Privacy Policy for Smart Math Alarm

Last Updated: December 29, 2025

Introduction

Anuj Tirkey ("we," "our," or "us") operates the Smart Math Alarm mobile application (the "App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our App. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access or use the App.

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1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information Automatically Collected

When you use Smart Math Alarm, we may automatically collect certain information about your device, including:

• Device Information: Device model, operating system version, unique device identifiers
• Usage Data: App usage statistics, crash reports, and performance data
• Advertising ID: Google Advertising ID for ad personalization (you can reset this in your device settings)

1.2 Information You Provide

The App stores the following information locally on your device:

• Alarm Data: Alarm times, labels, difficulty settings, enabled/disabled status
• Statistics Data: Problem-solving statistics including total problems solved, streaks, solve times, and attempts
• App Preferences: User preferences and settings

Important: All alarm data and statistics are stored locally on your device using Android DataStore. We do not have access to this data, and it is not transmitted to our servers.

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2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected for the following purposes:

2.1 Essential App Functionality

• Schedule and trigger alarms at specified times
• Display math problems and track solving statistics
• Maintain alarm settings and user preferences
• Send notifications for active alarms

2.2 Advertising

• Display banner and interstitial advertisements through Google AdMob
• Personalize ads based on your Google Advertising ID (you can opt-out in device settings)
• Measure ad performance and analytics

2.3 App Improvement

• Analyze app usage patterns to improve functionality
• Debug and fix technical issues
• Monitor app performance and stability

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3. Permissions Required

Smart Math Alarm requires the following permissions to function properly:

Permission	Purpose
SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM	Schedule alarms at exact times
USE_EXACT_ALARM	Ensure alarms trigger at precise times
POST_NOTIFICATIONS	Display notifications for active alarms
VIBRATE	Provide vibration feedback for alarms
WAKE_LOCK	Wake device when alarm triggers
FOREGROUND_SERVICE	Keep alarm service running in background
USE_FULL_SCREEN_INTENT	Display full-screen alarm interface over lock screen
INTERNET	Load and display advertisements

These permissions are used solely for the purposes described above and are essential for the App's core functionality.

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4. Third-Party Services

Smart Math Alarm integrates the following third-party services:

4.1 Google AdMob

We use Google AdMob to display advertisements within the App. AdMob may collect and use data as described in their privacy policy:

• AdMob Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
• Google Advertising: https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads

AdMob may use cookies, device identifiers, and other technologies to:

• Serve personalized advertisements
• Measure ad performance
• Provide analytics data

You can opt-out of personalized advertising by:

1. Going to your device's Settings
2. Navigating to Google → Ads
3. Enabling "Opt out of Ads Personalization"

4.2 Google Play Services

The App uses Google Play Services, which may collect data as described in Google's privacy policy:

• Google Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

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5. Data Storage and Security

5.1 Local Storage

All alarm data, user statistics, and preferences are stored locally on your device using Android DataStore. This data:

• Remains on your device
• Is not transmitted to external servers
• Is deleted when you uninstall the App
• Can be cleared through the device's app settings

5.2 Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information:

• Data is stored using Android's secure DataStore mechanism
• No sensitive personal information is collected or transmitted
• Ad-related data is handled by Google's secure infrastructure

However, no method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

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6. Data Retention

• Alarm Data: Retained locally on your device until you delete alarms or uninstall the App
• Statistics: Retained locally on your device until you reset statistics or uninstall the App
• Ad Data: Managed by Google AdMob according to their retention policies

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7. Children's Privacy

Smart Math Alarm is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at anujwork34@gmail.com, and we will take steps to remove such information.

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8. Your Privacy Rights

You have the following rights regarding your data:

8.1 Access and Control

• View Data: All your alarm and statistics data can be viewed within the App
• Delete Data: You can delete individual alarms or reset all statistics through the App
• Complete Removal: Uninstalling the App removes all locally stored data

8.2 Advertising Choices

• Opt-Out: You can opt-out of personalized ads through your device settings
• Reset Advertising ID: You can reset your Google Advertising ID at any time

8.3 Data Portability

Since all data is stored locally on your device, you have full control over your data at all times.

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9. International Data Transfers

The App is available globally. If you access the App from outside India, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in locations where our service providers (such as Google) operate. By using the App, you consent to such transfers.

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10. 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 in the App
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Sending an in-app notification (for material changes)

You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted.

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11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights regarding your personal information:

• Right to Know: You have the right to request information about the personal information we collect
• Right to Delete: You can request deletion of your personal information
• Right to Opt-Out: You can opt-out of the sale of personal information (Note: We do not sell personal information)

To exercise these rights, please contact us at anujwork34@gmail.com.

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12. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Right of Access: Request access to your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of data processing
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
• Right to Object: Object to data processing
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us at anujwork34@gmail.com.

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13. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature. The App does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" signals as there is no industry standard for how such signals should be handled.

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15. Consent

By using Smart Math Alarm, you consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. If you do not agree with this policy, please uninstall the App and discontinue use.

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Thank you for using Smart Math Alarm!