Surveyor

 # Privacy Policy for Surveyor

**Last Updated:** April 28, 2026  
**Effective Date:** April 28, 2026

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## 1. Introduction

Welcome to Surveyor ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our mobile application ("App"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in our data practices.

**Developer Contact Information:**
- **Email:** rektech.uk@gmail.com
- **Phone:** 7878959565
- **Website:** rektech.uk

By using our App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our App.

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## 2. Information We Collect

### 2.1 Personal Information
We may collect the following types of personal information:
- Name and contact information (email address, phone number)
- Account credentials (username, password)
- Profile information you provide
- Device information (device ID, operating system, app version)

### 2.2 Location Data
If our App requests location permissions, we will:
- Clearly explain why location access is needed
- Request only the minimum scope necessary for the feature
- Use the location button for precise location access when applicable
- Obtain explicit user consent before accessing location data
- Comply with Google Play's Location Permissions Policy

**Note:** We do not use geofencing through foreground services. If geofencing features are present, we use the official Geofence API.

### 2.3 Contacts Data
If our App requires access to your contacts:
- We will use the official Android Contact Picker for selective contact access
- We will only request broad contacts access if absolutely necessary for core app functionality
- We will clearly explain why contacts access is needed
- Explicit user consent will be obtained before accessing contacts

### 2.4 Photos and Videos
If our App requests access to photos and videos:
- We will clearly explain the purpose of access
- We will request only the minimum permissions necessary
- We comply with Google Play's Photo and Video Permissions policy

### 2.5 Health & Fitness Data
If our App collects health or fitness data:
- We will request granular permissions as required by Android 16+
- We will clearly disclose all health data types collected
- We will NEVER use sensitive health data for:
  - Determining employment eligibility
  - Insurance eligibility decisions
  - Unauthorized social sharing
- We comply with Health Connect data type requirements

### 2.6 Automatically Collected Information
We may automatically collect:
- App usage statistics and analytics
- Crash reports and performance data
- Device information (model, OS version, unique identifiers)
- IP address and general location (country/region)

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## 3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- To provide and maintain our App's functionality
- To improve user experience and app performance
- To respond to user inquiries and provide customer support
- To send important notifications about the App
- To detect, prevent, and address technical issues
- To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms

**We will NEVER:**
- Sell your personal information to third parties
- Use your data for purposes not disclosed in this policy
- Collect data silently or through hidden means
- Share your data without your explicit consent (except as required by law)

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## 4. User Consent Requirements

In compliance with Google Play policies, we obtain user consent as follows:

### 4.1 Consent Dialog Requirements
All consent requests will:
- Be presented using clear, unambiguous consent dialogs
- Require affirmative user action (tapping to accept or checking a box)
- NOT assume that navigating away counts as consent
- NOT use expiring messages or auto-dismissing dialogs

### 4.2 Explicit Consent
We obtain explicit consent for:
- Collection of personal and sensitive data
- Access to device permissions (location, contacts, camera, etc.)
- Third-party data sharing
- Use of tracking technologies and analytics

You can withdraw consent at any time through the App settings or by contacting us.

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## 5. Data Sharing and Third Parties

### 5.1 Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services for:
- Analytics and app performance monitoring
- Cloud storage and hosting
- Authentication services
- Advertising (if applicable)

**All third-party services:**
- Are carefully vetted for privacy compliance
- Are disclosed in our Data Safety section
- Require explicit user consent before data sharing
- Comply with applicable privacy regulations

### 5.2 Advertising and Tracking
If our App displays advertisements:
- We comply with Google Play's Families and Ads policies
- We do NOT use personalized ad targeting for users under 12 years old
- We provide transparent information about ad-serving SDKs
- Users can opt out of personalized advertising through device settings

### 5.3 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government regulation, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.

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## 6. Data Storage and Security

### 6.1 Security Measures
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:
- Encryption of data in transit (SSL/TLS)
- Secure data storage with encryption at rest
- Regular security audits and updates
- Access controls and authentication mechanisms

### 6.2 Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to:
- Provide our services
- Comply with legal obligations
- Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

You can request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us.

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## 7. Children's Privacy

Our App is not intended for children under the age of 13 (or applicable age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

### 7.1 Age Restrictions
If our App contains age-restricted content or features:
- We implement effective age-gating mechanisms
- We prevent minors from accessing restricted features
- We comply with "Restrict Minor Access" requirements in Play Console

If we discover that we have collected information from a child without proper consent, we will delete that information immediately.

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## 8. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

### 8.1 Access and Portability
- Request access to your personal data
- Request a copy of your data in a portable format

### 8.2 Correction and Deletion
- Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
- Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten")

### 8.3 Opt-Out Rights
- Opt out of marketing communications
- Disable analytics and tracking (where applicable)
- Revoke app permissions through device settings

### 8.4 How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at:
- **Email:** rektech.uk@gmail.com
- **Phone:** 7878959565

We will respond to your request within 30 days.

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## 9. Data Safety Declaration

In compliance with Google Play's Data Safety requirements, we maintain an accurate and up-to-date Data Safety section in the Play Store that includes:
- Exact types of data we collect
- How data is used and shared
- Security practices we implement
- Whether data collection is optional or required

**Important:** Google cross-references our Data Safety declarations with our App's actual permissions and SDK behaviors. We ensure complete accuracy and transparency.

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## 10. International Data Transfers

If you are located outside the country where our servers are located, your information may be transferred internationally. We ensure that:
- Adequate safeguards are in place for international transfers
- Data protection standards are maintained
- Compliance with applicable international privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA, etc.)

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## 11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect:
- Changes in our data practices
- New features or services
- Legal or regulatory requirements
- User feedback and best practices

**Notification of Changes:**
- We will notify you of material changes through the App or via email
- The "Last Updated" date at the top will be revised
- Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

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## 12. Compliance with Google Play Policies

This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with all applicable Google Play Store policies, including:

### 12.1 New Policies (April 2026)
- ✅ Contacts Permissions Policy
- ✅ Account Transfer Policy

### 12.2 Updated Policies
- ✅ Location Permissions Policy (with location button support)
- ✅ Geofencing via official Geofence API only

### 12.3 Clarifications
- ✅ Photo and Video Permissions compliance
- ✅ Age-restricted content handling

### 12.4 Health & Fitness Guidelines
- ✅ Granular permissions for Android 16+
- ✅ Prohibited use cases compliance
- ✅ High-sensitivity data protection

### 12.5 Key Privacy Principles
- ✅ Accurate data collection declarations
- ✅ Minimal necessary permissions
- ✅ Up-to-date Data Safety section
- ✅ Explicit user consent for all data collection
- ✅ No silent or hidden data collection
- ✅ Transparent privacy practices

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## 13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

**Surveyor App - Privacy Team**
- **Email:** rektech.uk@gmail.com
- **Phone:** 7878959565
- **Website:** rektech.uk

**Response Time:** We aim to respond to all privacy inquiries within 48-72 hours.

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## 14. Legal Compliance

This Privacy Policy complies with:
- Google Play Store Policies (April 2026 update)
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
- Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)
- Other applicable international privacy laws

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## 15. Dispute Resolution

If you have a complaint about our privacy practices:
1. Contact us directly at rektech.uk@gmail.com
2. We will investigate and respond within 30 days
3. If unresolved, you may file a complaint with your local data protection authority

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**Acknowledgment:**
By using the Surveyor App, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy.

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*This Privacy Policy was last updated on April 28, 2026, and reflects the latest Google Play Store policy requirements announced on April 15, 2026.*