Privacy Policy — ThotKam
ThotKam (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information across our websites and mobile applications published under the ThotKam developer account (including apps on Google Play).
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Personal Information (voluntary)
We may collect personal information you choose to provide, for example:
- Name and email (newsletter, contact forms, support requests)
- Account details if an app requires user registration
1.2 Non-Personal & Technical Information
We may automatically collect non-personal data such as device model, OS version, IP address, usage statistics, crash logs and anonymised analytics to improve our apps and services.
1.3 Cookies & Tracking (website)
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience, analyse traffic, and deliver ads. Third-party services (e.g., Google Analytics, AdSense) may collect additional information under their own policies.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Provide and improve our apps and website
- Send optional newsletters or notifications (only if you opt in)
- Analyse usage and performance, fix crashes and bugs
- Display advertisements in apps that include ads
- Comply with legal obligations
3. Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal data. We may share data with:
- Service Providers: hosting, analytics, crash reporting, email platforms.
- Legal Authorities: if required by law.
- Business Transfers: in the event of merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
4. Mobile App Specifics
For apps downloaded from Google Play:
- Permissions are requested only when necessary for app features.
- Apps may access device identifiers, usage data, crash logs, and may use analytics or crash reporting tools.
- Bluetooth and approximate location access may occur to support device discovery features (e.g., BLE). We do not store or track location data.
5. Permissions & Typical Use Cases
Depending on an app’s functionality, it may request permissions such as:
- Location (approximate) — used only for device discovery, BLE/Wi-Fi scanning, or location-based features when present.
- Bluetooth / Nearby devices — discover and connect to nearby hardware; no external sharing of Bluetooth data.
- Camera — for QR scanning or image capture; images are not collected or uploaded unless explicitly stated.
- Storage / Media — to save or load user-created files.
- Microphone / Sensors — only if the app provides audio/sensor features.
- Notifications — to deliver alerts and updates.
6. Advertising & Analytics
Some apps may show ads (AdMob/AdSense) or use analytics (Firebase, Google Analytics). These services may use cookies or identifiers to deliver and measure ads. See their privacy policies for details.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as needed to provide services or to meet legal requirements. Non-personal analytics data may be retained to improve products.
8. Security
We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect data. However, no system is 100% secure and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our apps are not intended for children under 13 unless explicitly stated. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
10. Your Rights
You may:
- Access, update, or delete personal information you provided
- Opt-out of marketing communications
- Decline or revoke permissions (some features may then not work)
- Disable cookies via your browser or device settings (website only)
11. Third-Party Links
Our apps or website may include links to third-party services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The revised policy will include a new “Last Updated” date.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions or requests about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:
Email: thotkam@googlegroups.com