Privacy Policy

Data Collection

Apakabar Guide collects and stores the following data to provide our service:

• Account Information: We use Google Sign-In for authentication. We receive and store your email address and user identifier from this service
• App Settings: Your preferences and interface settings
• Cached Content: Articles and audio files are cached locally on your device for offline access

How We Use Your Data

Your data is used exclusively for the following purposes:

• Service Delivery: To provide you with travel guide content
• App Improvement: To understand how users interact with the app and improve functionality
• Account Management: To authenticate you and manage your account using Google Sign-In

Data Security

We take data security seriously:

• Secure Authentication: We use Google Sign-In for secure authentication
• No Marketing Sharing: We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes
• Local Cache: Cached articles and audio are stored locally on your device and can be cleared at any time

Analytics

To improve our app and understand how it is used, we collect anonymous usage statistics:

• Firebase Analytics: We use Google Firebase Analytics to collect anonymized usage data
• Usage Patterns: We track general app usage patterns (e.g., which features are used most, app performance) to improve the app
• Anonymous Data: Analytics data is anonymized and cannot be linked to you personally

Device Permissions

Apakabar Guide may request the following permissions:

• Internet Access: Required to download articles and audio files
• Storage: Used to cache articles and audio for offline access
• Audio Playback: To play audio content
• Location (Optional): Only used for positioning the map feature when you choose to view spots by location. Location data is not stored or transmitted

Data Retention

Your data retention options:

• Active Accounts: Your account data is retained as long as your account is active
• Account Deletion: You can request account deletion by contacting us at info@apakabar.fm. All your personal data will be permanently deleted within 30 days
• Cached Data: Locally cached articles and audio can be cleared by uninstalling the app or clearing app data
• Analytics Data: Anonymous analytics data may be retained longer for statistical purposes

Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your data:

• Access: You can request a copy of all data we have stored about you
• Correction: You can update your preferences and settings at any time through the app
• Deletion: You can request complete deletion of your account and all associated data by contacting us
• Data Portability: You can request your data in a machine-readable format

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

• Google Sign-In: For authentication. Learn more at Google Privacy Policy
• Firebase Analytics: For anonymous usage statistics only. Learn more at Firebase Privacy Policy

Children's Privacy

Apakabar Guide is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new privacy policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date below.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this privacy policy, want to exercise your rights, or request account deletion, please contact us at:

info@apakabar.fm