Effective Date: March 18, 2025
Last Updated: March 18, 2025
Welcome to arthaTRACK! Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data when using our app. By using arthaTRACK, you consent to the practices described here.
As a data controller, arthaTRACK may collect the following personal information:
Personal Details: Name, email address, and business details when you or your employer create an account.
Device & Usage Data: Information about your device (operating system, IP address, device ID) and how you use the app.
App Usage & Activity Tracking: arthaTRACK monitors application usage to provide activity reports. This includes information about which apps are being used on your device during work hours, when enabled by your employer.
Location Data: We collect GPS-based location tracking during your work hours only with your explicit permission to verify your work location.
Camera Data: We may collect images through your device camera for features such as clock-in verification, only with your explicit permission.
Storage Access: We request access to your device storage to save and retrieve necessary app data, images, and reports.
Third-Party Data: We collect data through services like:
Google Maps API for location-based features
Firebase Messaging for notifications
Android Usage Stats API for app usage statistics
We collect your data based on:
User Consent: You agree to our data collection by accepting our Terms & Conditions and granting specific permissions.
Service Necessity: Certain data is required for arthaTRACK to function properly.
Legitimate Interests: We may process data to improve our services, prevent fraud, and ensure security.
Contractual Obligations: When your employer has contracted with us to provide employee monitoring services.
arthaTRACK uses collected data to:
Provide employee time tracking and productivity monitoring services
Improve and personalize the app experience
Monitor and analyze usage patterns
Provide customer support
Generate reports for employers
Verify work location and attendance
Comply with legal obligations
Location tracking and camera access are only activated with explicit user and employer permission
Users can disable tracking features in the app settings when not required by employer policies
Data collection is limited to work hours as defined in the app settings
We do not sell your data. However, we may share your data in the following cases:
With Your Employer: If your employer requires usage tracking, location logs as part of their monitoring program.
With Service Providers: Third-party services that help us operate our app, including:
Firebase for app messaging and notifications
Google Maps for location features
Legal & Compliance Reasons: If required by law or to enforce our policies.
In Business Transfers: If arthaTRACK is acquired or merged, your data may be transferred as part of the business assets.
We store your data securely using encrypted servers and industry-standard security measures. Data retention policies:
User data is stored as long as your account is active
Data is permanently deleted when your account or organization is deleted
Withdraw Consent: You can revoke consent anytime via app settings or by contacting support.
Access Your Data: Request a copy of your personal data by contacting our support team.
Correct or Delete Data: Modify incorrect details or request data deletion through the app or by contacting support.
Restrict Processing: Limit data processing if you object to its use.
Data Portability: Request your data in a structured, commonly used format.
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve app performance, remember user preferences, and analyze usage patterns. Third-party tracking tools may be used to enhance app functionality and ensure service stability.
You can control cookie settings through your device settings, although this may limit some app functionality.
arthaTRACK follows Google Play's Developer Policy, including:
Obtaining clear, explicit user consent before collecting sensitive data
Providing easy data deletion requests
Full transparency on tracking and permissions
Limiting data collection to what is necessary for the app's core functionality
Clearly communicating when tracking features are active
We specifically justify our use of high-risk permissions as follows:
Location permissions: Used only during working hours for employee attendance tracking and worksite presence reporting
Camera permissions: Used for employee verification and profile images
Storage permissions: Used to store necessary app data when required
Package usage stats: Used to monitor productivity during work hours only when enabled by employers
arthaTRACK is designed for business use and is not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If we discover such data has been collected, we will delete it immediately.
We update this Privacy Policy regularly to reflect changes in our practices and services. Any changes will be communicated in the app and on our website with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the app after changes means you accept the updates.
For any questions or concerns, contact us at:
Email: INFO@ARTHAVEDH.COM
Website: https://arthavedh.com
Thank you for trusting arthaTRACK!