Privacy Policy for Amino Acids OTG
Last Updated: July 4, 2025
Japality Limited, a company incorporated in Hong Kong (“we,” “us,” or “our”), is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application, Amino Acids OTG (the “App”). By using the App, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the App.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information to provide and improve the App’s functionality, primarily to deliver educational content about amino acids and display advertisements. The types of information we collect include:
1.1 Information Collected Automatically
- Device and Usage Information: When you use the App, we or our third-party partners (e.g., Google AdMob) may collect:
- Device or Other IDs: Such as the Advertising ID, to deliver personalized advertisements.
- App Activity: Such as page views, interactions (e.g., ad clicks), and installed apps, to analyze usage and optimize ad performance.
- App Info and Performance: Such as crash logs, diagnostics, and performance data, to improve the App’s stability.
- Approximate Location: Derived from your IP address or device settings, for ad personalization (e.g., region-specific ads).
- This data is collected automatically via the App’s integration with Google AdMob and is not directly linked to your personal identity.
1.2 Information Stored Locally
- Preferences: The App stores settings, such as language preferences or progress, locally on your device. This data is not sent to us or third parties.
1.3 No Personal Information
- The App does not collect sensitive personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, or financial details.
- The App does not require account creation or login, so no account-related data is collected.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- To Provide Advertisements: Device IDs, app activity, and approximate location are used by Google AdMob to deliver relevant ads.
- To Improve the App: Crash logs and performance data help us enhance the App’s functionality and user experience.
- To Personalize Your Experience: Local preferences (e.g., language settings) tailor the App’s content to your choices.
- To Comply with Legal Obligations: We may process data to meet requirements under applicable laws, such as Hong Kong’s Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (PDPO).
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your data. We may share data as follows:
- With Third-Party Service Providers: We use Google AdMob to serve ads. Google AdMob collects and processes data as described in their Privacy Policy. This data is shared with Google and its partners for ad delivery and analytics.
- For Legal Reasons: We may disclose data if required by law, such as in response to a court order or regulatory request in Hong Kong or other jurisdictions.
- Business Transfers: If Japality Limited is involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your data may be transferred, subject to applicable privacy laws.
4. Data Security
- Encryption: All data collected by Google AdMob is encrypted in transit using HTTPS.
- Local Storage: Data stored locally remains on your device and is protected by your device’s security features.
- Limitations: While we take reasonable measures to protect your data, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure. Japality Limited is not liable for unauthorized access beyond our reasonable control.
5. Your Rights and Choices
You have certain rights regarding your data, subject to applicable laws (e.g., PDPO, GDPR, CCPA):
- Opt-Out of Personalized Ads: Reset your Advertising ID or opt out of personalized ads via your device settings (e.g., Android’s “Opt out of Ads Personalization”).
- Clear Local Data: Uninstall the App or clear the App’s data to delete locally stored preferences.
- Request Data Deletion: Since the App does not collect personal information or store data on our servers, there is no personal data for us to delete. For ad-related data, contact Google AdMob or adjust your device settings.
- Access and Correction: You may request access to or correction of any personal data we hold (if any) by contacting us (see Section 8).
6. International Users
- The App is operated by Japality Limited in Hong Kong and subject to Hong Kong law.
- Data collected by Google AdMob may be processed in the United States or other countries. By using the App, you consent to the transfer of your data to these jurisdictions, subject to applicable privacy laws.
- For users in the European Economic Area (EEA) or California, we comply with GDPR and CCPA requirements, such as obtaining consent for ad data collection (where applicable).
7. Children’s Privacy
The App is not intended for children under 13 (or 16 in the EEA). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided data, contact us, and we will take appropriate action.
8. Contact Us
For questions, complaints, or to exercise your data rights, contact Japality Limited:
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in the App’s functionality or legal requirements. The updated policy will be posted on our website, and the “Last Updated” date will be revised. Continued use of the App constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
10. Governing Law
This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of Hong Kong. Any disputes will be resolved in the courts of Hong Kong, to the extent permitted by applicable law.