Last updated: March 8, 2025
Guruz VPN
("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting
your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share
information when you use our mobile application (Guruz VPN) (the
"App"). By using the App, you agree to the terms of this Privacy
Policy.
1.0 Information We Collect
We collect information to provide and improve our App, serve ads, and comply with legal obligations. The types of information we collect depend on how you use the App and your consent preferences.
1.1
Information Collected by AdMob and UMP SDK
Our App
uses Google AdMob to display ads and the User
Messaging Platform (UMP) SDK to manage user consent for data
collection. The following information may be collected:
- Device Information: Device type, operating system,
unique device identifiers (e.g., Advertising ID), and mobile network
information.
- App Activity: Interactions with the App,
such as ad clicks, impressions, and session duration.
- Location Information: Approximate location (if
permitted by the user) for ad personalization.
- Consent Status: Whether the user has consented
to personalized ads.
1.2 Information Collected by Firebase Analytics
- Device Information: Device type, operating system,
and unique device identifiers (e.g., Android Advertising ID).
- App Activity: User interactions with the
App, such as screen views, button clicks, and session duration.
- Location Information: Approximate location (if
permitted by the user).
- Crash Data: Information about app crashes
and errors.
2. How We
Use Information
2.1 To Serve Ads
We use AdMob and the UMP SDK to:
- Display personalized or
non-personalized ads based on user consent.
- Measure ad performance and
analyze user interactions with ads.
2.2 Analytics and
Improvement
We use Firebase Analytics to:
- Analyze how users interact with
the App.
- Monitor App performance and
diagnose issues (e.g., crashes).
- Improve the App’s functionality and user experience.
3. How
Information Is Shared
We may share
information with third parties in the following circumstances:
·
Advertisers and Ad Networks: AdMob shares data
with third-party advertisers and ad networks to serve and measure ad
performance.
·
Analytics Providers: We share App usage data with Google Firebase Analytics to
analyze user behavior and improve the App. Firebase Analytics may also share
this data with other Google services for analytics and advertising purposes.
· Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights and safety.
4. User
Consent and Choices
4.1 Consent for
Personalized Ads
Our App uses the UMP SDK to request user consent for
personalized ads. You can:
- Grant Consent: Allow AdMob
to collect and use data for personalized ads.
- Deny Consent: Opt out of personalized ads. Non-personalized ads will still be displayed.
4.2 Managing Consent
You can change your consent preferences at any time through
the App's settings or by reinstalling the App.
4.3 Opting Out of
Interest-Based Ads and Firebase Analytics
You can opt out of interest-based ads and Firebase
Analytics by adjusting your device settings:
- On Android: Go to Settings
> Google > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization.
Note: Opting out of Ads Personalization will also disable personalized ads in the App.
5. Data
Retention
·
AdMob Data: Google retains AdMob data for up to 13 months for personalized
ads and 2 months for non-personalized ads, unless you request deletion.
· Firebase Analytics Data: Firebase Analytics retains data for up to 14 months by default, unless you request deletion.
6. Data
Security
We
take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access,
use, or disclosure. Data transmitted to AdMob and Firebase is encrypted in
transit using HTTPS. However, no method of transmission over the internet or
electronic storage is 100% secure.
7.
Children’s Privacy
Our App is
not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect
personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have
collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.
8.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
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. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
9.
Third-Party Services
Our App uses the following third-party services:
- Google AdMob: For serving
ads. Learn more about AdMob’s privacy practices here.
- Google UMP SDK: For managing
user consent. Learn more about Google’s privacy practices here.
- Firebase Analytics: For analyzing App usage and performance. Learn more about Firebase’s privacy practices here.
10. Your Rights Under
GDPR
If you are located in the EEA or UK, you have the following
rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: Request a
copy of your data.
- Rectification: Request
correction of inaccurate data.
- Erasure: Request
deletion of your data.
- Restriction: Request
restriction of processing your data.
- Objection: Object to the
processing of your data.
- Portability: Request
transfer of your data to another service.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at techguruzgh@gmail.com.
Users outside the EEA/UK can also contact us to request
data deletion.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us at:
Email Address: techguruzgh@gmail.com