📄 Privacy Policy – GPS Maps & Voice Navigation

Effective Date: September 02, 2025
Developer: Chaudhry Afaq Qasim

1. Introduction

GPS Maps & Voice Navigation (“the App”) is provided as a freemium service. The App helps users with navigation, voice-guided directions, and related features. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

By using the App, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

1. Information You Provide

   • Account details (if you create one for premium features, such as name, email).

   • Payment information (processed securely by Google Play; we do not store card details).
     
     

2. Automatically Collected Information

   • Device and log data (model, OS, crash reports, app usage).

   • Location data (to provide navigation services).

   • Cookies and similar technologies (used for analytics and ads).
     
     

3. Third-Party Services

   • Google Play Services

   • Google Analytics / Firebase Analytics

   • AdMob or other ad partners (for showing ads)

   • Payment processors (Google Play Billing)

   • Mapbox (for maps, navigation, and location services)

Each third-party has its own privacy policy.

3. How We Use Your Information

• To provide core navigation and location-based services.

• To improve app performance, stability, and user experience.

• To display relevant ads (for free users).

• To enable purchases and subscriptions for premium users.

• To comply with legal obligations.

4. Monetization

We use a hybrid monetization model:

• Free Users: See third-party ads.

• Premium Users: Ads are removed, and advanced features are unlocked via in-app purchases or subscriptions.

5. Data Sharing & Disclosure

We do not sell personal data. We may share limited information with:

• Service Providers (for analytics, ads, crash reporting).

• Legal Authorities (only when required by law).

6. Data Retention & Security

• We retain data only as long as necessary to provide services.

• We use standard encryption and secure methods to protect your information.

• You may request deletion of your personal data at any time by contacting us.
  
  

7. Regional Rights

• EU/EEA Users (GDPR): You have the right to access, correct, or delete your data, and object to processing.

• California Users (CCPA): You may opt out of data sharing for targeted advertising.

• Other Regions: We comply with local laws where applicable.

8. Children’s Privacy

The App is not directed at children under 13 (or under 16 in some regions). We do not knowingly collect data from children.

9. Your Choices

• You can disable location services via your device settings.

• You can opt out of personalized ads (via Google settings).

• You can upgrade to premium to remove ads.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact:
Email: ch.afaqasim@gmail.com