Privacy Policy

Apeeto Apps - Privacy Policy


Individuals' privacy is respected and safeguarded by Apeeto apps on all official websites and user communities associated with the program. 


Our apps were released as free downloads. Apeeto Apps is providing this service at no cost, and it is meant to be used exactly as is. If someone chooses to use our service, the website, this page is meant to notify website visitors about our policies regarding the collection, use, and sharing of Personal Information. You consent to the collection and use of information about this policy if you choose to use our service. We use the Personal Information we collect to run the Service and make it better. Your information won't be used or disclosed to third parties unless specified in this privacy statement.


SCOPE OF PRIVACY POLICY

This privacy policy explains the nature, purpose and scope of the collection and processing of personal data for the applications available under the following links:



2 - DATA PROCESSING OPERATIONS

2.1 - FIREBASE HOSTING

Our apps use content from and link to websites hosted with Firebase Hosting, a service provided by Google LLC (“Google”). Hereby user data is send to the Firebase Hosting servers including IP addresses and user agent information. Firebase Hosting uses IP addresses of incoming requests to detect abuse and provide us with detailed analysis of usage data. The IP addresses are temporarily stored by Firebase hosting for several months. For more information see https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy/.

2.2 - GOOGLE ADSENSE

We use Google AdSense and show personalized ads within our apps to finance our development where apps are provided free of charge. Google AdSense stores user data including IP address and other personal data which can be used to identify the user’s browser for the purpose of billing advertisers for ad clicks and detecting fraudulent clicks. The IP address will be anonymized after 9 months. For more information about Google AdSense and how to opt-out of personalized ads see https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites.

2.3 - GOOGLE ANALYTICS FOR FIREBASE

We use Google Analytics for Firebase to learn more about how our users interact with our apps. This helps us to improve our apps in areas where they are most relevant to our users. Anonymous data about how users behave is automatically sent to Google Analytics for Firebase servers. Such data includes Mobile ad IDs, IDFVs/Android IDs, Instance IDs, Analytics App Instance IDs and the type (EAN, UPC, QR, ..) of scanned barcodes. For more information see Data collection. Sent data DOES NOT include the content of the scanned barcode or any other personal information such as name, email address or phone number. The ID-associated data will be stored for 60 days. Aggregated reporting and campaign data will be stored for up to 14 months. The collection of data can be deactivated in the settings of our barcode scanner apps by unchecking “Usage statistics”.

2.4 - FIREBASE REMOTE CONFIG

We use individual app configurations for our users with the aid of Firebase Remote Config, for example to show country-specific website links. Firebase Remote Config uses Instance IDs to select configuration values to return to end-user devices. These Instance IDs will be stored up to 180 days.

2.5 - CRASHLYTICS

We use "Crashlytics" from Google. Crashlytics identifies software errors and their causes. Crashlytics collects the following data: device state information, device type, device ID and stores it anonymously for up to 3 years. The purpose of the data collection is the identification of software errors and their causes. For more information about the Crashlytics privacy notices see https://try.crashlytics.com/terms/privacy-policy.pdf



Types of Data Collected



Categories of Personal Information that We Collect or Send Among the types of Personal Information that the Applications collects intentionally, by itself or through third parties, are:


• Audio files

• Music files

• Videos

• Calendar data

• Contacts

• Camera media

• Storage data

• Precise Location information

• Reminders

• Device ID

• Installed Apps

• Phone Numbers



The Applications may collect, create, and/or receive the following information:


Contact Information: We may collect your email address or phone number. This information may be required to enter into an agreement with you, provide our services, and communicate with you effectively.


Precise Location Data/Location Information: We may collect geographical information about where you interact with our Applications using your computer and mobile devices. This information may be used to determine your general geographic location, comply with data protection regulations, and offer you content that is tailored, localized, and personalized.


Device ID: We may collect data from your computer or mobile device, including hardware and software information (such as your operating system and browser type) and unique device IDs for our applications. This information is necessary to provide you with the best possible experience, ensure compatibility, and deliver updates to our services.


Installed Apps: The Applications may share information about installed apps as part of its features.


We gather personal data from multiple channels, including direct interactions with you, data generated during our engagement, and information from external sources like public databases and third-party services. This data may contain identifiable information about you. Certain legal or contractual obligations may necessitate the collection of specific personal data from you. Failure to provide this information could hinder our ability to fulfill our commitments to you. We will always notify you if particular data is mandatory and explain the implications of not providing it.


Please note that the collection of these types of personal information is primarily for the purpose of enabling and enhancing the functionality of the Applications. We may use the collected information to improve our services, personalize your experience, and communicate with you effectively. Your personal information will not be sold, rented, or otherwise shared with third parties for marketing purposes without your consent.


You may withdraw by not proceeding to using services and products of Apeeto Apps.


Information Collected by Voice Gps Navigator & Satellite Finder:


Our apps may attain some non-personal data to enhance the user experience on the services and products that it provides. Non-personal data may include: browser type, device version, type of device and IP address. Please note that this statistical data will solely be used to analyse demographical progress. This will help our apps in identifying target markets and certain areas to focus and bring improvement to. Our apps may ask users to provide contact information for surveys and communication for future prospects and expectations of users from the developers. Statistical data may also include high scores, timings and user activities on the services and products to boost up the environment.


Information Collected by Smart Mobile Switch:


We collect personal data from a variety of sources, including directly from you, the information generated during our relationship with you, and information from other sources, such as public databases and third-party services. This personal data may include information that can be used to identify you. We may also be required to collect certain personal data from you by law or as a part of our contractual relationship. If you do not provide this information, it may prevent us from fulfilling our obligations. When we collect your personal data, we will inform you if certain data is required and the consequences of not providing it.


