Welcome to Document Reader: PDF, DOC! Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our app.
1. General Information
App Name: Document Reader: PDF, DOC
Developer: Bright Sol Apps
Contact Email: ankur.dave.ad001@gmail.com
2. Permissions We Use & Their Purpose
To provide a seamless document viewing and management experience, our app requires the following permissions:
Storage Permissions
📂 READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE – Allows the app to access and display documents stored on your device.
📂 WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE – Enables saving and editing documents.
📂 MANAGE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE – Required for accessing and managing files in Android 11+ devices.
Network Permissions
🌐 INTERNET – Used for cloud-based document viewing, downloading, and app updates.
📡 ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE – Checks network status for a better user experience.
📶 CHANGE_WIFI_STATE – Allows toggling Wi-Fi for document-related actions.
🔄 CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE – Helps manage network settings while using online features.
We do not use these permissions to collect or share personal data without your consent.
3. Data Collection & Usage
We collect only the necessary data to provide core features. This may include:
Documents & Files: Accessed only to display, read, and edit documents.
App Usage Data: Collected to improve app performance and user experience.
We do not collect, store, or share your personal files. Your data remains private on your device.
4. Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services to enhance app functionality:
Analytics Services
✔ Google Analytics – Monitors app performance and user behavior.
🔗 Google Privacy Policy
Advertising Services
✔ Google AdMob – Displays ads to support free app usage.
🔗 AdMob Privacy Policy
🔒 Disclaimer:
Our app may use certain Google services such as Google Play Services, Firebase, or the Play Store distribution platform. These services may collect information as described in Google’s own policies.
By using our app, you also agree to Google’s Terms and Privacy Policy.
You can review them here:
Google Play Terms of Service: https://play.google.com/about/play-terms/index.html
Google Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Google AdMob & Advertising Terms: https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads
Firebase Privacy & Security: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy
You can opt out of targeted ads through Google settings.
5. Security Measures
We prioritize security and implement the following protections:
🔐 Data Encryption – Your documents are not uploaded to external servers.
🔐 Secure Storage Access – Only necessary files are accessed.
🔐 Regular Security Updates – The app is updated to prevent vulnerabilities.
Your data remains secure and private at all times.
6. Your Rights Under GDPR
If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
✔ Right to Access – Request access to any personal data we may have.
✔ Right to Rectification – Request correction of inaccurate information.
✔ Right to Erasure – Request deletion of personal data.
✔ Right to Restrict Processing – Request limitations on data processing.
✔ Right to Data Portability – Request a copy of personal data in a structured format.
✔ Right to Object – Object to data processing, especially in ads.
To exercise your GDPR rights, contact us at ankur.dave.ad001@gmail.com
7. Your Rights Under CCPA
If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
✔ Right to Notice – Know what personal data we collect and how we use it.
✔ Right to Access – Request details about your personal data.
✔ Right to Opt-Out – Say no to the sale of personal data (we do not sell data).
✔ Right to Delete Personal Data – Request deletion of collected personal data.
✔ Right to Non-Discrimination – No penalties for exercising your privacy rights.
To exercise your CCPA rights, contact us at ankur.dave.ad001@gmail.com
8. Children’s Privacy
Our app is not intended for children under 13. If we discover that we have collected data from a minor, we will delete it immediately.
9. Protection Against Malware and Network Abuse
✔ Malware Protection:
We regularly scan the app for malware to ensure it is safe for users. We recommend downloading the app only from trusted sources like the Google Play Store.
✔ Network Abuse Prevention:
The app does not engage in unauthorized data transmission or excessive network usage. We adhere to network usage policies to ensure a safe experience.
10. Document Reader: PDF Home
App Functionality
Document Reader: PDF Home allows users to view, read, and manage PDF and document files stored on their device.
The app also provides optional home screen (launcher) functionality along with news and weather features.
Launcher
Users can set the app as their default launcher only with explicit user consent.
Users can change or disable the default launcher at any time from device system settings.
News
The app displays news content using RSS feed from Republic World.
Used only to show latest news headlines
No user data is collected or shared
No tracking of user interaction
Weather
The app provides weather updates using OpenWeather API.
