Prepix ("we", "our", or "us") built the UP Home Guard Exam Prep mobile application as a free educational application supported by advertisements. This Service is provided by Prepix at no cost and is intended for use as is.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when users access or use our mobile application. By installing or using the app, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how information is handled when you use our application.
Information Collection and Use
While using our Service, we may collect certain information to improve the functionality, performance, and user experience of the application. The information collected may include non-personally identifiable data such as device information, usage statistics, and diagnostic data.
This information is primarily used for the following purposes:
- Improving app performance and stability
- Understanding user behavior to enhance learning features
- Delivering relevant advertisements
- Sending important notifications or updates
- Providing analytics and performance monitoring
Third-Party Services and SDKs
The application may integrate third-party services and software development kits (SDKs) provided by Google and Firebase. These services may collect certain information automatically in order to provide analytics, advertisements, cloud services, and messaging features.
The following services may be used within the application:
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Google Play Services
Provides essential background services required for Android applications including authentication, security, and system-level features.
Privacy Policy:
https://policies.google.com/privacy -
Google Analytics for Firebase (firebase-analytics)
Used to collect anonymized app usage data such as user interactions, device information, session duration, and feature usage. This helps us understand how users interact with the application so that we can improve performance and usability.
Service Information:
https://firebase.google.com/products/analytics -
Firebase Cloud Messaging (firebase-messaging)
Used to deliver push notifications related to application updates, educational announcements, and important information for users.
Service Information:
https://firebase.google.com/docs/cloud-messaging -
Firebase Firestore (firebase-firestore)
A cloud-hosted NoSQL database used for storing and syncing application data. In certain cases, this may include user progress data or app-related records if cloud-based features are implemented.
Service Information:
https://firebase.google.com/products/firestore -
Firebase In-App Messaging (firebase-inappmessaging-display)
Used to display contextual messages inside the application, such as feature announcements, helpful tips, or educational updates based on user engagement within the app.
Service Information:
https://firebase.google.com/products/in-app-messaging -
Google AdMob
AdMob is an advertising service provided by Google that allows us to display advertisements within the application. Advertising helps support the development and maintenance of the app while keeping it free for users.
AdMob Privacy Information:
https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads
Advertising and Advertising Identifiers
Google AdMob may use advertising identifiers such as the Android Advertising ID to provide personalized or contextual advertisements. These identifiers allow advertisers to deliver more relevant advertisements while helping measure advertising performance.
Users can control or opt out of personalized advertising through their device settings or by visiting the following page:
https://adssettings.google.com
Log Data
Whenever you use our Service, in the event of an application error, we may collect certain diagnostic information through third-party tools. This information is commonly referred to as Log Data.
Log Data may include:
- Device Internet Protocol (IP) address
- Device model and name
- Operating system version
- App configuration when using the Service
- Date and time of usage
- Crash reports and diagnostic information
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
This application does not directly use cookies. However, third-party services integrated into the application may use cookies or similar tracking technologies to collect information and improve their services, including advertising and analytics.
Data Security
We value your trust in providing information and take reasonable steps to protect it using commercially acceptable security practices. However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Links to External Websites
The application may contain links to third-party websites or external resources. These websites operate independently and have their own privacy policies. We strongly encourage users to review the privacy policies of any external websites they visit.
Children’s Privacy
Our application is not directed toward children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under 13 years of age. If we become aware that such information has been provided, we will promptly delete it from our systems.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or application functionality. Users are encouraged to review this page regularly to stay informed about how we protect their information.
Disclaimer
UP Home Guard Exam Prep is an independent educational application created solely for exam preparation purposes. This application is not an official government product and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to any government department, agency, or organization.
All information provided within the app is intended for educational and informational purposes only. While we strive to ensure accuracy, users are strongly encouraged to verify important information through official government sources.
Official Resources
Uttar Pradesh Government:
https://up.gov.in/en
Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment & Promotion Board:
https://uppbpb.gov.in/
Contact Us
If you have any questions, feedback, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or the application, please contact us:
Email: prepixofficial@gmail.com