Thank you for using our app PDF Reader (hereinafter referred to as "this app"). We attach great importance to your privacy protection and are committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with relevant laws and regulations. Before using this app, please read this privacy policy carefully to understand how we collect, use and protect your information.
1. Information we collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Permission information: In order to provide better services, this app needs to request the following permissions:
CAMERA (camera permission): used to scan documents.
MANAGE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE (manage external storage permission): used to access and manage files in your device (including Office files and PDF files).
FOREGROUND_SERVICE (foreground service permission): used to monitor changes in documents (such as PDF, Word, Excel, PPT files) and provide timely notifications about file updates.
Please note that all these permissions are only used for the normal functions of this app and will not collect or store your private data.
In-app advertising and analysis:
Advertising: This app integrates advertising services (such as Google AdMob). When displaying ads, advertisers may collect anonymous device information and ad display data.
Firebase: This app uses Firebase (a service provided by Google) to collect and analyze user usage, including but not limited to crash reports, performance data, device information, etc. This helps us optimize the performance and user experience of the app.
2. Use of Foreground Service Permission
This app uses foreground service permission to ensure that you receive realtime notifications when there are changes to your documents, such as additions or modifications to PDF, Word, Excel, or PPT files. This permission allows the app to run in the background and monitor the files on your device, delivering notifications about updates promptly, even when the app is not actively in use.
Why do we need this permission?
The foreground service is required to notify you instantly when files are added, updated, or deleted. By using this service, we ensure that you remain informed about important changes in your documents, without delays caused by system optimizations.
How is your data handled?
We do not collect, store, or share any of the content within your documents. The foreground service is solely used for delivering timely notifications and does not involve the processing or storage of document contents.
3. Children's Privacy
We do not intentionally collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you are a parent or guardian and you find that your child has provided us with personal information without your consent, please contact us immediately (via email: larrybrook38@gmail.com). We will take steps to delete this information as soon as possible.
4. Use of Information
We may use the collected information for the following purposes:
Provide and improve the functionality and user experience of this app.
Display personalized advertising content.
Analyze the usage of the app to optimize performance.
Send you notifications about updates and features of this app.
The foreground service permission will specifically be used to notify you about updates to your documents (such as new files, file modifications, etc.).
5. Sharing and Storage of Information
We will not sell your personal information to third parties. However, we may share or disclose your information in the following circumstances:
Advertisers: We work with advertisers and may share anonymous device information for advertising.
Service Providers: We may hire third-party companies or individuals to help us operate the app or provide app-related services. These service providers may have access to your information, but only for the purpose of providing us with related services.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information when required by law, such as to comply with legal process, respond to court orders, etc.
6. Information Security
We will take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from loss, misuse, unauthorized access or disclosure. However, please note that Internet transmission is not completely secure, and although we will do our best to protect the security of your information, we cannot guarantee complete security.
7. Data Retention
We will retain your information as needed to provide services and comply with legal requirements. Your information will be automatically deleted after you uninstall the app.
8. Privacy Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we update the Privacy Policy, we will post a notice in the app or publish the updated policy on this page. Please review this Privacy Policy regularly to learn how we protect your personal information.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or need further information, please contact us at:
Email: larrybrook38