Privacy Policy for CalcMate

Last Updated: December 30, 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to CalcMate ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application CalcMate (the "App"). Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the App.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

CalcMate is designed to work offline and does not require user registration or personal information. All calculations and data you enter remain on your device and are not transmitted to our servers.

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use CalcMate, certain information may be automatically collected by third-party services:

• Device Information: Device type, operating system version, unique device identifiers
• App Usage Data: Features used, app crashes, app performance metrics
• Advertising Data: Ad interactions, ad impressions (collected by AdMob)

3. Third-Party Services

CalcMate integrates the following third-party services that may collect information:

3.1 Google AdMob

We use Google AdMob to display advertisements. AdMob may collect and use:

• Device advertising ID
• IP address
• App usage information
• Ad interaction data

For more information about how Google uses data, please review Google's Privacy Policy and AdMob & Privacy.

3.2 Firebase Analytics

We use Firebase Analytics to understand how users interact with CalcMate. This service collects:

• App usage statistics
• Device information
• General location (country/region)

Learn more about Firebase: Firebase Privacy

3.3 Firebase Crashlytics

We use Firebase Crashlytics to identify and fix app crashes. This service collects:

• Crash logs
• Device state at time of crash
• Stack traces

4. How We Use Information

The automatically collected information is used to:

• Improve app functionality and user experience
• Identify and fix bugs and crashes
• Analyze app usage patterns
• Display relevant advertisements
• Monitor app performance

5. Data Storage and Security

All calculation data and history you create in CalcMate is stored locally on your device only. We do not have access to this information. Data collected by third-party services (AdMob, Firebase) is governed by their respective privacy policies.

6. Children's Privacy

CalcMate is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided personal information, please contact us.

7. Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request information about data collected
• Deletion: Request deletion of your data (uninstall the app for local data)
• Opt-Out: Adjust ad personalization in your device settings

7.1 Opting Out of Personalized Ads

Android:

• Go to Settings → Google → Ads
• Enable "Opt out of Ads Personalization"

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

9. Data Retention

Local data (calculations, history) is retained on your device until you clear app data or uninstall the app. Data collected by third-party services is retained according to their respective policies.

10. International Users

CalcMate is operated from India. If you are accessing the App from outside India, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in countries where our third-party service providers operate.

11. Contact Us

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