Privacy Policy

Effective Date: October 22, 2024

LightCode Solutions (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is the developer of the Water Eject: Speaker Cleaner app (the “App”). This Privacy Policy explains how your personal information is collected, used, and safeguarded while using our App. By downloading or interacting with the App, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1) Information We Collect and How It’s Used

To enhance the App’s functionality and performance, we may collect the following types of information:

• Stored Audio Data: The App enables users to test and clean speakers. Any audio files, including file names, file paths, metadata, and related details, are kept solely on your device. This information is not transmitted or shared with third-party systems.

•  App Interaction Insights: We gather anonymous data about how the App is used, such as feature engagement and frequency of use. This information is collected using tools like Firebase Analytics and cannot be used to personally identify users.

• Device-Specific Information: To ensure optimal performance and compatibility, we may collect details about your device, including its model, operating system version, and unique identifiers.

2) Data Storage and Protection

Your data remains securely stored on your device when using the App. We do not transmit, back up, or save this information to external servers. Any usage insights collected through services like Firebase, Google Analytics are processed in a fully anonymized manner, ensuring no personal details are linked to you.

To safeguard your information, we utilize industry-standard protection methods, including encryption and routine security evaluations. However, please be aware that no electronic system or internet-based data storage can ever guarantee absolute security.

3) Payment Terms

The App offers a range of in-app purchase options, such as ad removal and lifetime premium access. Pricing for these features may vary depending on your location and currency.

Payment Processing via Google Play

All payment transactions are handled securely through Google Play’s billing system. We do not collect or store any payment-related details. For information about how Google manages your payment data, please refer to their Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy.

4) Cookies

While the App itself does not utilize cookies, certain third-party tools integrated into the App, such as Google Admob or Firebase Analytics, may rely on cookies to gather anonymized data. These cookies help improve services, analyze usage patterns, and enhance user experiences.

You have control over cookie usage and can adjust your preferences through your browser or device settings.

5) Your Rights Under GDPR and Related Privacy Laws
If you reside in the European Economic Area (EEA), you are entitled to specific rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), designed to protect your personal data. These rights include:

• Access: You can request to review any personal information we hold about you.

• Correction: If any of your data is inaccurate or incomplete, you may request updates or corrections.

• Deletion: You have the right to ask us to erase your personal data under certain circumstances.

• Processing Limitations: You may request restrictions on how we process your personal data.

• Data Portability: You can request a copy of your personal data in a standard, machine-readable format.

• Objection: You have the right to object to certain types of data processing, including those related to personalized advertising.

Scope of the Privacy Policy

This document explains: 

• The types of data we collect from you.

• How this data may be used, shared, or transferred to others.

• The measures we implement to safeguard your data.

• Your rights regarding your personal data under laws such as GDPR, the Brazilian LGPD, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and similar U.S. state regulations.

This Privacy Policy applies to anyone who uses our App or Services (“you” or “your”).

6) Your Rights Under the CCPA

If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) grants you specific rights regarding your personal data. These rights include:

• Right to Be Informed: You have the right to know what categories of personal data we collect and the purposes for which that data is used.

• Right to Access: You can request details about the personal data we’ve collected over the last 12 months, including any disclosures to third parties for marketing purposes.

• Right to Opt-Out of Data Sales: You may instruct us not to sell your personal data to third parties by visiting our “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” page or section.

• Right to Transparency: Upon request, you can learn more about:

o The types of personal data we collect.

o The sources from which your data is obtained.

o The business purposes for collecting or selling your data.

o The categories of third parties we share your data with.

o The specific pieces of personal data we have about you.

• Right to Deletion: You can request that we delete the personal data we have collected about you within the last 12 months.

• Right to Non-Discrimination: Exercising your CCPA rights will not result in discrimination. We will not:

o Deny you goods or services.

o Charge different prices or impose penalties.

o Provide lower quality goods or services.

o Suggest any negative treatment for exercising your rights.

How to Exercise Your Rights
If you wish to exercise your CCPA rights, you can contact us via email or by visiting the “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” section of the App or website.

Email – tannerbrookstanner@gmail.com 

We will provide the requested information free of charge within 45 days of verifying your identity. If more time is needed, we may extend this period by an additional 45 days and will notify you accordingly.