Used only to display weather information
No personal data is collected or shared
Works without requiring user account
Storage / File Access
Storage or file access permission is used only to:
Open and read PDF and document files
Manage files on the device
No files are uploaded, stored externally, or shared with any server.
Access to Installed Apps
Access to installed apps is used only for launcher-related features such as:
Displaying installed apps
Searching apps
Launching apps
The app does not monitor or track usage of other apps.
Internet Access
Internet permission is used only to:
Fetch weather data
Load news content
The app does not track user browsing activity.
Data Collection & Usage
The app does not collect, store, process, or share any personal or sensitive user data.
All document and app operations are handled locally on the user’s device.
Third-Party Services
Third-party services (such as weather API and news RSS) are used only for app functionality.
No personal data is shared with any third party.
User Control
Users have full control over:
App permissions
Launcher settings
Document features
Permissions can be revoked anytime from device settings.
📜 Declaration
We declare that Document Reader: PDF Home does not collect, store, process, or share any personal or sensitive user data.
All permissions and integrations are used strictly for core app functionality and comply with Google Play policies.
11.Microsoft Clarity
Our app uses Microsoft Clarity to help us understand how users interact with the app and to improve its performance and overall experience. By using our app, you agree that we and Microsoft may collect and use this analytics data as described in Microsoft’s Privacy Statement. However, we want to make it clear that we do not collect, store, or share any personal user data. All information remains completely anonymous and secure.
12.Push Notifications (iZooto)
Our app uses a third-party push notification service provided by iZooto to send important updates, alerts, and app-related notifications to users.
iZooto may collect non-personal and anonymized information such as device type, browser information, and notification interaction data, strictly for the purpose of delivering and improving push notification services.
We do not use push notifications to collect sensitive personal information, nor do we use them for unauthorized tracking.
13.Package Monitor & Junk Scan
We monitor app installs and removals to keep your device clean and optimized. All data is processed locally on your device, and we do not collect, store, or share any personal information.
14.Battery Charging Status Feature
Our app may display a screen or notification when the device is connected to or disconnected from charging (plug in / unplug events). This feature is used only to provide battery-related information and user convenience features within the app.
The app does not collect, store, share, or transmit any personal data related to battery charging events. Battery status information is processed locally on the device only and is not used for tracking purposes.
15.After Call Popup Feature 📞
Some of our apps may include an After Call Popup feature. This feature activates after phone calls to provide quick options such as notes, reminders, or other in-app actions.
Data Collection & Usage:
The feature temporarily accesses call status and duration only to trigger the popup.
It does not access, collect, or store call logs, phone numbers, or contacts.
All data is processed locally on the device and is used only for enabling the feature.
Permissions Required:
The feature requires the "Read Phone State" permission.
Users can manage or revoke this permission anytime from device settings, which will disable the popup.
Data Retention:
All temporary call status data is deleted immediately after use.
No call-related data is stored or sent to our servers.
Third-Party Sharing:
We do not share any personal call data with third parties.
If analytics or ads are integrated, they only process anonymized and non-personal data.
User Control:
Users can also turn off the After Call Popup feature directly from the App Settings → After Call Settings section at any time.
Disabling this setting will completely stop the feature from running.
Security & Updates:
We handle all temporary data securely.
Any significant changes to this policy will be communicated.
Continued use of our apps implies acceptance of the updated terms.
16. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. If there are significant changes, we will notify users within the app.
17 End User License Agreement (EULA) Policy:
By installing or using the " Document Reader: PDF, DOC" app, you agree to use the app only for personal and lawful document viewing purposes. All features, UI, and content within the app are owned by the developer and protected by copyright laws. You may not copy, reverse engineer, modify, or misuse the app in any unauthorized way.
This app is provided "as is" without any warranties. The developer is not responsible for any loss of data or damage resulting from use of the app. Ads may be shown to support app development. Your continued use of the app means you accept this agreement.
This Privacy Policy explains what data we may collect from you, how such data may be used or shared with others, how we safeguard it and how you may exercise your rights related to your Personal Data, as required under GDPR, LGPD, CCPA, and other applicable data privacy laws.
18. Contact Us
For any questions or privacy concerns, please reach out to us:
📧 ankur.dave.ad001@gmail.com
By using Document Reader: PDF, DOC, you agree to this Privacy Policy. Thank you for trusting us! 🚀