CA Notary Prep

CA Notary Public Exam Preparation

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Support & Technical Assistance

Thank you for using CA Notary Prep. We are dedicated to providing a reliable, offline-first exam preparation experience for candidates working toward the California Notary Public commission administered by the California Secretary of State.

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If you have any questions, encounter technical issues, or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us via:
📧 Email: 710354687@qq.com
We aim to respond within 2 business days.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I use the App?

Select one of the five study categories (Duties & Powers, Documents & Acknowledgments, Fees & Charges, Jurisdiction & Term, or Penalties & Violations) from the Study tab. Practice questions, mark favorites, and review wrong answers with flash cards in the Review tab. Take timed mock exams from the Exam tab. The Statute Reference cheat sheet (10 themed legal quick-reference tables) is available in the Profile tab.

Does the App require an internet connection?

No. The app is fully offline. All question banks, mock exams, statute reference tables, and study materials are bundled with the app. No Wi-Fi or cellular connection is required at any time.

Is my data stored?

All practice records, wrong-answer logs, favorites, and exam history are stored locally on your device using Apple's secure sandbox, encrypted with CryptoKit before being written to UserDefaults. No cloud upload, no account registration, and no analytics are involved.

How do I restore my purchase?

CA Notary Prep is a one-time paid download on the Apple App Store (买断制). On a new device signed in with the same Apple ID, simply download the app from your purchased apps list. There is no in-app purchase, no subscription, no auto-renewal, and no Restore Purchases button needed. All features are unlocked with the single purchase.

How do I reset my progress?

Go to Profile → Settings → Reset All Progress. This permanently clears all answered questions, wrong answers, favorites, and exam history. This action cannot be undone.

What is the Statute Reference section?

The Statute Reference section is a cheat sheet containing 10 themed legal quick-reference tables based on California Government Code §8200 et seq. Examples include Acknowledgments vs Jurats, ID Requirements, and Fees Schedule. It is designed for quick lookup while studying and is not a substitute for the official statutes.


Privacy Policy

Applies to: CA Notary Prep iOS application.
Core Commitment: We highly respect your privacy. This app does not collect, store, or share any data that can personally identify you. All learning data stays exclusively on your device.

Last Updated: July 28, 2026

1. What Data We Collect

Short answer: We do not collect your personally identifiable information (PII).
The app runs entirely offline and requires no internet connection. Therefore:

2. How Data is Stored

All data generated within the app (practice records, error logs, favorites, mock exam scores) is stored locally on your device:

3. Does Data Get Transmitted to Servers?

Our service has no servers. All question practice, scoring, and progress tracking logic runs locally on your device:

Note: If you enable iCloud backup on your device, your local app data may be backed up to your iCloud account. This is governed by Apple's official Privacy Policy.

4. Third-Party Services

CA Notary Prep uses only Apple-native frameworks. There are no third-party SDKs integrated:

Apple's App Store handles the purchase transaction. We never see, store, or process any payment information. Apple's Privacy Policy governs any data processed by Apple during the transaction.

5. Device Permissions

This app adheres to a "minimalist tool" principle and does not require any sensitive permissions:

The app does not capture photos, audio, or video from the user. All content is delivered as bundled text and reference materials processed entirely on-device.

6. Children's Privacy

This app is primarily designed for adults preparing for the California Notary Public exam (a state-administered professional commissioning requirement). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. In fact, we do not collect personally identifiable information from any users, regardless of age.

7. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to comply with the latest Apple App Store review guidelines:

8. GDPR Compliance (EU Users)

If you are located in the European Union, under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you enjoy the following rights:

9. CCPA Compliance (California Users)

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

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If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy policy, please contact the developer:
📧 Email: 710354687@qq.com


Terms of Service

Last Updated: July 28, 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, or using CA Notary Prep (hereinafter referred to as "the App"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, please delete the App from your device.

2. Application License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the App on iOS devices that you own or control, solely for personal, non-commercial study purposes.

3. User Accounts

4. Application Features

Study Features:

All features are unlocked with a single App Store purchase. There are no tiers, no subscriptions, and no in-app purchases.

