This Privacy Policy describes the information collected by Switch ("we," "us," "our") through our mobile application PDF Reader ("App"). By downloading, accessing, or using PDF Reader, you agree to the policies and practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Information Collection and Use

When you download and use PDF Reader, we do not require you to provide personal information such as your full name, physical address, or phone number.

However, certain information may be collected automatically through third-party services to improve app functionality and user experience.

Information Automatically Collected

We may collect non-personal information such as:

• Country and language settings

• Device type and operating system

• App usage statistics

• Feature interaction data

• Advertising identifiers (e.g., Google Advertising ID)

• Crash logs and performance diagnostics

• Device performance information

• Session and connection information

This information is used to:

• Improve app performance and stability

• Analyze feature usage

• Fix technical issues

• Enhance user experience

• Deliver relevant advertising

We do not use this information to personally identify you.

Files and Documents

PDF Reader allows you to open, view, organize, and manage PDF documents and other supported files stored on your device.

Documents you access through the app remain on your device unless you explicitly choose to share, export, print, or back them up.

We do not upload, store, read, or analyze the contents of your documents on our servers.

All document viewing, searching, bookmarking, annotation, and file management features are processed locally on your device unless explicitly stated otherwise.

Storage Permission

To provide core functionality, PDF Reader may request permission to:

• Access files and documents stored on your device

• Read PDF files and other supported document formats

• Save edited or annotated documents

• Import or export files

• Share documents with applications of your choice

These permissions are used solely to enable the requested features.

We do not collect, transmit, or store your documents on our servers.

Camera Permission (Optional)

If PDF Reader includes a document scanning feature, the app may request access to your device camera.

Camera access is used solely to:

• Scan paper documents

• Convert scanned images into PDF files

Captured images remain on your device unless you choose to save, export, or share them.

We do not upload scanned documents to our servers.

Notification Permission (Optional)

If enabled by you, PDF Reader may send notifications regarding:

• Important app updates

• Feature announcements

• Document reminders (if applicable)

You may disable notifications at any time through your device settings.

Children’s Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

PDF Reader complies with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13.

If we become aware that personal information from a child under 13 has been collected unintentionally, we will delete it promptly.

Location Information

We do not collect or store your precise geographic location.

General location information (such as country or region) may be derived from your IP address solely for analytics, fraud prevention, and advertising purposes.

Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

Automatically collected non-personal information may be shared with trusted third-party service providers strictly for:

• Analytics

• App performance monitoring

• Advertising delivery

Analytics Services

We use trusted third-party analytics tools to improve PDF Reader.

Google Analytics for Firebase (Google LLC)

Collects anonymized app usage data, device information, and performance insights.

Firebase Crashlytics (Google LLC)

Collects crash reports and diagnostics to improve app stability and reliability.

These services help us understand how users interact with the app and enable us to continually improve performance.

Advertising

PDF Reader may display advertisements through trusted advertising partners.

Google AdMob (Google LLC)

May collect:

• Advertising ID

• Device information

• Usage data

Advertising partners may use this information to provide personalized or non-personalized advertisements in accordance with their own privacy policies.

Cookies

The PDF Reader app does not directly use cookies.

However, integrated third-party services may use cookies or similar technologies for analytics and advertising purposes.

You may manage these preferences through your device settings where applicable.

Security

We take reasonable and commercially acceptable measures to protect your information.

However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Links to Third-Party Sites

The app may contain links to third-party websites or services.

We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:

• Access your data

• Request correction

• Request deletion

• Object to certain processing

• Withdraw consent

You may contact us to exercise these rights.

Support & Contact

If you contact us for customer support, we may collect:

• Your email address

• Device details

• Description of your issue

This information is used solely to assist you.

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

📧 info@switch.com.pk