Privacy Policy

1. Information Collection and Use

We collect and use certain permissions and personal information to provide a seamless experience and enhance app functionality. Below is a detailed explanation of the permissions we require and how they are used:

Device & App History

• Retrieve running apps: This permission helps optimize app performance and detect conflicts with other applications.

Location

• Approximate location (network-based) & Precise location (GPS and network-based): This helps provide location-based services and improve user experience.

Phone

• Directly call phone numbers: Allows users to make calls from within the app.
• Read phone status and identity: Required for handling network-related functionalities and ensuring a smooth user experience.

Photos/Media/Files & Storage

• Read, modify, or delete the contents of your USB storage: This enables users to upload and manage files within the app.

Camera

• Take pictures and videos: Allows users to capture media directly within the app for profile setup or other features.

Microphone

• Record audio: Enables voice-based features such as voice input and calls.

Wi-Fi Connection Information

• View Wi-Fi connections: Used for network optimization and connectivity checks.

2. Access to Activity Data

We request Activity Recognition permission (android.permission.ACTIVITY_RECOGNITION) to analyze movement patterns and enhance app functionality in the following ways:

• Healthcare Services (Arogya Foundation): Monitoring steps and movement to provide better health assessments and recommendations.
• Cultural Promotion (SHSS): Tracking participation in cultural events, workshops, or interactive experiences.
• Quality Control & Research (Ekal Sansthan): Improving research, development, and policy-making based on anonymized activity data.

We do not use this data for tracking users outside the app, nor do we share it with third parties for advertising purposes.

3. Data Security

We take appropriate security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

4. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services to improve our app functionality, such as Google Analytics, Firebase, or other APIs. These third parties have their own privacy policies regarding how they use such information.

5. Data Retention & Deletion

We retain user data only for as long as necessary to provide the service. If you wish to delete your data, you can contact us at kamal@simpel.ai.

6. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. Users will be notified of any changes through the app or other appropriate means.

7. Contact Us

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

Email: kamal@simpel.ai

Website: Our Panel

App Link: eKalarogya on Google Play