Privacy Policy for Indian VPN

Last Updated: November 21, 2024

This Privacy Policy describes how Indian VPN ("we", "our", or "the app") handles information when you use our mobile application.

1. Information We Collect

Indian VPN is designed with privacy in mind. We collect minimal information necessary for the app to function:

• VPN Connection State: The app stores locally on your device whether the VPN is currently connected or disconnected. This information is used solely to maintain the app's user interface state.
• App Preferences: Technical settings such as DNS preferences and network configuration are stored locally on your device.

We do NOT collect:

• Personal information (name, email, phone number)
• Browsing history or web traffic data
• Location data
• Device identifiers
• Any analytics or tracking data

2. How We Use Information

Any information stored locally is used exclusively for:

• Maintaining VPN connection state
• Providing app functionality (connect/disconnect)
• Displaying connection statistics (duration)
• Managing the auto-disconnect timer feature

All data remains on your device and is never transmitted to external servers.

3. Data Storage and Retention

All data collected by Indian VPN is stored locally on your device using Android's SharedPreferences system. This data:

• Is stored only on your device
• Is automatically deleted when you uninstall the app
• Is not backed up to cloud services
• Is not accessible to other apps

4. Data Sharing

We do NOT share your data with:

• Third-party services
• Advertising networks
• Analytics providers
• Data brokers
• Any external parties

Your VPN connection data remains private and is not shared with anyone.

5. VPN Service

When you use Indian VPN:

• Your internet traffic is routed through a VPN server located in India
• The VPN service operates according to standard VPN protocols
• We do not log your internet activity or browsing history
• We do not monitor or inspect your network traffic

6. Permissions

Indian VPN requires the following permissions:

• INTERNET: Required to establish VPN connection
• FOREGROUND_SERVICE: Required to maintain VPN connection in background
• POST_NOTIFICATIONS: Required to show VPN connection status
• RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED: Optional - allows VPN to auto-start on device boot (can be disabled)
• VPN Service Permission: Required by Android system for VPN functionality

All permissions are used solely for VPN functionality and are not used for data collection or tracking.

7. Children's Privacy

Indian VPN is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your locally stored data (via app settings)
• Delete all data by uninstalling the app
• Control VPN connection (connect/disconnect at any time)
• Disable auto-start feature if desired

9. Security

We implement appropriate technical measures to protect your data:

• All data is stored locally on your device
• Data is not transmitted over the network
• Standard Android security practices are followed

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

11. Contact Us

This privacy policy is effective as of November 21, 2024.