Wi-Fi Scan - Show Wi-Fi App

Wi-Fi Scan - Show Wi-Fi App Privacy Policy

Last updated: August 02, 2024.

Your privacy is important to us. We have created this privacy policy to demonstrate our commitment to privacy and security. The following sections provide more details about how we collect, use and protect user data.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

> We may request certain personal information from you, such as your name and contact details, to provide a better experience while using our app.

> This information is retained by us and used as described in this Privacy Policy.

Log Data

> When you use our app, in the case of an error, we may collect Log Data through third-party services. This data may include your device's IP address, device name, operating system version, app configuration, usage time and date, and other statistics.

> Our app does not directly use cookies. However, third-party code and libraries integrated into the app may use cookies to collect information and improve their services. You can control whether to accept these cookies or not but refusing them may impact the functionality of certain features.

Use of Third-Party Services

Wi-Fi Scan - Show Wi-Fi App utilizes the following third-party services, which may collect information for their own purposes. We encourage you to review their respective privacy policies:

Google Play Services: Used for basic app functionality and security. Google's privacy policy applies.

AdMob: Used to serve targeted ads within the app. AdMob collects device/usage data for ad personalization and metrics.

Google Analytics for Firebase: Collects usage analytics to understand app functionality and performance. No personal details are tracked.
Firebase Crashlytics: Helps fix app crashes and bugs by collecting diagnostics from crash reports.
Meta Audience Network: Meta may collect data for ads personalization and metrics to personalized ads for users' interest and measure ads performance.

Data Usage

We will never sell your personal information to third parties. Your data is only processed to:

Facilitate core app features like Wi-Fi discovery, map search etc.
Analyze app usage patterns to enhance the user experience over time.
Troubleshoot and fix any bugs or issues proactively.
Communicate important updates regarding app functionality, policies or maintenance.

Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We only share data with trusted third parties that help us provide the app. They are contractually bound to keep user data safe and not use it for other purposes.

Security & Retention

We use standard encryption protocols to secure your data during transmission. However, no security is 100% foolproof. We retain your data only as long as needed to operate the app as per our policies.

Your data access rights

You have the right to access, update or request deletion of your personal data from our records at any time. You can contact us, and we'll respond within 30 days.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will promptly delete it from our servers.

Permissions used by the Wi-Fi Scan - Show Wi-Fi App:

1) CAMERA: We request camera permissions to scan QR codes or barcodes of nearby Wi-Fi hotspots using your device camera, to automatically detect network details. All images are captured and processed locally on your device only for this purpose.

2) ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION and ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION: These permissions allow us to get your precise or approximate location to detect Wi-Fi hotspots nearby in real-time. Location data is neither stored nor shared with any third party. It is only used to find relevant networks around your current area.

3) CHANGE_WIFI_STATE: This allows the app to programmatically connect you to open/known networks listed in the app without needing to go through Android settings each time. It helps provide a seamless on boarding experience.

4) POST_NOTIFICATIONS: We may use notifications to alert you about Wi-Fi connection issues, new hotspot additions or important updates regarding app services/features. Notifications never include any private/sensitive user data.

5) INTERNET: Grants access to the internet, essential for network operations and fetching data. This permission allows the app to connect to the internet to download network lists, updates and installs.

6) ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE: Allows access to information about networks. This permission is needed to detect nearby Wi-Fi networks and their signal strengths for connectivity troubleshooting.

7) NEARBY_WIFI_DEVICES: (If applicable) Grants access to nearby Wi-Fi devices. This permission allows the app to detect Wi-Fi devices within range to automate configuration and connection where possible.

8) ACCESS_WIFI_STATE: Allows applications to access information about Wi-Fi networks. This provides the app insights into active/known network connections for optimum Wi-Fi management.

9) SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM: Allows the app to schedule exact alarms, useful for timing-based features. Precise alarms can ensure automated operations like periodic network scans run smoothly.

10) USE_FULL_SCREEN_INTENT: Allows the app to use full-screen intents. This improves the app launching and connectivity experience through immersive full-screen workflows.

11) WAKE_LOCK: Prevents the phone from sleeping, useful for background operations. Background tasks like notifications and auto-connections require the device to stay awake.

We ensure all permissions are used restrictively with your privacy and security in mind. You can customize or restrict permissions from your device settings as per your needs. Please let us know if you have any other questions!

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We encourage you to review this page periodically for any changes. Any updates will be posted on this page, and the effective date will be indicated.

If you have any other privacy concerns or questions, please feel free to reach out to our support team at email: tannerbrookstanner@gmail.com

We are committed to being transparent about how we handle user information and welcome any feedback to improve continuously.

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