Privacy Policy UP Scholarship Regi- स्टेटस

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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: [24/01/2025]

UP Scholarship Regi- स्टेटस  ("we," "our," or "us") values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application ("App"). Please read this policy carefully to understand our views and practices regarding your information.

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1. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of information:

a. Personal Information

Information that identifies you as an individual, such as:

• Name
• Email address (if provided)

b. Device Information

• Device model
• Operating system
• Unique device identifiers (e.g., IMEI, advertising IDs)
• IP address

c. Permissions

When you use our app, we may request access to the following features of your device:

1. Location: Used to provide location-based services and targeted advertisements.
2. Microphone: Used for features that require audio input (e.g., voice recording or commands).
3. Notifications: Used to send you updates, alerts, or promotional messages.
4. Camera: Used for taking photos, videos, or scanning documents as part of app features.

d. Usage Data

• Interaction data (e.g., button clicks, feature usage).
• Crash reports and diagnostics.

e. Advertising Data

We collect data through advertising partners like Start.io and IronSource, including:

• Ad impressions and clicks.
• Demographic and interest data.

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2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Provide and maintain our app’s functionality.
• Personalize your experience.
• Improve app performance and fix issues.
• Send notifications and updates.
• Serve personalized ads through Start.io and IronSource.
• Comply with legal obligations.

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3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share data in the following cases:

1. With Advertising Partners:
   • Start.io and IronSource may collect advertising data to deliver relevant ads.
   • These partners may use cookies, device identifiers, or similar technologies for targeted advertising.
2. With Service Providers:
   • For hosting, analytics, and crash reporting.
3. When Required by Law:
   • To comply with legal obligations, court orders, or requests from authorities.

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4. Advertising and Third-Party Partners

Our app includes ads from third-party networks:

1. Start.io: Enables interest-based advertisements.
   • Learn more: Start.io Privacy Policy
2. IronSource: Delivers rewarded and interstitial ads.
   • Learn more: IronSource Privacy Policy

Opt-Out Options:

• You can opt out of personalized ads through your device settings by resetting your advertising ID or enabling "Limit Ad Tracking."

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5. Data Storage and Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide app functionality . 

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6. Security of Your Information

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access. However, no method of transmission over the internet is secure.

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8. Children’s Privacy

Our app is not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe your child has provided us with information, contact us for removal.

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9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the app signifies acceptance of the updated policy.

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10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

• Email: [play store contact us section]

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This Privacy Policy complies with applicable regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), where applicable.

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