# Privacy Policy for Freelancing Tips
**Last Updated:** 19-02-2026
## Introduction
Welcome to Freelancing Tips ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we handle information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding data collection, use, and disclosure when you use our mobile application "Freelancing Tips" (the "App").
By using our App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
## Information We Collect
### Data We Do NOT Collect Directly
Freelancing Tips is designed with privacy in mind. We do **NOT** directly collect, store, or transmit any personal information from users, including but not limited to:
- Personal identification information (name, email, phone number)
- User accounts or login credentials
- Payment information
- Contact information
- Any other personally identifiable information that we directly collect
### Data Collected by Third-Party Services
While we do not directly collect personal information, third-party services integrated into our App may collect certain data:
#### Google AdMob (Advertising Service)
Our App uses Google AdMob to display advertisements. AdMob may collect the following information:
- **Device Identifiers:** Android Advertising ID (AAID)
- **Device Information:** Device model, manufacturer, operating system version, screen resolution
- **Network Information:** IP address, network type (Wi-Fi, mobile data)
- **Location Data:** Approximate location based on IP address (not precise GPS location)
- **App Usage Data:** Information about ad interactions, ad views, clicks
- **Performance Data:** App crashes, performance metrics related to ads
**Purpose of Collection:**
- To display relevant advertisements
- To measure ad performance and effectiveness
- To prevent fraud and abuse
- To improve advertising services
- To comply with legal requirements
**Data Sharing:**
AdMob may share this data with:
- Advertisers and advertising networks
- Analytics providers
- Fraud prevention services
- Other service providers as described in Google's Privacy Policy
**AdMob Privacy Policy:** [https://policies.google.com/privacy](https://policies.google.com/privacy)
**AdMob Data Processing:** [https://support.google.com/admob/answer/6128543](https://support.google.com/admob/answer/6128543)
#### Google UMP (User Messaging Platform)
Our App uses Google's User Messaging Platform to request consent for personalized advertising, particularly for users in the European Economic Area (EEA).
**Data Processed:**
- Consent choices and preferences
- Geographic location (to determine if consent is required)
**UMP Privacy Information:** [https://support.google.com/admob/answer/10113137](https://support.google.com/admob/answer/10113137)
### Data Automatically Collected by Android/Google Play
When you download and use our App through Google Play Store, certain information may be automatically collected by Google Play Services and Android system:
- **Crash Reports and Diagnostics:** Android may collect crash logs and diagnostic information to help improve app stability
- **App Installation Data:** Google Play may collect information about app installations
- **Usage Statistics:** Basic app usage statistics
This data collection is managed by Google, not by our App. You can learn more about Google's data practices in their [Privacy Policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy).
## How We Use Information
### Our Use of Data
We do not directly collect or use personal information. The App functions primarily offline and locally on your device. The only data processing we perform is:
- Displaying content (tips, job listings) stored locally in the app
- Managing user interface preferences stored locally
- Facilitating the display of advertisements through AdMob
### Third-Party Use of Data
**Google AdMob** uses collected data to:
- Display relevant advertisements
- Measure ad performance and effectiveness
- Prevent fraud and abuse
- Improve advertising services
- Comply with legal requirements
You can learn more about how Google uses data in their [Privacy Policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy).
## Data Sharing and Disclosure
### Our Data Sharing Practices
We do **NOT** directly share, sell, or disclose any personal information because we do not directly collect any personal information.
### Third-Party Data Sharing
**Google AdMob** may share collected data with:
- Advertisers and advertising networks
- Analytics providers
- Fraud prevention services
- Other service providers as described in Google's Privacy Policy
This data sharing is managed by Google AdMob, not by our App. You can review Google's data sharing practices in their [Privacy Policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy).
**Note:** Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), the sharing of data with advertisers may constitute a "sale" of personal information. You can opt-out of this through your device's ad settings.
## Third-Party Services
### Google AdMob
Our App uses Google AdMob for advertising services. AdMob is operated by Google LLC and is subject to Google's Privacy Policy.
**AdMob Privacy Policy:** [https://policies.google.com/privacy](https://policies.google.com/privacy)
**AdMob Terms:** [https://support.google.com/admob/answer/6128543](https://support.google.com/admob/answer/6128543)
### Google Play Services
Our App is distributed through Google Play Store, which is operated by Google LLC. Any data collection by Google Play Services is subject to Google's Privacy Policy.
**Google Play Privacy Policy:** [https://policies.google.com/privacy](https://policies.google.com/privacy)
### Google UMP (User Messaging Platform)
Our App uses Google's User Messaging Platform to request consent for personalized advertising, particularly for users in the European Economic Area (EEA).
