This Privacy Policy (hereinafter the “Policy”) governs your use of software applications (“Applications”) for mobile devices owned and created by the brand CIK Apps (). This Policy sets out the following:
– What non-personal data we gather and process when you download and use our Applications; – The sources of this information and how it is utilized; – The methods available for you to exercise your data privacy rights; – Our commitment to fully meeting all applicable data protection regulations.
All data collection and processing fully respects international privacy legislation, including the EU GDPR and US CCPA standards.
Data Gathering and Utilization
User-Provided Information
Our Applications are designed not to gather or retain any direct identifiers (personal data) from you, such as:
– Full name, residential address, email, or phone number – Government identification or financial/payment details – Individual messaging content or application communication logs
Automatically Collected Information
Our Applications may automatically obtain the following non-identifiable technical data via app store mechanisms or embedded third-party software kits (SDKs):
– Device specifications (model and type) – Your Advertising Identifier (e.g., Apple IDFA or Google AAID) – Network address (IP address) – Operating system version and browser information – General app usage patterns and behavior
(Note: This approach is suspended for all apps designated under the Google Play Families Policy.)
Consent Management and User Control
To uphold global data privacy principles, every Application incorporates the Google Consent Management Platform (CMP). On the initial startup (and subsequently at regular intervals), you will be shown a Consent Form allowing you to:
– Accept or decline targeted/personalized advertisements – Review and manage the specific advertising technology partners used – Modify your privacy preferences via the dedicated “Manage Options” screen – Revoke your permission at any time through the in-app settings or by simply uninstalling the Application.
Consent Management and User Control
To uphold global data privacy principles, every Application incorporates the Google Consent Management Platform (CMP). On the initial startup (and subsequently at regular intervals), you will be shown a Consent Form allowing you to:
– Accept or decline targeted/personalized advertisements – Review and manage the specific advertising technology partners used – Modify your privacy preferences via the dedicated “Manage Options” screen – Revoke your permission at any time through the in-app settings or by simply uninstalling the Application.
Advertising Partners and Data Deletion Procedures
To keep our Applications free, they are monetized through various third-party ad platforms. Below are the key networks we integrate and how you can manage or request the erasure of your data from each:
AdMob by Google – Policy: www.google.com/policies/privacy/partners/
Data Deletion/Control: myadcenter.google.com or navigate to Google Account > Data & Privacy > Ad Settings
AppLovin Ads Network – Policy: legal.applovin.com/
Data Deletion: Send an email to dataprotection@applovin.com including your Advertising ID and app details
ironSource Ads Network – Policy: www.is.com/privacy-policy/
Data Deletion: Send an email to privacy@unity3d.com including your Advertising ID and app details
Equativ (Smart AdServer) – Policy: privacy.equativ.com
Data Deletion: Use their online form, providing your Advertising ID
OpenX Ads Network – Policy: www.openx.com/legal/privacy-policy/
Data Deletion: Submit a request through their dedicated Data Rights form with your Advertising ID
Chocolate Platform – Policy: www.chocolateplatform.com/privacy-policy/
Data Deletion: Send an email to privacy@chocolateplatform.com with your Advertising ID and app info
Fluct Ads Network – Policy: corp.fluct.jp/privacy/
Data Deletion: Send an email to privacy@fluct.jp with your Advertising ID and app details
Pangle Ads Network – Policy: www.pangleglobal.com/privacy
Data Deletion: Send an email to pangle_support@bytedance.com with your Advertising ID and the app name
Liftoff Monetize (formerly Vungle) – Policy: liftoff.io/privacy-policy/
Data Deletion: Send an email to privacy@liftoff.io with your Advertising ID and the app name
InMobi Ads Network – Policy: www.inmobi.com/privacy-policy/
Data Deletion: Send an email to privacy@inmobi.com or utilize their online request form
Mintegral Ads Network – Policy: www.mintegral.com/en/privacy/
Data Deletion: Send an email to privacy@mintegral.com with your Advertising ID and app name
Yandex Ads Network – Policy: yandex.com/legal/confidential/
Data Deletion: Use [yandex.com/support/common/troubleshooting/privacy.html](https://yandex.com/support/common/troubleshooting/privacy.html) or email privacy@yandex.com
Unity Ads Network – Policy: unity.com/legal/privacy-policy
Data Deletion: Send an email to dpo@unity3d.com with your Advertising ID and the app name
Managing Your Advertising ID on Android
You have the ability to erase or reset your device’s Ad ID to stop tracking:
- Navigate to Settings > Google > Ads
- Tap Delete Advertising ID (available on Android 12 and newer) or Reset Advertising ID
- You can also choose to enable the Opt out of Ads Personalization feature
Data Exchange and App Permissions
We do not directly distribute any personal data you may possess. Non-personal data is automatically transmitted to ad networks by their SDKs, only with the consent you grant via the Policy‘s consent mechanisms.
Our Applications may request necessary permissions (e.g., internet access) strictly for the purpose of displaying advertisements and conducting basic performance analysis.
We may analyze aggregated and anonymized usage metrics sourced from app stores or platforms to gain insights into overall Application utilization.
App Store Transparency Requirements
The following data points are collected as stated for compliance and essential function, as noted in this Policy:
- Estimated Location: Used for targeted advertising, general marketing analysis, and basic location-based analytics.
- User Identifiers: Employed for personalized ad delivery and developer-side analytics.
- In-App Activity: Tracked to monitor overall application usage and flow.
- App Information & Performance: Used for measuring stability, tracking performance metrics, and general troubleshooting.
- Device Identifiers (Other): Utilized for analytics and optimizing app performance across different devices.
Your Agreement
By continuing to use our Applications, you are indicating your agreement with this Policy and consent to:
– The utilization of cookies, SDKs, and analytical tools as detailed – Google’s operational terms and data handling practices – Data processing that aligns with the decisions made in the Consent Management Platform (CMP)
You maintain the right to retract your agreement at any time by using the in-app privacy controls or by removing the Application from your device.
Reach Out
For any questions or concerns regarding this Policy or your privacy, please contact us at: