengal Heroes requires ZERO personal information to download, install, or use. No email address, name, phone number, location, or account credentials are ever requested or collected.
The app collects only minimal technical data required for core functionality. The vast majority of your data never leaves your device.
What Data Is Stored Locally on Your Device
- App Preferences — Language selection (English/Bengali), theme preference, font size
- Saved Favorites — Your bookmarked heroes (stored in device's encrypted storage)
- Search History — Local search queries (never transmitted)
- Cached Content — Downloaded images and biographical data for offline access
What Optional Data May Be Collected
Bengal Heroes may collect anonymized, non-personal technical information to improve performance and stability:
- Anonymous Crash Reports — App errors (no personal identifiers attached)
- Performance Metrics — Feature usage frequencies, app response times
- Device Compatibility — Device model, OS version, screen size (for optimization)
None of this data is linked to your identity, stored on remote servers for extended periods, or used for marketing. We use this information exclusively to maintain stability, fix bugs, and improve performance.
App Permissions: What We Request (and What We Don't)
- ✓ INTERNET (Optional) — Used only for optional features in future updates
- ✗ NO location access
- ✗ NO contacts or calendar access
- ✗ NO camera or microphone
- ✗ NO SMS or call logs
- ✗ NO account credentials or sign-in
Log Data & Third-Party Services
Bengal Heroes uses minimal third-party integrations, all from trusted providers:
| Service |
Purpose |
Data Collected |
Privacy Policy |
| Google Play Services |
Optional crash reporting & app distribution |
Device model, OS, anonymized error logs |
View |
| Flutter & Dart Runtime |
App framework (no external data collection) |
None sent to external servers |
View |
| SharedPreferences |
Local device storage (encrypted by Android/iOS) |
Only your app preferences & favorites (local) |
N/A — Device-level encryption |
Important: We do not integrate Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, or any social media SDKs. We do not track users across apps or the web.
Data Retention & Your Rights
Most data never leaves your device. Favorites, preferences, and cached content are stored locally in encrypted storage managed by your operating system.
On Your Device
Uninstalling the app automatically removes all local data including favorites, preferences, search history, and cached content. You can also clear app data manually through your device settings.
Data We Store on Our Servers
Bengal Bytes stores minimal data on secure servers, limited to:
- Support Communications — If you email us, we retain your message for 60 days after resolution, then auto-delete
- Anonymized Analytics — Aggregate feature usage (not linked to individuals), retained for 90 days
- Error Logs — Crash reports (anonymized), retained for 30 days for debugging
Your Data Rights (GDPR/CCPA Compliance)
- Right to Access: Request what data we have on you
- Right to Deletion: Request removal of any data you've provided
- Right to Portability: Request your data in standard format
- Right to Opt-Out: Disable crash reporting any time in app settings
Submit requests via email to support@bengalbytes.com with subject "Data Request". We respond within 30 days.
Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)
Bengal Heroes is specifically designed to be safe for all ages, including children under 13. The app is an ideal learning tool for students in schools and home education.
Child Safety Commitments:
• No personal information collection from anyone, including minors
• No account, login, or email required
• No external web browsing or links to inappropriate content
• No collection of children's data for behavioral tracking
• Historical content reviewed for educational appropriateness
• Compliant with Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware of personal data from children, we will delete it immediately (within 24 hours).
For Parents/Guardians: Bengal Heroes contains no ads, no in-app purchases, and no external tracking. It is completely safe for children to use independently or under supervision.
Terms of Service
By downloading, installing, or using Bengal Heroes, you agree to these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, you must uninstall the app.
Age of Consent & Eligibility
Bengal Heroes is intended for all ages, including users under 13. Parents/guardians of children under 13 are encouraged to review this privacy policy. No age verification is required.
License & Intellectual Property
The app's design, user interface, source code, and compiling of historical content are copyright © 2026 Bengal Bytes. All rights reserved.
What You Can Do
- Use the app for personal, educational, and non-commercial purposes
- Share screenshots and historical information for educational projects
- Recommend the app to friends, family, and schools
- Use historical facts (public domain) in research and presentations
What You Cannot Do
- Reverse-engineer, decompile, or modify the app's code
- Copy or redistribute the entire app
- Remove copyright or proprietary notices
- Use content commercially without permission
- Claim authorship of historical content or translations
Content Accuracy & Sources
Bengal Heroes uses historical information compiled from academic sources, historical records, and scholarly research. However:
- Historical records may have incomplete or conflicting information
- Some biographical details may be estimates based on historical sources
- We are not responsible for inaccuracies in source materials
- We welcome corrections and verification requests
Acceptable Use Policy
You agree to use Bengal Heroes solely for lawful, educational purposes. You will not:
- Attempt to hack, crack, or bypass security features
- Use the app for illegal activities or intentions
- Disrupt or interfere with servers or app functionality
- Transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code
- Harass others or post hateful content (if community features exist)
- Exploit bugs or vulnerabilities
Violation may result in immediate termination of your access.
Warranty Disclaimer
THE APP IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. Bengal Bytes makes no warranties regarding accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or fitness for a particular purpose. Use at your own risk.
Limitation of Liability
To the extent permitted by law, Bengal Bytes is not liable for:
- Any loss of data, app crashes, or service interruptions
- Indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
- Cost of replacement services or products
- Third-party claims arising from your use
- Device damage or data loss (you are responsible for backups)
Your sole remedy is to uninstall the app.
Connectivity & Data Charges
Bengal Heroes works offline for core functionality. Optional internet features require connectivity. You are responsible for any data charges from your service provider. We do not reimburse data costs.
Governing Law & Jurisdiction
These terms are governed by the laws of India. Any legal action shall be brought exclusively in courts in India.
Changes to These Terms & Privacy Policy
We may update these policies occasionally to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or app features. Your continued use after updates constitutes acceptance.
Significant changes will be notified via:
- In-app notifications for major policy updates
- Updates to this page
- Version notes in app changelogs