5. Purchases & Payments

5.1 Purchase Model
The App is a one-time paid download on the Apple App Store (买断制). There are no subscription cycles, no auto-renewal, no hidden fees, and no in-app purchases. Once you download the App, you have permanent access to all features on the current device.

5.2 Transaction Processing
All payments are processed securely by Apple through the App Store. We do not see, store, or transmit any of your payment information. Apple's own Terms of Service and Privacy Policy govern the purchase transaction.

6. Intellectual Property

All intellectual property rights in and to the App and its content (including but not limited to question bank data, interface design, textual explanations, icons, statute reference tables, and layout) are owned by us. You may not copy, modify, distribute, or create derivative works without our prior written consent.

7. User Responsibilities

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of the App (including but not limited to exam failures, loss of study time, or data loss). The App is provided "as is" without any express or implied warranties.

9. Third-Party Links

The App may reference official institutions (such as the California Secretary of State) and external websites for informational purposes only. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of these third-party websites.

10. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. In the event of material changes, we will notify you via App Store page updates. Your continued use of the App constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

11. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate your access to the App under the following circumstances:

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Disclaimer

Important: Non-Official Status

CA Notary Prep is an independent, unofficial study aid. It is NOT affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or associated with the California Secretary of State or any government agency.

The California Notary Public exam is administered solely by the California Secretary of State under California Government Code §8200 et seq. For official, authoritative information about the exam, schedules, registration, and commission requirements, please visit the official website: sos.ca.gov.

1. Independent Study Aid

This App is an independent study aid designed to help candidates prepare for the California Notary Public exam. It is not a substitute for official exam preparation courses, the official Notary Public Handbook, or guidance from the California Secretary of State.

2. Accuracy of Content

All practice questions and statute reference tables are based on publicly available California notary law materials, including California Government Code §8200 et seq. and the official Notary Public Handbook published by the California Secretary of State. We make every effort to ensure accuracy, but we do not guarantee that:

Actual exam questions, format, and requirements are determined solely by the California Secretary of State and may change without notice.

3. No Guarantee of Exam Success

Use of this App does not guarantee that you will pass the California Notary Public exam. Your exam result depends on many factors, including your overall knowledge of notary law, exam-day performance, and preparation outside this App. The App does not constitute any official commission, qualification guarantee, or employment commitment.

4. No Affiliation with Official Institutions

The App and its developer have no relationship with:

All trademarks, service marks, and trade names referenced in the App are the property of their respective owners. Reference to these institutions is for informational purposes only.

5. "As Is" Provision

The App is provided "as is" and "as available" without any express or implied warranties, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. We do not warrant that the App will be error-free, uninterrupted, or that defects will be corrected.

6. Statute Reference Is for Quick Reference Only

The Statute Reference cheat sheet (10 themed legal quick-reference tables, including Acknowledgments vs Jurats, ID Requirements, and Fees Schedule) is provided for quick lookup while studying. It summarizes portions of California Government Code §8200 et seq. for study convenience and does not reproduce the full text of the statute. Table entries may be condensed, simplified, or reorganized for readability and may not reflect every exception, cross-reference, or recent amendment.

7. No Legal Advice

Nothing in the App, including the Statute Reference tables, practice questions, and explanations, constitutes legal advice. The content must not be relied upon as the sole source of legal authority when performing notarial acts or determining legal obligations. Always consult the full, current text of California Government Code §8200 et seq., the official Notary Public Handbook published by the California Secretary of State, and qualified legal counsel for authoritative guidance.

8. External Resources

Any reference to external websites, books, or organizations (including the California Secretary of State at sos.ca.gov) is provided for the user's convenience. We do not control and are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or availability of these external resources.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, neither the developer nor any associated party shall be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or exemplary damages arising from the use of or inability to use the App, including but not limited to exam failure, loss of licensing fees, loss of commission opportunities, loss of study time, or data loss.

10. Acceptance

By using this App, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this disclaimer. If you do not agree with any part of this disclaimer, please delete the App from your device.

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If you have any questions about this disclaimer, please contact the developer:
📧 Email: 710354687@qq.com