7) Children's Privacy

The App is not designed for individuals under the age of 13. We do not intentionally gather personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and suspect that your child has shared personal data with us, please reach out to us promptly so that we can take steps to remove that information.

8) Data Retention and Deletion

All data associated with the App is stored directly on your device. Should you choose to uninstall the App, all locally stored data will be permanently removed from your device. Data collected by third-party services is governed by their respective data retention policies.

9) Permissions Requested

The App may ask for the following permissions:

• VIBRATE: Used to provide vibration feedback during cleaning modes or to alert the user when a cleaning cycle is complete. 

• BLUETOOTH_ADMIN: Allows the app to initiate Bluetooth device discovery and modify certain Bluetooth settings if the user chooses to connect external speakers or other audio devices. 

• BLUETOOTH_CONNECT: Lets the app connect to Bluetooth devices (like wireless earbuds or speakers) if users want to test or clean external audio hardware.

• BLUETOOTH_SCAN: Allows the app to search for nearby Bluetooth devices. This could be useful if users wish to locate and clean or test newly discovered speakers or headphones.

• BLUETOOTH: Grants general permission to perform Bluetooth operations (pairing, data transfer, etc.) necessary for comprehensive speaker testing or cleaning functionality on Bluetooth devices.

• MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS: Lets the app adjust global audio settings—such as volume level or equalizer settings—so it can accurately emit cleaning tones and frequencies.

• POST_NOTIFICATIONS: Allows the app to send notifications regarding cleaning progress, updates, or alerts

10) Comprehensive Information About How Your Personal Data Is Processed

Our Service Providers are granted access to your Personal Data solely to carry out specific functions on our behalf. They are strictly prohibited from disclosing or using this information for any other purposes.

Analytics Services

To better understand how our app is used, we may engage third-party analytics providers.

Google Analytics

Google Analytics, a service offered by Google, helps us track and analyze traffic and usage patterns within our app. The data collected is utilized by Google to monitor activity and may also be shared with other Google services. Additionally, this data could be used by Google to tailor and personalize advertisements within its advertising network.

You can opt out of certain features of Google Analytics by adjusting your mobile device’s advertising settings or by following the steps outlined in Google’s Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy.

To learn more about how Google handles your data, please visit their Privacy & Terms page: Google Privacy & Terms.

Advertising

We may partner with Service Providers to display advertisements that help us sustain and operate our Service effectively.

Google AdSense and DoubleClick Cookies

Google, as an independent third-party vendor, utilizes cookies to deliver advertisements on our platform. The DoubleClick cookie allows Google and its advertising partners to serve tailored ads to users based on their interactions with our Service and other websites across the web.

You can opt out of interest-based advertising involving the DoubleClick Cookie by adjusting your preferences on the Google Ads Settings page: Google Ads Preferences.

AdMob by Google

AdMob, a service provided by Google Inc., is another advertising platform we may use. To opt out of AdMob services, you can follow the instructions provided by Google here: AdMob Opt-Out Guide.

For further details about how Google processes and utilizes the collected data, you can visit their guide on data usage: How Google Uses Data or review their Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy.

Facebook (Meta) Advertising

We also use Facebook’s remarketing solutions to reach you on their platform. To better understand Facebook’s interest-based advertising practices, visit this page: Facebook Ads Info.

If you prefer not to receive personalized ads on Facebook, you can manage your preferences by following these instructions: Facebook Opt-Out.

Facebook adheres to the principles set forth by the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) for online behavioral advertising. You can opt out of personalized ads through the DAA in the USA (DAA Choices), in Canada (Your Ad Choices), or through the European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (Your Online Choices). Adjustments can also be made in your mobile device settings.

For additional details about Facebook’s data policies, visit their official Data Policy page: Facebook Privacy Policy.

11) Adherence to Legal Requirements

Your personal information may be disclosed if mandated by law or in response to valid requests from governmental bodies, such as courts or law enforcement agencies. In such cases, we may be obligated to share your data with the appropriate authorities.

We take every precaution to ensure this is done only when absolutely necessary and strictly in accordance with applicable legal requirements, safeguarding your privacy and upholding your rights.

12) Modifications to This Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy may be revised periodically. We encourage you to check this page regularly to stay informed about any updates. All changes will take effect as soon as they are published here.

13) How to Reach Us

If you have any inquiries or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, feel free to contact us:

Developer Name: LightCode Solutions
Email Address: tannerbrookstanner@gmail.com