Privacy Policy – PDF File Viewer

1. Introduction

Welcome to PDF File Viewer (“we,” “our,” or “us”).
We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our app. It also outlines your rights under major data protection laws, including the GDPR (EU), CCPA (California), VCDPA (Virginia), and LGPD (Brazil).

By using our app, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information to ensure smooth app functionality and improve your experience:

• Device Information: Device model, OS version, and unique identifiers.

• Usage Data: App interactions, click behavior, crash logs, and performance reports.

• User-Provided Data: Feedback, support messages, or inquiries you send to us.

• File Access: With your permission, we may access and manage files (PDF, Word, Excel, PPT) stored on your device.

• Location Data: We do not collect precise location data.
  
  

3. Permissions We Request

To make Smart Phone Manager fully functional for PDF and file management, the app may request the following permissions:

• android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE – To read and display your PDF and document files.

• android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE – To save, modify, or organize your files.

• android.permission.MANAGE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE (Android 11+) – To access and manage files across all directories, allowing batch operations, duplicate removal, and full file organization.

• android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS – To send important notifications, reminders, or alerts related to file operations and app updates.

• android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE – To run essential background tasks (like file scanning or PDF processing) even when the app is not on screen.

• android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE – To handle special background tasks that require higher-priority foreground execution.

• com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID – To access your Advertising ID for analytics and ad monetization.

These permissions are used strictly to enable PDF viewing, file management features, essential background tasks, and ad-supported services. We do not access personal content beyond what’s needed for these functions.

4. Third-Party Services

We may integrate trusted third-party services for analytics, advertising, and app performance. Each service processes data according to its own privacy policy:

• Google Play Services

• Google AdMob

• Google Analytics for Firebase

• Firebase Crashlytics

• Facebook

• Unity

• AppLovin

• Vungle (Liftoff)

• AdColony (Digital Turbine)
  
  

5. Data Retention

• Analytics and crash logs are retained for up to 60 days, unless required longer by law.

• User feedback and support messages are kept as long as necessary for issue resolution and compliance.

• Data that is no longer needed will be securely deleted or anonymized.
  
  

6. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of your data.

• Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete information.

• Deletion: Request that your data be erased.

• Know: Learn what data is collected, shared, or sold.

• Opt-Out: Refuse the sale or sharing of personal data.

• Data Portability: Request your data in a portable format (GDPR).

• Withdraw Consent: Revoke consent to data processing at any time.

• File a Complaint: Contact your local supervisory authority.
  
  

📩 To exercise your rights, please email ynlian.me@gmail.com. We may request identity verification before fulfilling your request.

7. Regional Privacy Notices

California (CCPA)

California residents have the right to:

• Know what personal data is collected, shared, or sold.

• Request deletion of personal data.

• Opt out of personal data sales.

• Not be discriminated against for exercising their privacy rights.

Learn more at the California Department of Justice CCPA page.

Virginia (VCDPA)

Virginia residents may:

• Access, correct, or delete their personal data.

• Opt out of targeted advertising or data sales.

• Appeal any denied privacy requests.
  
  

Read more at the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act.

European Union (GDPR)

EU residents have enhanced rights, including:

• Access, correction, deletion, and portability of their data.

• Objecting to or restricting processing.

• Filing a complaint with their national Data Protection Authority.

See the EU GDPR Portal.

Brazil (LGPD)

Brazilian users can:

• Confirm whether data is processed.

• Request access, correction, anonymization, or deletion.

• Withdraw consent at any time.

Learn more at the Brazilian LGPD overview.

8. Legal Bases for Processing

We rely on these legal grounds to process data:

• Consent – For personalized ads and analytics when you opt in.

• Contractual Necessity – To deliver app features and services.

• Legitimate Interest – For improving app performance and preventing misuse.

• Legal Obligation – To comply with regulatory requirements.
  
  

9. Children’s Privacy

Our app is not intended for children under 13 years old.
We do not knowingly collect their personal data. If such information is discovered, it will be promptly deleted. Parents or guardians can contact us at ynlian.me@gmail.com for assistance.

10. Complaints

If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may:

• Contact us at ynlian.me@gmail.com.

• Reach out to your local data protection authority (for EU users).

• File a complaint with the California Attorney General, Virginia consumer authority, or Brazil’s ANPD, as applicable.
  
  

11. Security

We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, please note that no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may occasionally update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in the app or applicable laws. Updates will be announced within the app or via email.
Continued use of the app after an update means you accept the revised policy.

13. Contact Us

📧 Email: ynlian.me@gmail.com
👩‍💻 Developer / Data Controller: Yundou
🛡️ Data Protection Officer (DPO): Lian Yanni