Speedometer GPS Speed Tracker Privacy Policy
# Privacy Policy for Speedometer GPS: Speed Tracker
**Effective Date:** August 03, 2026
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## 1. Introduction
Welcome to Speedometer GPS: Speed Tracker.
Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how our app collects, uses, and protects information while you use our services.
By using the app, you agree to this Privacy Policy.
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## 2. Information We Collect
### No Personal Account Data Required
Our application does not require you to create an account or provide personal information such as your name, email address, or phone number.
### Location (GPS)
The app uses your device's GPS location **only** to:
* Measure your current speed
* Calculate distance traveled
* Record trip routes
* Display your position on the map
* Calculate average and maximum speed
**Important:** Your location data is:
- ✅ Processed **locally on your device only**
- ✅ **Never uploaded** to our servers
- ✅ **Completely under your control** - delete anytime
- ✅ **Not sold** to third parties
- ✅ **Not shared** with advertisers
Location tracking is **active ONLY when:**
- The app is open
- You manually start trip tracking
- You have explicitly enabled location services
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### Notifications
The app may request notification permission to:
* Show trip tracking status
* Display active GPS tracking alerts
* Send important app updates
**You can disable notifications anytime** from your device settings without affecting core functionality.
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### Device Activity (OPTIONAL)
**Step Counter & Activity Sensors:** This feature is entirely optional and disabled by default.
If you choose to enable activity tracking, the app may access:
* Step count data
* Distance estimation
**This data is:**
- ✅ Processed locally on your device
- ✅ Never uploaded anywhere
- ✅ Never shared with third parties
**You can disable this feature anytime** - the speedometer works perfectly without it.
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## 3. Data Storage
### Local Storage Only
* Trip history, routes, and app settings are stored **locally on your device**
* We **do not upload** your data to our servers
* Your data belongs to you
* You can export, back up, or delete your data anytime
### Data Deletion
To delete all app data:
1. Go to device **Settings > Apps > Speedometer GPS**
2. Tap **"Storage" > "Clear Data"**
3. All your trip history and settings will be permanently deleted
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## 4. Third-Party Services
This app uses Google services. Here's exactly what each one does:
### Google AdMob (Advertising)
AdMob displays ads in the app and may collect:
- Advertising ID
- Device type and OS version
- App interaction data
- Approximate location (region-level only, not precise GPS)
**You have control:**
- Reset your Advertising ID anytime in device settings
- Disable personalized ads: **Settings > Google > Manage your Google Account > Data & Privacy > Ad personalization**
**Google's Privacy Policy:** https://policies.google.com/privacy
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### Google Firebase (Analytics & Crash Reporting)
Firebase may collect anonymous crash data and app usage statistics to:
- Detect and fix app crashes
- Improve app performance
- Understand feature usage patterns
**Data collected is:**
- ✅ Anonymous (no personal information)
- ✅ Aggregated (not about you individually)
- ✅ Limited to app diagnostics only
**You can disable Firebase Analytics:**
1. Go to device **Settings > Apps > Speedometer GPS > Permissions**
2. Disable "Google Play Services" data collection (if available)
**Google Analytics Privacy:** https://policies.google.com/privacy
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### Google Maps SDK
Used for displaying maps and calculating routes.
**Google Maps Privacy:** https://policies.google.com/privacy
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## 5. Permissions Explained
| Permission | Why? | Necessary? |
|------------|------|-----------|
| **Fine Location (GPS)** | Measure speed accurately | ✅ Yes |
| **Foreground Service** | Keep GPS running during tracking | ✅ Yes |
| **Internet** | Fetch maps & download updates | ✅ Yes |
| **Network State** | Detect connection type | ✅ Yes |
| **Wake Lock** | Prevent screen from sleeping during tracking | ✅ Yes |
| **Notifications** | Alert user about tracking status | ⚠️ Optional |
| **Activity Recognition** | Step counter (disabled by default) | ❌ Optional |
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## 6. What We DON'T Collect
We **never** collect or use:
- ❌ Your name, email, or phone number
- ❌ Contacts or calendar data
- ❌ Photos or media files
- ❌ Call or message history
- ❌ Browsing history
- ❌ Financial information
- ❌ Biometric data (fingerprints, face, iris)
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## 7. Data Security
We protect your information through:
* Encrypted local storage (data on your device is protected)
* Secure HTTPS connections for any necessary server communication
* Regular security updates and bug fixes
* No storage of sensitive data on cloud servers
**However:** No method of electronic storage is 100% secure. We recommend:
- Keep your device OS and apps updated
- Use a device PIN or biometric lock
- Regularly back up your data
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## 8. Your Privacy Rights & Control
You have complete control:
✅ **Enable/Disable Features**
- Turn off Location: Settings > Apps > Permissions > Location
- Turn off Notifications: Settings > Apps > Notifications
- Turn off Activity Tracking: In-app settings
✅ **Access Your Data**
- All trip data is stored locally on your device
- Export trip history (if export feature available)
✅ **Delete Your Data**
- Clear app data anytime: Settings > Apps > Speedometer GPS > Storage > Clear Data
- Uninstall the app to delete everything
✅ **Opt Out of Tracking**
- Disable personalized ads in Google Settings
- Reset your Advertising ID
- Turn off Google Play Services tracking
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## 9. Children's Privacy
This application is **not intended for children under 13 years old**.
We do not knowingly collect any information from children. If you believe a child has used this app, please contact us to discuss appropriate usage.
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## 10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect:
- New features or functionality
- Changes in privacy laws
- Improvements to user privacy
**Any changes will:**
- Be posted on this page with a new Effective Date
- Include a clear notification in the app (if material changes)
- Require your consent (if legally required)
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## 11. Contact Us
**Questions about our privacy practices?**
📧 **Email:** codevexaapps@gmail.com
We'll respond to privacy inquiries within **7 business days**.
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## 12. Legal Compliance
This app complies with:
- Android Privacy Guidelines
- Google Play Store policies
- GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) - EU users
- CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act) - California users
- Local data protection laws
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**Summary:** We collect only what's necessary to run the app. Your GPS data stays on your device. You control everything. We don't sell your information.