At Droid Sphere(“we,” “us,” or “our”), we prioritize your privacy and are committed to safeguarding the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy applies to your use of our mobile applications, websites, and services (collectively, the “Services”). By using our Services, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as outlined in this policy.
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically, and continued use of our Services after any changes will mean you accept those changes. Please check back regularly for updates.
1. Information We Collect
We collect and use two types of information:
Personal Information
We do not collect personal information unless explicitly stated and with your consent. Personal information may include:
Contact Information: Email address, names, etc.
Geolocation Information: With your permission, we may collect location data to provide location-based services (e.g., for live traffic updates or navigation). You can disable location services through your device settings.
Device Information: Device ID, operating system version, etc.
Non-Personal Information
We may also collect non-personal information to improve our services and app features, such as:
Application Usage Data: Frequency of use, feature preferences, error logs, etc.
Non-Personal Data for Advertising: This can include device identifiers, which may be used by third-party ad services.
Our applications may request specific device permissions to enhance your experience. We do not collect or store any personal information without your consent.
Storage Access (READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE, WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE ): Required to save or load content, such as images or may creations for GPS Camera & QR code scanner functionalities. These files are not uploaded to our servers.
Location Access (ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION, ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION ): Enables location-based services such as mapping or navigation. You can disable this in your device settings.
Camera & Microphone (CAMERA, RECORD_AUDIO): Used for capturing photos, videos, or voice inputs for app functionality. No data is uploaded or shared.
Notifications (POST_NOTIFICATIONS): Allows push notifications for updates, reminders, or offers. You can manage this in your device settings.
Foreground Service (FOREGROUND_SERVICE): Ensures uninterrupted app functionality in the background (e.g., navigation or location-based services).
Precise Location Data:
For GPS Maps, we collect precise location data to provide accurate navigation services. This data is collected only with your consent and while the app is in use. You can revoke this permission in your device settings.
Sensitive Personal Information:
We may collect sensitive information, such as geolocation data or travel history, for certain app features. This data is handled securely and in compliance with applicable laws. You can access, correct, or delete this data by contacting us.
We are committed to empowering users to control their data. Depending on applicable privacy laws (e.g., CCPA, GDPR, VCDPA, LGPD), you may have the following rights:
Right to Access: Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
Right to Delete: Request the deletion of your personal data.
Right to Correct: Request corrections to inaccurate personal data.
Right to Know: Request details on whether your data is shared or sold.
Right to Opt-Out of Sale: Right to Opt-Out of Sale: If your personal data is subject to sale, you have the right to opt-out. We do not sell your personal information unless you opt-in.
Opt-Out of Data Sharing: To opt-out of targeted advertising or the sharing of your data with third parties, please contact us at droidsphere194@gmail.com with the subject line.
For Brazilian users, additional rights under the LGPD include:
To exercise these rights, contact us at droidsphere194@gmail.com
We retain data only as long as necessary to provide Services or comply with legal obligations.
We implement robust security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access. However, no system is completely secure. Use our Services at your own discretion and risk.
6. Data Sharing & Advertising
We use Google AdMob to serve ads in our applications. AdMob may collect non-personal data (e.g., device IDs, interaction data) for ad targeting.
Opt-Out of Personalized Ads: Manage ad preferences in your device settings or through the Google Ads Settings page.
We do not sell or share personal data for third-party advertising unless explicitly opted in. For details, refer to the AdMob Privacy Policy.
Our apps may contain links to third-party services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We recommend review their privacy policies before interacting with them.
8. Privacy Rights by Region
California (CCPA): California residents can request details about data shared for marketing. We do not share personal data for direct marketing without opt-in.
Virginia (VCDPA): Virginia residents have the right to access, correct, delete, or opt-out of data sharing.
If you are a California resident, you have the right to request that we do not sell your personal information. To access this right, please contact us directly.
Email: droidsphere194@gmail.com
Address: House # 07, Street # 03, Abu Bakar Town, Post Office koral, District Islamabad
Islamabad - 47331
Pakistan (PK)
9. European Union Residents (GDPR Rights)
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), residents of the European Union have the right to:
Request access to their personal data,
Request correction or deletion of their personal data,
Object to the processing of their personal data,
Withdraw consent to the processing of their data at any time.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at droidsphere194@gmail.com
For more details, please refer to the full privacy policy.
Faheem Khalid is the Data Controller for Droid Sphere. For inquiries or concerns regarding data practices, Faheem Khalid is responsible for determining the purposes and means of processing personal data collected by Droid Sphere.
Contact:
Email: droidsphere194@gmail.com
Address: House # 07, Street # 03, Abu Bakar Town, Post Office koral, District Islamabad
Islamabad - 47331
Pakistan (PK)
11. Data Protection Officer (DPO)
Faheem Khalid also serves as the Data Protection Officer (DPO) for Droid Sphere. The DPO is responsible for ensuring compliance with privacy laws and for protecting your personal data. For any concerns regarding data privacy or to exercise your data protection rights, you may contact the DPO at:
Email: droidsphere194@gmail.com
Address: House # 07, Street # 03, Abu Bakar Town, Post Office koral, District Islamabad
Islamabad - 47331
Pakistan(PK)
We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13 (or as per local jurisdiction). If you believe we have inadvertently collected such data, please contact us immediately for its removal.
For any questions about this Privacy Policy or data practices, reach out to:
Company Name: Droid Sphere
Contact Person: Faheem Khalid
Email: droidsphere194@gmail.com
Address: House # 07, Street # 03, Abu Bakar Town, Post Office koral, District Islamabad
Islamabad - 47331
Pakistan (PK)