Thank you for using Phone GPS Tracker (hereinafter referred to as "this application"). We understand the importance of privacy and are committed to being transparent about how we collect, use, share, and protect your information.
Please note that this application does not require you to create an account or provide personally identifiable information (such as name, email, or phone number). All data is associated with device identifiers and permissions you voluntarily grant.
1. Information we collected
a) Location information
To provide you with core functions such as real-time location tracking, location sharing, and area alerts, we will collect the following location data via GPS, Wi-Fi, or mobile network triangulation, subject to your explicit authorization:
●Real-time and historical location: Collects your unique device identifier and precise (or approximate) geographic location for displaying your location on a map, recording your travel routes, and sharing with other users you authorize.
●Location information you specify: When you set a specific location (such as home or school) to enable the "Area Alerts" feature, we collect and save the location details of that location to send notifications when you arrive or leave. You can delete the set location at any time within the app, and the corresponding location data will be permanently removed from our system.
b) Equipment and technical information
To ensure the normal operation of the application, analyze service quality, and provide basic advertising functions, we will automatically collect data through third-party services:
●Device identifiers (such as Android Advertising ID)
●Device model, operating system version
●Application usage (e.g., feature clicks, session duration)
●Network information (such as Wi-Fi or mobile network)
●Crash logs and performance data
c) Advertising-related data
If you see ads, our advertising partners may collect device identifiers and usage data to serve personalized ads. You can reset or disable the advertising identifier in your device settings to limit personalized ads.
2. How we use your information
●Provide, maintain, and improve core positioning functions
●Enables location sharing, area alerts, and historical records.
●Analyze and optimize application performance
●Display related advertisements
●Obey legal obligations
3. How we share your information
We will not sell your personal data. We only share information in the following situations:
a) Shared under your control
When you choose to share your location with other users, those users will be able to see the real-time or historical location information you provide.
b) Third-party service providers
To provide core functionality, analyze service quality, and support application operations, we have integrated the following third-party services. These service providers process the relevant data in accordance with their own privacy policies:
●Google Firebase: Used for application performance analysis, crash reporting, and infrastructure architecture. The data it collects may include device information, usage data, and performance metrics.
Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
●Google AdMob: Used for ad delivery. The data it collects may include ad identifiers and device information to provide personalized ad content.
Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
●Meta (Facebook): Used for ad delivery, performance analysis, and attribution. The data it collects may include device information and ad interaction data.
Data Policy: https://www.facebook.com/policy.php
●AppsFlyer: Used for install attribution and marketing effectiveness analysis. The data it collects may include device identifiers, install origins, and app interaction information.
Privacy Policy: https://www.appsflyer.com/privacy-policy/
We recommend that you review the privacy policies of the aforementioned third parties to understand their data practices.
c) Legal requirements
We may disclose information as necessary if required by law or to protect our rights, safety, and property, as well as the rights, safety, and property of others.
4. Data storage, retention, and security
●Location Information Retention: We will only retain your location information for a reasonable period necessary to provide the service. After this period, we will delete the detailed location data associated with your device identifier. We may retain de-identified, aggregated location data (i.e., data that cannot identify a specific individual or device) for a longer period for overall trend analysis, product improvement, and academic research.
●Third-party data sharing: We may share de-identified location information with third-party partners (such as advertising and analytics service providers) for advertising, market research and data analysis purposes.
●Data security: We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect data security, but please note that no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.
5. Your Rights and Choices
●Location permission control: You can turn off the location service permissions for this app (“Phone GPS Tracker”) at any time in your device’s system settings, which will immediately stop us from collecting your real-time location data.
●Personalized ads: You can reset or disable the ad identifier in your device settings to limit interest-based ads.
●Data Deletion Request: Since this application does not require an account, you can remove local data using the "Clear App Data" function on your device.
●CCPA/GDPR Rights: Depending on your place of residence, you may have the right to access, correct, delete, or take your personal data with you.
6. International data transmission
Our servers and third-party service providers may be located outside your country, including the United States. We will ensure that appropriate protection is provided during transmission.
7. Children's privacy
This app is not suitable for children under the age of 13. We do not intentionally collect children's data. If you are a parent and believe we may have accidentally collected information about a child, please contact us immediately.
8. Changes to Privacy Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Updated policies will be communicated to you within the app or through other appropriate means.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this policy or data processing, please contact us through the following methods:
Email: nd5star.contact@gmail.com