**Privacy Policy for Tvmate: Simple Cast**
Tvmate: Simple Cast ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application (the "App"). Please read this policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms, do not use the App.
**1. Information We Collect**
We collect minimal information necessary to provide the core functionality of casting content to your TV and using your device as a remote control. Specifically:
- **Device Information**: We may collect your device's model, operating system version, and unique device identifiers (e.g., Android ID) to ensure compatibility and improve performance.
- **Network Information**: To discover and connect to your TV, the App requires access to your Wi-Fi network. We may collect information about available networks and your connection status. This data is used only for the casting and remote control features and is not stored on our servers.
- **Usage Data**: We may collect anonymous, aggregated data about how you interact with the App (e.g., feature usage, crash reports) to improve the user experience. This data does not identify you personally.
**2. How We Use Your Information**
We use the collected information solely for:
- Providing and maintaining the App's core features: casting media to your TV and enabling remote control functionality.
- Troubleshooting technical issues and improving the App's performance and reliability.
- Sending you non-promotional communications only if you contact us via the support email.
**3. Sharing Your Information**
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share anonymized, aggregated data with analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics for Firebase) to understand usage patterns. These third parties are contractually obligated to keep your data confidential and use it only for the purposes we specify.
**4. Third-Party Services**
The App may use third-party services that collect information for their own purposes. These include:
- **Google Play Services**: For app distribution, crash reporting, and analytics. Google's privacy policy applies.
- **Android OS Permissions**: The App may request permissions such as ACCESS_WIFI_STATE, CHANGE_WIFI_MULTICAST_STATE, and INTERNET. These are used only for local network discovery and casting. No personal data is transmitted to external servers.
**5. Data Retention**
We retain your information only as long as necessary to provide the App's functionality. Device and network information is processed locally on your device and is not stored on our servers. Anonymous usage data may be retained for up to 12 months for analytical purposes.
**6. Data Security**
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.
**7. Your Rights**
You have the right to:
- Access, update, or delete any personal data we hold about you by contacting us at hello@appevo.us.
- Opt out of anonymous analytics collection by disabling analytics in your device settings (if available) or by uninstalling the App.
- Withdraw any permissions granted to the App at any time through your device settings. Note that this may affect the App's functionality.
**8. Children's Privacy**
Our App is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal data, we will delete it immediately.
**9. Changes to This Privacy Policy**
We may update this policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy within the App or on our website. Your continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance.
**10. Contact Us**
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
hello@appevo.us
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