Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Last Updated: January 1, 2025
Developer Information
Developer: IngressVC
Contact Email: privacy@ingressvc.com
Address: Available upon request
Privacy Contact: privacy@ingressvc.com
Data We Collect and Process
IngressVC is committed to transparency in our data practices. This privacy policy explains what data our Android applications collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your personal information.
Personal Data Collection
- Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your email address, username, and profile information you provide
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number (when voluntarily provided)
- Communication Data: Messages, feedback, and support requests you send to us
- Usage Analytics: App usage patterns, feature interactions, session duration, and crash reports
- Device Information: Device model, Android version, advertising ID, device identifiers
- Location Data: Precise or approximate location (only with explicit user permission)
- Photos and Media: Access to camera and photo library (only when required for app functionality)
How We Use Your Data
- Provide and maintain our app services
- Improve app functionality and user experience
- Communicate about app updates, features, and support
- Analyze usage patterns to enhance our services
- Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights
- Prevent fraud and ensure app security
Third-Party Data Sharing and Providers
We may share your data with the following categories of third parties:
- Analytics Providers: Google Analytics, Firebase Analytics (for usage insights)
- Cloud Services: Google Cloud Platform, Amazon Web Services (for data storage and processing)
- Advertising Partners: Google AdMob (if applicable, with user consent)
- Payment Processors: Google Play Billing (for in-app purchases)
- Crash Reporting: Firebase Crashlytics (for app stability)
All third-party providers are required to maintain the same level of data protection as outlined in this policy.
Data Retention and Deletion
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Data retention periods:
- Account Data: Until account deletion is requested
- Usage Data: 24 months maximum
- Crash Reports: 12 months maximum
- Support Communications: 3 years maximum
Your Privacy Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
- Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format
- Consent Withdrawal: Revoke consent for data processing
- Account Deletion: Permanently delete your account and associated data
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@ingressvc.com or use the account deletion feature within the app.
Account Deletion Process
As required by Google Play policies, we provide easy account deletion both within and outside the app:
- In-App: Go to Settings → Account → Delete Account
- Web-Based: Visit our account deletion page at ingressvc.com/delete-account
- Email Request: Send deletion request to privacy@ingressvc.com
Account deletion is permanent and cannot be undone. All associated data will be deleted within 30 days.
Children's Privacy
Our apps comply with COPPA and other children's privacy laws. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If you believe a child has provided personal information, contact us immediately.
International Data Transfers
Your data may be processed in countries outside your residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers in compliance with applicable data protection laws.