Privacy Policy

Effective Date: September 21, 2025

1. Introduction

Thank you for choosing Lekhan Mala ("we," "us," or "our"). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, process, and disclose your information, including personal information, in conjunction with your access to and use of Lekhan Mala.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide to Us

We do not require users to create accounts or provide personal information to use our app.

2.2 Information We Collect Automatically

  • Device Information: We collect device-specific information such as your operating system, hardware model, and unique device identifiers.
  • Usage Information: We collect information about how you use our app, including the content you view and features you access.
  • Log Information: Our servers automatically record information including your app activity and the date and time of your activity.
  • Advertising ID: We collect your device's advertising identifier for ad personalization and measurement.

2.3 Information Collected Through Third-Party Services

  • Google AdMob: Our advertising partner collects data for ad delivery, personalization, and measurement. This includes device information, app usage, and advertising interactions.
  • Google Analytics: We use analytics services to help us understand how users engage with our app. These services may collect information sent by your device.
  • Crash Reporting: We collect crash logs and error reports to improve app stability and performance.

3. How We Use Your Information

  • Provide, maintain, and improve our app
  • Develop new features and functionality
  • Understand and analyze how you use our app
  • Monitor and analyze usage patterns and trends
  • Detect, prevent, and address technical issues
  • Display relevant advertisements through Google AdMob
  • Measure ad performance and effectiveness
  • Provide personalized or non-personalized ads based on your preferences

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:

  • Google AdMob: Our advertising partner for ad delivery, personalization, and measurement. AdMob's privacy policy applies to their data collection and use.
  • Google Analytics: For app analytics and performance monitoring.
  • Service Providers: Companies who provide services on our behalf, such as analytics and advertising.
  • Compliance with Laws: We may disclose your information where required by law.
  • Business Transfers: If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

5. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, such as the right to access, correction, deletion, restriction, objection, and data portability. To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information in the "Contact Us" section.

5.1 Ad Personalization

You can control ad personalization through your device settings:

  • Android: Settings > Google > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization
  • iOS: Settings > Privacy & Security > Apple Advertising > Personalized Ads
  • Our app respects your device's ad personalization settings

5.2 Data Access and Deletion

You can request access to or deletion of your data by contacting us at xpoudel5@gmail.com. We will respond within 30 days.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect the security of your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

7. Children's Privacy

Our app is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe we have collected information from your child, please contact us.

7.1 Child Safety Measures

  • Content Rating: Our app is rated for ages 13+ (Teen)
  • Ad Content: All advertisements are filtered for age-appropriate content
  • Data Collection: Limited data collection for users under 16
  • Parental Controls: Available through device settings

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the Effective Date above.

9. Third-Party Links and Services

Our app may contain links to other websites or services that are not operated by us. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party services.

10. Advertising and Google AdMob

Our app displays advertisements through Google AdMob to support free access to our content. Here's what you need to know about our advertising:

10.1 Ad Types

  • Banner Ads: Displayed at the bottom of the home screen, refresh every 60 seconds
  • Interstitial Ads: Shown between content with 3-minute cooldown between ads
  • Ad Frequency: Controlled with time intervals to provide good user experience

10.2 Data Collection for Advertising

  • Device Information: For ad delivery and measurement
  • Usage Data: To show relevant ads and measure effectiveness
  • Advertising ID: For ad personalization (can be disabled in device settings)
  • Location Data: General location for ad targeting (country/region level)

10.3 Ad Personalization

You can control ad personalization through your device settings. Our app respects your device's ad personalization preferences and can serve both personalized and non-personalized ads.

10.4 Third-Party Advertisers

AdMob may work with third-party advertisers who may use technologies such as cookies and web beacons to collect information about your activities to provide you with advertising based on your interests and activities.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

  • Email: xpoudel5@gmail.com
  • Website: www.santoshpoudel1.com.np
  • Developer: Santosh Poudel
  • Response Time: Within 48 hours

12. Compliance

This privacy policy complies with:

  • GDPR: European General Data Protection Regulation
  • CCPA: California Consumer Privacy Act
  • COPPA: Children's Online Privacy Protection Act
  • Google Play Store: Privacy policy requirements
  • AdMob Policies: Google AdMob advertising policies