Last Updated: August 19, 2026

Privacy Policy

Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how "Bank GPS Map Field Inspection" App ("we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, and discloses your information when you use our mobile application (the "App"). By downloading, installing, or using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

1. Location Information

Collection: We collect precise GPS location data (latitude and longitude) when:

• The app is open and running in the foreground

• You have granted location permissions

• You have provided explicit consent through the location consent dialog

Purpose:

• To tag photos with location coordinates

• To generate route maps between your current location and saved office locations

• To display your current address and coordinates on the camera preview

• To fetch map thumbnails of your current location

Storage: Location data is:

• Stored locally on your device only

• Embedded in photo metadata if you choose that option

• Never uploaded to our servers

• Used temporarily to generate route maps via LocationIQ API

2. Camera and Photos

Collection:

• Real-time camera feed for preview

• Photos captured through the app

• Annotated images with location overlays

Purpose:

• To take photos with location information

• To create route maps with visual directions

• To save photos to your device's gallery

Storage:

• Photos are saved locally to your device's DCIM/GPSBank folder

• We do not upload or store your photos on any external servers

• You retain full ownership of all photos taken with the app

3. Device Information

Collection:

• Camera orientation and rotation data

• Device model and Android version

• Screen orientation and display metrics

• Advertising ID (for ad personalization purposes)

Purpose:

• To properly orient photos and UI elements

• To ensure app compatibility with your device

• For advertising purposes (see Advertising section below)

4. Office Location Data

Collection:

• User-entered office locations (coordinates or addresses)

• Location type preferences (Office/Bank/Home)

Purpose:

• To save frequently used locations for route generation

• To personalize route map labels

Storage:

• Stored locally using encrypted SharedPreferences

• Not transmitted to any external servers except for route generation

5. Advertising Data

Collection: We use Google AdMob to serve advertisements within the App. AdMob may collect:

• Device Information: Model, manufacturer, Android version, screen size, and resolution

• Advertising ID: Google Advertising ID (AAID) for ad personalization and frequency capping

• IP Address: For geo-targeting and fraud prevention

• Interaction Data: Ad impressions, clicks, and engagement metrics

• App Usage: Time spent in app, actions taken (photo captures, route map generations)

Purpose:

• To display relevant and non-intrusive advertisements

• To support the free use of the App

• To analyze ad performance and improve ad experiences

• To prevent ad fraud and ensure proper ad delivery

How AdMob Uses Your Data:

Google AdMob is a third-party advertising service provided by Google LLC. AdMob uses the collected data according to Google's Privacy Policy:

• Personalized Ads: With your consent, Google may use your interests and device information to show tailored ads

• Non-Personalized Ads: If you opt out or are in a region requiring consent, only non-personalized ads (based on contextual information) are shown

• Limited Ad Targeting: For users under the age of consent or in certain regions, Google restricts ad targeting

Frequency Capping: The App shows ads at specific intervals:

• After every 5 skips of route map generation

• After every 3 route map generations

• This ensures ads are not intrusive and do not interrupt user experience unnecessarily

Google AdMob Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Google's Advertising ID Policy: https://support.google.com/googleplay/android-developer/answer/6048248

Google's EU User Consent Policy: https://www.google.com/about/company/user-consent-policy-help/

How We Use Third-Party Services

LocationIQ API

We use LocationIQ services for:

• Geocoding addresses to coordinates

• Generating static map images

• Calculating driving routes and distances

• Fetching route polylines

Data Shared with LocationIQ:

• Location coordinates (latitude/longitude)

• Address queries for geocoding

• Route waypoints (start and destination)

LocationIQ's Privacy Policy: https://locationiq.com/legal/privacy-policy

Google AdMob

Data Shared with AdMob:

• Advertising ID (AAID)

• Device information

• IP address

• App interaction data

• Ad interaction data

Google's Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Google AdMob Help Center: https://support.google.com/admob

Data Storage and Security

Local Storage

All data is stored locally on your device:

• Secure Preferences: Location consent, office locations, and privacy acceptance are stored in EncryptedSharedPreferences (AES-256 encryption)

• Photos: Saved to device gallery using MediaStore API

• Map Thumbnails: Temporary cache only, not permanently stored

Data Security Measures

• Encrypted storage for sensitive preferences

• Location permissions limited to foreground only

• API keys stored securely in BuildConfig

• No persistent storage of location data beyond what you explicitly save

• AdMob data transmission uses industry-standard encryption (HTTPS/TLS)

Your Rights and Choices

Location Consent

• You can withdraw location consent at any time by toggling app permissions in device settings

• You can choose whether to embed location in photo metadata

• Location is never collected when the app is in the background

Advertising Choices

• Opt-Out of Personalized Ads: You can reset or limit ad tracking in your device settings:

  • Android: Settings → Privacy → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization

  • Or reset your Advertising ID at any time

• Google's Ad Settings: Manage your ad preferences at https://adssettings.google.com

• Children's Online Privacy: We do not knowingly show personalized ads to children under 13

• EU/EEA Users: The App complies with GDPR requirements for ad consent

Photo Management

• All photos are stored in your device's gallery

• You can delete any photo at any time

• Uninstalling the app removes all app-specific data

Data Deletion

To delete all app data:

1. Uninstall the application

2. Manually delete photos from DCIM/GPSBank folder (optional)

3. Clear app data from device settings

Permissions Explained

The app requires the following permissions:

Required Permissions

Permission

Purpose

Camera

To take photos and show camera preview

Fine Location (ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION)

For precise GPS coordinates used in photo tagging and route maps

Coarse Location (ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION)

For approximate location when GPS is unavailable

Internet (INTERNET)

For map generation and ad serving

Network State (ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE)

To check internet connectivity for ads and map services

Storage Permissions (Android 9 and below)

• WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE: To save photos to device gallery

• READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE: To access gallery for viewing photos

Android 13+ Media Permissions

• READ_MEDIA_IMAGES: To access photos from device gallery

Children's Privacy

Our App is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

COPPA Compliance: We comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and do not:

• Collect personal information from children under 13

• Use ad targeting for children under 13

• Store any persistent identifiers for children under 13

Regional Privacy Disclosures

California Residents (CCPA)

California residents have the right to:

• Know what personal information we collect

• Request deletion of their personal information

• Opt-out of the sale of their personal information (we do not sell data)

• Not be discriminated against for exercising their rights

European Economic Area Residents (GDPR)

EEA residents have the right to:

• Access their personal data

• Rectify inaccurate data

• Request data erasure

• Restrict or object to processing

• Data portability

• Withdraw consent at any time

Legal Basis for Processing:

• Location Data: Consent (via dialog)

• Advertising Data: Legitimate interest (with consent required in EEA)

• Device Data: Legitimate interest

Brazil (LGPD)

Brazilian residents have similar rights under the Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD), including access, correction, deletion, and portability rights.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

• Displaying the updated policy within the app

• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy

• Requiring acceptance of the updated policy upon next app launch (for significant changes)

You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

Your Consent

By using the App, you consent to:

• The collection and use of location data as described

• The storage of photos on your device

• The use of LocationIQ services for map generation

• The display of advertisements via Google AdMob

• The collection of advertising ID for ad personalization (where permitted by law)

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: Aviatechdevelopers@bankofbaroda.com

App Name: Bank GPS Map Field Inspection

Company Name: Avia Tech Developers