**UMP Privacy Information:** [https://support.google.com/admob/answer/10113137](https://support.google.com/admob/answer/10113137)
### Share Functionality
The App includes a "Share" feature that allows you to share tip content with other apps on your device. When you use this feature:
- The sharing is handled entirely by your device's operating system
- We do not have access to or control over what you share or with whom
- The content you share is sent directly from your device to the app you choose
- We do not collect, store, or track any shared content
## Data Storage
All app data, including tips, job listings, and user preferences, is stored locally on your device. We do not maintain any servers or cloud storage that contains your data.
Third-party services (AdMob) may store data on their servers as described in their respective privacy policies.
## Data Retention
### Our Data Retention
Since we do not directly collect personal information, we do not retain any personal data.
### Third-Party Data Retention
**Google AdMob** retains data according to Google's data retention policies. You can learn more about Google's data retention practices in their [Privacy Policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy).
## Children's Privacy
Our App is not directed to 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 under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
**Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA):**
- We comply with COPPA requirements
- We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13
- If we discover that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete it immediately
## Your Rights
### Rights Regarding Our Data
Since we do not directly collect personal information, there is no personal data stored by us to access, modify, or delete. However, you have the right to:
- Uninstall the App at any time, which will remove all locally stored data
- Review this Privacy Policy at any time
- Contact us with questions or concerns about privacy
### Rights Regarding Third-Party Data (GDPR/CCPA)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or California, USA, you have additional rights regarding data collected by third-party services:
**For AdMob Data:**
- **Right to Access:** Request information about data collected by AdMob
- **Right to Deletion:** Request deletion of your data
- **Right to Opt-Out:** Opt out of personalized advertising
- **Right to Portability:** Request a copy of your data
- **Right to Object:** Object to processing of your data
- **Right to Restrict Processing:** Request restriction of data processing
- **Right to Withdraw Consent:** Withdraw consent for data processing
**How to Exercise These Rights:**
1. **Opt out of personalized ads:**
- Android: Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization
- Or visit: [Google Ad Settings](https://adssettings.google.com)
2. **Reset Advertising ID:**
- Android: Settings → Google → Ads → Reset advertising ID
3. **Manage AdMob data:**
- Visit [Google's Privacy Controls](https://myaccount.google.com/privacy)
- Visit [Google's Data & Privacy](https://myaccount.google.com/data-and-privacy)
4. **Contact Google:**
- For AdMob-specific requests, contact Google directly through their [Privacy Policy page](https://policies.google.com/privacy)
**For GDPR Compliance:**
- Our App uses Google UMP to request your consent for personalized advertising
- You can change your consent preferences at any time
- Non-personalized ads will be shown if you do not consent to personalized ads
- You can withdraw consent at any time
## Data Security
We implement appropriate technical measures to protect any data stored locally on your device. However, since all data is stored locally on your device, you are responsible for maintaining the security of your device.
Third-party services (AdMob, Google) implement their own security measures as described in their privacy policies.
## International Data Transfers
Data collected by third-party services (AdMob, Google) may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your country of residence. These transfers are governed by:
- Google's data transfer mechanisms and safeguards
- Standard Contractual Clauses (for GDPR compliance)
- Other legal frameworks as described in Google's Privacy Policy
## Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:
- Posting the new Privacy Policy in the App (if applicable)
- Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- Publishing updates on our website or through Google Play Store listing
You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
## Compliance with Laws
This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with:
- **Google Play Console Privacy Policy requirements**
- **General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)** - applicable to users in the European Economic Area (EEA)
- **California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)** - applicable to users in California, USA
- **Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)** - protection for children under 13
- **Other applicable privacy laws and regulations**
### GDPR Compliance
For users in the EEA:
- We use Google UMP to request consent before showing personalized ads
- You have the right to withdraw consent at any time
- Non-personalized ads are shown if consent is not provided
- All data processing is transparent and lawful
- You have the right to access, rectify, erase, and port your data
### CCPA Compliance
For users in California:
- You have the right to know what data is collected
- You have the right to delete your data
- You have the right to opt-out of sale of personal information
- You have the right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights
**Note:** AdMob may process data in ways that constitute a "sale" under CCPA. You can opt-out through your device's ad settings.
## Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
**Email:** [Your Email Address]
**Website:** [Your Website URL]
**Address:** [Your Business Address - if applicable]
For questions about data collected by Google AdMob, please contact Google directly through their [Privacy Policy page](https://policies.google.com/privacy).
## Consent
By using Freelancing Tips, you consent to this Privacy Policy and the data practices described herein. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our App.
For users in the EEA, you will be asked to provide explicit consent for personalized advertising through Google UMP before such ads are displayed.
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