Privacy Policy for FastMax Inc Applications

Last Updated: October 19, 2025

1. Introduction

FastMax Inc ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how our applications handle information and what choices you have.

2. Information Collection and Use

Our applications do NOT directly collect, store, or process any personal information from users. However, we use third-party services that may collect certain information to provide their services.

2.1 Advertising Services (Google AdMob)

We use Google AdMob to display advertisements in some of our applications. AdMob may automatically collect:

• Device Information: Device model, operating system version, unique device identifiers
• Advertising ID: Google Advertising ID (can be reset in device settings)
• IP Address: For approximate location (country/city level only, not precise GPS)
• Ad Interaction Data: Which ads you view or click (for ad performance measurement)
• App Usage: Time spent in app, app version

Purpose: To show relevant advertisements and measure ad performance.

AdMob Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

2.2 File Storage & Downloads

Some of our applications may allow you to download files (such as game mods, resources, or content). When using download features:

• Files are hosted on secure cloud storage services (such as Firebase Storage or similar services)
• Downloads are processed directly from cloud storage to your device
• You control where files are saved on your device using Android's Storage Access Framework
• We do NOT track what files you download or access
• We do NOT store any download history or usage patterns
• Downloaded files remain on your device only and are not uploaded or shared
• You can delete downloaded files at any time through your device's file manager

2.3 Analytics (If Applicable)

Some applications may use analytics services to understand app performance and crashes:

• Crash Reports: Anonymous crash data to fix bugs
• Usage Statistics: Which features are used (no personal identification)
• Performance Metrics: App loading times, performance issues

All analytics data is anonymous and aggregated.

3. GDPR Compliance & User Consent

We are committed to complying with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other privacy regulations worldwide.

3.1 For Users in the European Economic Area (EEA) and UK:

• Applications will display a consent dialog on first launch using Google's User Messaging Platform (UMP)
• You have the right to accept or reject personalized advertising
• Your consent choices are stored locally on your device
• You can change your consent preferences at any time via app settings or privacy options
• The app functions normally regardless of your consent choice
• Non-personalized ads will be shown if you do not consent to personalized advertising

3.2 Your Privacy Rights:

• Right to Access: Request information about data collected (note: our apps do not collect personal data)
• Right to Deletion: Uninstall the app to remove all locally stored data
• Right to Object: Opt-out of personalized ads via:
  • App Privacy Settings/Options (if available in the specific app)
  • Google Ad Settings: https://adssettings.google.com/
  • Device Settings → Privacy → Ads
• Right to Restrict Processing: Disable ad personalization via Google settings
• Right to Data Portability: Not applicable as we don't store your personal data
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Change consent choices anytime in app settings

3.3 Consent Management:

We use Google User Messaging Platform (UMP) to manage user consent:

• Automatically detects user location
• Shows appropriate consent forms based on local privacy regulations
• Stores consent status locally on your device
• Does not transmit personal information during consent process
• Complies with IAB Transparency & Consent Framework (TCF)

4. Permissions We Use

Our applications may request the following Android permissions. Permissions are only requested when necessary for app functionality:

4.1 Common Permissions:

• INTERNET - Required to display advertisements and download content
• ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE - To check internet connectivity before loading ads or downloading files

4.2 Download-Related Permissions (If App Has Download Features):

• FOREGROUND_SERVICE - To display download progress notifications
• FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC - Required for Android 14+ to run download service in background
• POST_NOTIFICATIONS - To notify you about download status and completion (Android 13+)

Note: These permissions are only used to provide download functionality and do not access any personal information.

5. Third-Party Services

Our applications may integrate the following third-party services. Each service has its own privacy policy:

5.1 Google AdMob

• Purpose: Display advertisements
• Data Collected: Device info, Advertising ID, IP address, ad interaction data
• Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
• Opt-Out: https://adssettings.google.com/

5.2 Firebase (Google Cloud Services)

Some applications may use Firebase services for hosting content and files:

• Purpose: Cloud storage, content delivery, crash reporting
• Data Collected: Temporary request metadata (IP address, timestamp) for file delivery only
• Privacy Policy: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy

5.3 Google Play Services

• Purpose: Core Android services required for ads and other Google features
• Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

5.4 Google User Messaging Platform (UMP)

• Purpose: GDPR consent management
• Data Collected: Consent preferences (stored locally)
• Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

6. How We Use Information

Since we do not directly collect personal information, there is nothing for us to use. However, third-party services use collected data for:

• AdMob: Showing relevant advertisements, measuring ad performance, preventing fraud
• Firebase: Delivering downloaded content, improving service reliability
• Analytics (if used): Understanding app usage patterns, fixing bugs, improving user experience

7. Data Sharing

We do NOT sell, trade, or transfer your information to third parties. However:

• Ad Networks: AdMob may share data with advertising partners for ad serving purposes
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect rights and safety
• Service Providers: Google (for hosting, ads, analytics) processes data on our behalf

8. Data Security

We take appropriate measures to protect information:

• All network communications use HTTPS encryption
• We use Google's secure infrastructure (Firebase, AdMob, Play Services)
• No personal user data is stored on our servers
• Consent preferences are stored locally on your device using secure Android APIs
• Downloaded files are saved to locations you choose using Android's secure Storage Access Framework
• We implement industry-standard security practices for all cloud services
• Regular security updates and patches

9. Data Retention

• Our Servers: We do not retain any personal data
• Your Device: Consent preferences and downloaded files remain until you uninstall the app or delete them manually
• Third-Party Services: Each service has its own retention policy (see their privacy policies)

10. Children's Privacy

Our applications are NOT knowingly directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

• We do not knowingly collect data from users under 13
• If you are a parent/guardian and believe your child provided information, please contact us
• We will promptly delete any inadvertently collected children's data
• Our apps show ads compliant with Google's families policies when applicable

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed in countries outside your own. We rely on:

• Google's global infrastructure with appropriate safeguards
• Standard Contractual Clauses for GDPR compliance
• Google's EU-US Data Privacy Framework certification

12. Your Choices & Controls

You have several options to control your privacy:

12.1 Ad Personalization:

• Use in-app privacy settings (if available)
• Visit Google Ad Settings
• Reset your Advertising ID in device settings
• Enable "Opt out of Ads Personalization" in device settings

12.2 Consent Changes:

• Access privacy options within the app (usually in Options/Settings menu)
• Clear app data to reset consent (Settings → Apps → [App Name] → Clear Data)

12.3 Data Deletion:

• Uninstall the app to remove all local data
• Delete downloaded files through your device file manager

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of changes by:

• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Posting the new policy at this URL
• Showing an in-app notice for significant changes (when applicable)

Continued use of our applications after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Third-Party Links

Our applications may contain links to external websites or resources. We are not responsible for:

• Privacy practices of third-party websites
• Content or services provided by external sites
• Data collected by linked websites

We encourage you to review privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

15. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

• Email: fastmaxinc@gmail.com
• Developer: FastMax Inc
• Response Time: We aim to respond within 48 hours

16. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

For users in the EEA/UK, our legal basis for processing is:

• Consent: For personalized advertising (you can withdraw anytime)
• Legitimate Interest: For non-personalized ads, app functionality, and security
• Contract: To provide the app services you requested

17. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have additional rights:

• Right to Know: What personal information is collected (we collect none directly)
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of information (uninstall app)
• Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of "sale" of personal information (we don't sell data)
• Non-Discrimination: We don't discriminate based on privacy choices

18. Consent

By downloading, installing, or using our applications, you consent to:

• This Privacy Policy and its terms
• Collection and use of information as described
• Third-party services' data practices