How We Use Your Data and The Basis of Usage


We need to have your explicit consent to share your Personal Data. The user data accessed by the permissions are used to complete the direct transfer between two devices, and user data is not uploaded on our server at any time.


Subscription Options


The subscription options provided adhere to the terms outlined in the Apple End User License Agreement (EULA).


    Yearly Premium Access


    Monthly Premium Access


    Yearly Premium Access with Free Trial


    Monthly Premium Access with Free Trial



Disclaimer: For the Monthly Premium Access with Free Trial subscription, please note that once the user signs up for the subscription and the free trial ends, they will be automatically charged unless they cancel their subscription within the free trial period.




Apeeto Apps may ask for Permissions like:


Location Permission & Voice Permission:


- Microphone permission is use for accessing and recording microphone audio from the User's device and converts into text.


- Approximate location permission is used for accessing the User's approximate device location. Our Applications may collect, use, and share User location Data in order to provide location-based services. 3 - Precise location permission is used for accessing the User's precise device location. Our Applications may collect, use, and share User location Data in order to provide location-based services.


- Collect or Send Precise Location Data:


Smart Mobile Switch will access your "Locations" to use a hotspot for data transfer.


- Collect or Send Categories of Personal Data:


Smart Mobile Switch will securely access the "Personal Data" categories selected to transfer to the other device.


- Device ID Access/Collection Permission:


Smart Mobile Switch will access your "Device" to use hotspot/Wi-Fi for data transfer.


- Audio Access/Collection Permission:


Smart Mobile Switch will access your "Audio Files" from the Music Library to transfer them to the other device.


- Calendars Access/Collection Permission:


Smart Mobile Switch will access your "Calendars" to transfer it to the other device.


- Camera Roll Access/Collection Permission:


Smart Mobile Switch will access your "Camera Roll" to transfer pictures to the other device.


- Contacts Access/Collection Permission:


Smart Mobile Switch will access your "Phone Contacts" to remove duplicates and transfer the rest to the other device.


- Photo Library Access/Collection Permission:


Smart Mobile Switch will access your "Photo Library" to transfer pictures to another device.


- Reminders Access/Collection Permission:


Smart Mobile Switch will access your "Reminders" to transfer it to the other device.


- Text Messages Access/Collection Permission:


Smart Mobile Switch will access your "Text Messages" to transfer them to the other device.


- SMS/MMS Access/Collection Permission:


Smart Mobile Switch will access your "SMS/MMS" to transfer it to the other device.


- Storage Access/Collection Permission:


Smart Mobile Switch will access your "Storage" to transfer various types of media files to the other device.


*Please note that revoking such permissions might impact the proper functioning of this Application.*



Other Non-Critical Permissions being used in our apps :


- Internet and WiFi Connectivity: This Permission's purpose is solely internet connectivity of the applications only.




Use and disclose of the information collected:


Our apps collect information only to improve the design of services and products to garner more target audience. Our apps guarantee to users that any data gathered via services or social media platforms is completely encrypted and hashed via the appropriate channels. Our apps take immense measures to safeguard all the information and prevent unauthorized access.


However, on certain occasions, Our apps may disclose information to third parties for advertising purposes. Our apps use ad campaigns and utilities to steer its products forward on the market and also for revenue generation functions. Users’ information may be collected to tailor the advertisements that may interest them. We also advise the users to take necessary precautions when asked for information by third parties which are governed under their policies. Please read those policies carefully and then proceed.


*Users Have the Right to Know Whether Their Data is Sold*


We may use your data for the following purposes:


Identification and authentication:  To verify your identity, create a profile for you, and ensure the security of your data when you register with us, access and use our services, or otherwise engage with us. This is necessary to provide the requested service.


Contractual obligations: To fulfill our contractual obligations to you under our terms and conditions of use or to take steps at your request before entering into such a contract.


Service operations: To provide the services you request, such as connecting you with other users. We may also use information about the other apps you have installed to provide the app's core functionality, a peer-to-peer transmission service.


Service improvements: To analyse usage information, including site analytics, to continually improve the user experience.


Communications: To provide information about changes to the terms and conditions, updates regarding our services, or responses to questions you pose.


Advertising and marketing: To build a profile about you, understand your preferences, and determine which marketing materials would be of interest to you. Where the law requires, we will obtain your consent before sending such marketing materials.


Exercising our rights: To exercise our legal rights where it is necessary, for example, to detect, prevent, and respond to intellectual property infringement claims or violations of law.


Complying with our obligations: To carry out fraud prevention checks or comply with other legal or regulatory requirements when required by law.


Customizing your experience: To improve your experience of the services, such as by providing interactive or personalized elements and content based on your interests.




Security and Safety:


We value your confidence in entrusting us with your personal data. We are therefore looking for commercially viable ways to safeguard it. However, keep in mind that there is no 100% safe and dependable way to transmit data over the internet or store electronic files, and we are unable to ensure complete security. 



Children’s privacy policy:


We do not knowingly collect personally identifying information from children under age of 13. Please notify us if you, as a parent or guardian, become aware that a child has given us personal information. If we learn that data is being collected from minors without the consent of their parents, we are required to delete any relevant information from our services. 



Amendment to the Privacy Policy:


The Owner reserves the right to change this privacy policy at any time by giving notice to its Users on this page and possibly within this Application and/or - as far as technically and legally feasible - sending a notice to Users via any contact information available to the Owner. It is strongly recommended to check this page often, referring to the date of the last modification listed at the bottom. In order to suggest variations, amendments and changes to our current privacy policy, feel free to write, email or contact appitoapps@gmail.com.