Privacy Policy for Linkedify

Effective Date: October 11, 2025

1. Introduction

Linkedify ("we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This privacy policy applies to the Linkedify mobile application (hereby referred to as "Application") created by Suresh Timma (hereby referred to as "Service Provider") as a Freemium service. This policy describes what information we collect, how we use it, with whom we share it, and what choices you have, in compliance with Google Play, AdMob, GDPR, and COPPA requirements.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect personal and device information including, but not limited to:

Personal Information:

Personal identifiers: Name, email address, phone number, age, education, address
Account information: LinkedIn profile data, user credentials
User-generated content: Posts, images, and other content created within the app

Automatically Collected Information:

Device information: Device ID, model, operating system version, language settings
Usage data: Pages visited, features used, time and date of visits, time spent in the app
Network information: IP address, network type
Location data: Approximate geographical location (if permitted by you)
Advertising identifiers: Advertising ID for ad personalization and analytics

We use Google services including AdMob, Firebase, Google Analytics, and Google Play Services that may collect data automatically as part of their operation.

3. How We Use Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

To provide, maintain, and improve Linkedify's features and functionality
To deliver and personalize advertisements via Google AdMob
To provide personalized content, relevant recommendations, and location-based services
For analytics, performance monitoring, and app safety
To analyze user behavior, identify trends, and improve overall performance
To detect, prevent, and address technical issues, security threats, and fraud
To communicate with you about important information, required notices, and marketing promotions
To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms of service

4. Disclosure to Third Parties

We share information with trusted third-party partners for specific purposes:

Google AdMob (Advertising Services):

We use Google AdMob to serve advertisements, which may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies
AdMob collects and processes device information (advertising IDs, IP addresses, demographic data) for ad delivery and measurement
AdMob and its partners may use personal and non-personal information for ad personalization (if enabled)

Other Third-Party Services:

Google Play Services - For app functionality and security
Firebase Analytics - For usage analytics and performance monitoring
Firebase Crashlytics - For crash reporting and app stability
Razorpay - For payment processing (premium subscriptions)

Service Providers:

We work with trusted service providers who process data on our behalf for:

Advertising and analytics purposes
App infrastructure and hosting
Customer support and communication

For more information on how Google uses data when you use our partners' sites or apps, visit:

Legal Requirements:

We may disclose your information:

As required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena or similar legal process
When we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others
To investigate fraud or respond to government requests

5. Use of AdMob (Google Advertising Services)

We use Google AdMob to display advertisements within the Application:

AdMob may use cookies, web beacons, and other tracking technologies to collect device information
Information collected includes advertising IDs, IP addresses, device type, and demographic data
AdMob and its partners may use this information for ad personalization, frequency capping, and measurement
Ad personalization is subject to user consent and device settings

Learn more:

6. Ad Personalization and Opt-Out

You have control over personalized advertising:

Mobile Device Settings:

Android: Go to Settings > Google > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization
iOS: Go to Settings > Privacy > Apple Advertising > Turn off Personalized Ads

Google Ad Settings:

Manage your ad preferences at: https://adssettings.google.com
Opt out of personalized ads across Google services

App Uninstallation:

You can stop all data collection by uninstalling the Application using standard device processes

Note: Opting out of personalized ads does not mean you will see fewer ads; you will still see the same number of ads, but they may be less relevant to your interests.

7. Data Retention and Deletion

We retain your information only as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes described in this policy
User-provided data is retained for as long as you use the Application and for a reasonable time thereafter
Automatically collected data may be retained for analytics and legal compliance purposes
You may request deletion of your personal data at any time by contacting us at work.shtim@gmail.com
We will respond to deletion requests within a reasonable timeframe (typically 30 days)
Some information may be retained as required by law or for legitimate business purposes

8. Children's Privacy (COPPA & Families Policy)

Age Restriction:

Linkedify is not directed to children under 13 years of age
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13
The Application is designed for adults and professionals

Parental Controls:

If you believe a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at work.shtim@gmail.com
We will promptly delete such information from our servers

Compliance:

Our ad networks (including AdMob) are Google Play certified and comply with COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act)
We comply with Google Play's Families Policy when serving ads to children or users of unknown age
Ad content is reviewed to ensure it's appropriate for all audiences

9. EU and EEA User Consent (GDPR)

For users in the European Union (EU), European Economic Area (EEA), and United Kingdom (UK):

Legal Basis for Processing:

Consent: We obtain your consent for storing cookies, advertising IDs, and serving personalized advertising
Contract: Processing necessary to provide our services
Legitimate Interests: For analytics, security, and app improvement

Your Rights Under GDPR:

Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data
Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate personal data
Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten")
Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time

Exercising Your Rights:

Contact us at work.shtim@gmail.com to exercise any of these rights
We will respond within 30 days of your request
You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority

Cookie Consent:

We obtain consent before storing cookies or advertising IDs on your device
You can manage or withdraw consent through app settings, device settings, or browser controls

10. Data Safety and Security

We are committed to protecting your information:

Security Measures:

Encryption: Data is encrypted in transit using SSL/TLS and at rest where appropriate
Access Controls: Limited access to personal data by authorized personnel only
Secure Storage: Data stored on secure servers with Firebase and Google Cloud
Regular Updates: We regularly update our security practices and app software
Monitoring: Continuous monitoring for security threats and vulnerabilities

Google Play Data Safety:

We follow Google Play's Data Safety requirements
All data collection and sharing practices are disclosed in our Play Store listing
We provide transparency about how user data is handled

Limitations:

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure
You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account credentials

11. Third-Party Services

The Application uses third-party services with their own privacy policies:

We recommend reviewing these third-party privacy policies to understand their data practices.

12. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence
We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers
For EU/EEA users, we comply with GDPR requirements for data transfers outside the EU

13. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or service offerings
We will notify you of significant changes by:
- Posting the updated policy in the Application
- Sending an in-app notification
- Updating the "Effective Date" at the top of this policy
Your continued use of the Application after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy
We encourage you to review this policy regularly

Last Updated: October 11, 2025

14. Your Consent

By downloading, installing, and using the Linkedify Application, you consent to:

The collection and use of information as described in this Privacy Policy
The processing of your personal data by us and our third-party partners
The use of cookies and similar technologies for analytics and advertising

You can withdraw your consent at any time by uninstalling the Application or contacting us at work.shtim@gmail.com.

15. Contact Us

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

Email: work.shtim@gmail.com
App Developer: Suresh Timma
Website: https://linkedify.app

We will respond to your inquiries within a reasonable timeframe, typically within 30 days.

16. Compliance Summary

This Privacy Policy complies with:

✅ Google Play Data Safety Requirements (2025)
✅ Google AdMob Privacy and Consent Requirements
✅ GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation - EU/EEA/UK)
✅ COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act - US)
✅ CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act - California, US)
✅ Google Play Families Policy
✅ ePrivacy Directive (Cookie Law - EU)