PRIVACY POLICY FOR Guide for Developers and Testers
Last Updated: December 09, 2025
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INTRODUCTION
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Welcome to Guide for Developers and Testers ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting
your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we collect, use, and safeguard
your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding
data collection, use, and disclosure when you use our mobile application
("App").
By using the Guide for Developers and Testers app, you agree to the collection and use of information
in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and
practices, please do not use our App.
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INFORMATION WE COLLECT
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1. PERSONAL INFORMATION
When you sign in to our App using Google Sign-In, we collect the following
information from your Google account:
- Email Address: Used for account identification and communication
- Name: Your display name from your Google account
- Profile Photo: Your Google profile picture URL (if available)
- User ID: A unique identifier assigned by Firebase Authentication
2. ACCOUNT INFORMATION
We store the following information related to your account:
- Points Data:
* Current points balance
* Total points earned
* Historical points data
- Onboarding Status:
* Whether you have completed the onboarding process
* Whether you have joined the required Google Group
* Whether you have completed Play Console setup steps
- Account Creation Date: The date and time when you first created your account
3. APP TESTING DATA
When you test apps through our platform, we collect:
- Test Records: Information about which apps you have tested
- Testing History: Records of your testing activities
- Points Earned: Points awarded for testing apps (50 points per app tested)
4. DEVELOPER-SUBMITTED APP INFORMATION
If you are a developer and submit an app for testing, we collect:
- App Name: The name of your application
- Developer Name: Your name or company name
- Play Store Link: The URL to your app on Google Play Store
- App Description: Description of your app
- App Icon: Image file of your app icon (stored as base64 encoded data)
- Package Name: The unique package identifier for your app
- Submission Date: When you submitted the app
5. DEVICE INFORMATION
We may automatically collect certain information about your device, including:
- Device type and model
- Operating system version
- App version
- Unique device identifiers
6. USAGE INFORMATION
We may collect information about how you interact with our App, including:
- Features you use
- Pages you visit
- Actions you take within the App
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HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
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We use the collected information for the following purposes:
1. Account Management: To create and manage your user account, authenticate
your identity, and provide access to App features.
2. Service Delivery: To provide, maintain, and improve our services, including:
- Connecting developers with testers
- Managing the app testing platform
- Tracking points and leaderboard rankings
- Facilitating communication between users
3. Points System: To track and manage your points balance, including:
- Awarding points for testing apps
- Deducting points when you submit apps for testing
- Displaying leaderboard rankings
4. Onboarding: To guide you through the initial setup process and ensure you
meet the requirements to use the App.
5. Analytics: To understand how users interact with our App and improve user
experience.
6. Communication: To send you important updates, notifications, and respond to
your inquiries.
7. Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal
processes.
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DATA STORAGE AND SECURITY
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DATA STORAGE
Your data is stored securely using Google Firebase services:
- Firebase Authentication: Handles user authentication and account management
- Cloud Firestore: Stores your user profile, app listings, and test records
All data is stored in Firebase's secure cloud infrastructure, which employs
industry-standard security measures.
SECURITY MEASURES
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to
protect your personal information, including:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Secure authentication protocols
- Regular security assessments
- Access controls and authentication requirements
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is
100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect
your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
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THIRD-PARTY SERVICES
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Our App uses the following third-party services that may collect information:
1. GOOGLE SERVICES
- Google Sign-In: For user authentication
- Firebase Services: For data storage and authentication
* Firebase Authentication
* Cloud Firestore
- Google Groups: For community onboarding (you may be directed to join a
Google Group)
These services are governed by Google's Privacy Policy:
https://policies.google.com/privacy
2. IMAGE PICKER
We use the image_picker package to allow you to upload app icons. Images are
processed and stored as base64-encoded data in our database.
3. URL LAUNCHER
We use the url_launcher package to open external links (such as Google Play
Store links). This service does not collect personal information.
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DATA SHARING AND DISCLOSURE
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We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We
may share your information only in the following circumstances:
1. PUBLIC INFORMATION:
- Your name and profile photo may be visible to other users on the
leaderboard
- App information you submit (app name, developer name, description) will
be visible to all users
2. SERVICE PROVIDERS: We may share information with third-party service
providers who perform services on our behalf (such as Firebase/Google),
subject to confidentiality agreements.
3. LEGAL REQUIREMENTS: We may disclose your information if required by law or
in response to valid requests by public authorities.
4. BUSINESS TRANSFERS: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of
assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
5. PROTECTION OF RIGHTS: We may disclose information to protect our rights,
privacy, safety, or property, or that of our users or others.
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YOUR RIGHTS AND CHOICES
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You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
1. ACCESS: You can access your personal information through your profile in
the App.
2. CORRECTION: You can update your profile information through the App
settings.
3. DELETION: You can request deletion of your account and associated data by
contacting us at mskvk9@gmail.com.
4. DATA PORTABILITY: You can request a copy of your data in a portable format.
5. OPT-OUT: You can stop using the App at any time. However, some information
may be retained for legal or legitimate business purposes.
6. ACCOUNT DELETION: To delete your account, please contact us at
mskvk9@gmail.com. Note that:
- Your account and personal data will be deleted
- Your testing history and points will be removed
- Apps you submitted may remain visible to other users (unless you request
their removal)
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CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
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Our App is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly
collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or
guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information,
please contact us immediately at mskvk9@gmail.com, and we will delete such
information.
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INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS
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Your information may be transferred to and stored on servers located outside
your country of residence. By using our App, you consent to the transfer of
your information to countries that may have different data protection laws
than your country.
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DATA RETENTION
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We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:
- Provide our services to you
- Comply with legal obligations
- Resolve disputes
- Enforce our agreements
When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal
information, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.
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CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
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We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any
changes by:
- Posting the new Privacy Policy in the App
- Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- Sending you an email notification (if we have your email address)
You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
Changes are effective when posted.
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YOUR CONSENT
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By using our App, you consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.
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CONTACT US
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If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy
or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: mskvk9@gmail.com
We will respond to your inquiries within a reasonable timeframe.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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POINTS SYSTEM
- You earn 50 points for each app you test
- You need 100 points to submit your own app for testing
- Points are deducted when you submit an app
- Points are tracked and displayed on the leaderboard
ONBOARDING REQUIREMENTS
To use the App, you must:
1. Sign in with your Google account
2. Join the required Google Group
3. Complete the Play Console setup steps
APP FUNCTIONALITY
- For Testers: Browse available apps, test apps, earn points, and view
leaderboard rankings
- For Developers: Submit apps for testing (requires 100 points), track your
app's testing status
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Effective Date: December 09, 2025
This Privacy Policy is effective as of the date listed above and applies to
all users of the Guide for Developers and Testers mobile application.
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