Privacy Policy for Sanchalan App

Effective Date: May 20, 2025
Last Updated: May 20, 2025

1. Introduction

Sanchalan ("we", "our", or "us") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our mobile application ("App").

2. Information We Collect

We do not collect personal information unless explicitly provided by you. However, our app requests the following permissions for essential features:

2.1. Device Permissions Used

• Camera: Used to capture images for in-app use (e.g., profile, documentation, or reporting).

• Storage (READ/WRITE External): Required to save or upload files and images locally.

• Manage External Storage: Required for accessing shared directories in Android 11+.

• Location: Used to detect your location for location-based features (e.g., mapping, route tracking).

• Media Access: Required for reading media files if you upload or select media from your device.

• Internet and Network State: Required for connectivity and syncing data with remote servers.

• Install Packages: Enables update or APK installation from within the app (only if authorized).

• Read Google Services Framework: Used internally by Google APIs (like maps or analytics, if integrated).

3. How We Use Your Data

We may use the data for:
- Functionality such as image capture, uploads, or viewing
- Enabling map or location-based features
- Improving the app based on analytics or feedback
- Supporting user interaction with downloaded content

We do not sell or share your data with third parties for advertising.

4. Data Security

We are committed to safeguarding your data. All sensitive information is encrypted and stored securely. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

5. Data Retention

We retain data only for as long as necessary for the app’s functionality or as required by law.

6. Children’s Privacy

This app is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

7. Third-Party Access

Our app may use third-party libraries (such as for image cropping or file handling), but these do not access or share your personal data without your consent.

8. User Rights

You have the right to:
- Request what data we hold about you
- Request data deletion
- Withdraw app permissions at any time from your device settings

9. Changes to this Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. All updates will be reflected on this page with a new "Last Updated" date.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:
📧 [tech@qtloads.com]

Last Edited: 20-05-2025