Shenzhen Anghui Electronic Technology Co., Ltd. built the SmartBT iPlug app as a Free app. This SERVICE is provided by Shenzhen Anghui Electronic Technology Co., Ltd. at no cost and is intended for use as is.

This page is used to inform visitors regarding our policies with the collection, use, and disclosure of Personal Information if anyone decided to use our Service.

If you choose to use our Service, then you agree to the collection and use of information in relation to this policy. The Personal Information that we collect is used for providing and improving the Service. We will not use or share your information with anyone except as described in this Privacy Policy.

The terms used in this Privacy Policy have the same meanings as in our Terms and Conditions, which is accessible at SmartBT iPlug unless otherwise defined in this Privacy Policy.

Information Collection and Use

For a better experience, while using our Service, we may require you to provide us with certain personally identifiable information. The information that we request will be retained by us and used as described in this privacy policy.

Types of Data We Collect:

• Device Information: Device model, operating system version, device identifiers, installed applications list (for compatibility purposes)
• Bluetooth Device Information: Names and identifiers of connected Bluetooth devices, connection status, device capabilities
• App Usage Data: Feature usage statistics, app performance metrics, crash reports and error logs
• Network Information: IP address, network type, connection status (for app functionality and error reporting)
• Location Data: As described in the Location Information section below

How We Use Collected Data:

• To provide and maintain our Bluetooth connectivity service
• To improve app performance and fix technical issues
• To ensure compatibility with different devices and Android versions
• To provide customer support when needed
• To comply with legal requirements and protect user safety

Location Information

Our app uses Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) functionality to scan for nearby Bluetooth devices. On Android 6.0 (API level 23) and higher, Bluetooth scanning requires location permission due to Android's security policies. This is a system requirement imposed by Google's Android operating system, not a choice made by our application. We may collect and use both approximate and precise location information solely for the purpose of enabling Bluetooth device discovery and connection functionality.

Why We Need Location Permission:

• Android system requires location permission for BLE scanning to prevent malicious apps from using Bluetooth to track users' physical location
• This permission is mandatory for any app that performs Bluetooth device scanning on Android 6.0+
• We do not use location data for any purpose other than Bluetooth functionality

The location information collected includes:

• Approximate location data (network-based) required for Bluetooth scanning operations
• Precise location data (GPS-based) when available for enhanced Bluetooth functionality
• Location data is processed locally and not stored permanently on your device
• Location data is not transmitted to our servers or any third parties
• Location data is not used for advertising, analytics, or any other commercial purposes
• Location data is not shared with other applications on your device

Your Control Over Location Data:

• You can disable location permissions in your device settings at any time
• Disabling location permissions will prevent the app from discovering and connecting to Bluetooth devices
• You can choose to grant either approximate or precise location permissions based on your preference
• You can revoke location permissions without affecting other app functionality

Data Processing: Location information is only accessed when you actively use the Bluetooth scanning feature. The data is processed in real-time and is not stored on your device or transmitted anywhere. Once the Bluetooth operation is complete, the location data is discarded.

Log Data

We want to inform you that whenever you use our Service, in a case of an error in the app we collect data and information (through third party products) on your phone called Log Data. This Log Data may include information such as your device Internet Protocol (“IP�) address, device name, operating system version, the configuration of the app when utilizing our Service, the time and date of your use of the Service, and other statistics.

Cookies

Cookies are files with a small amount of data that are commonly used as anonymous unique identifiers. These are sent to your browser from the websites that you visit and are stored on your device's internal memory.

This Service does not use these “cookies� explicitly. However, the app may use third party code and libraries that use “cookies� to collect information and improve their services. You have the option to either accept or refuse these cookies and know when a cookie is being sent to your device. If you choose to refuse our cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of this Service.

Service Providers and Data Sharing

We may employ third-party companies and individuals due to the following reasons:

• To facilitate our Service;
• To provide the Service on our behalf;
• To perform Service-related services; or
• To assist us in analyzing how our Service is used.

Third-Party Services We Use:

• Crash Reporting Services: We may use third-party crash reporting services (such as Firebase Crashlytics) to collect crash logs and error reports to improve app stability. These services may collect device information, app version, and error details.
• Analytics Services: We may use analytics services to understand app usage patterns and improve user experience. These services collect anonymized usage statistics.
• Push Notification Services: If applicable, we may use push notification services to send important updates to users.

Data Sharing Policy:

• We only share data with third parties that are necessary for app functionality
• All third-party service providers are required to maintain the same level of data protection
• We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties
• Location data is never shared with third parties
• Bluetooth device information is processed locally and not transmitted to external servers

We want to inform users of this Service that these third parties have access to your Personal Information only to the extent necessary to perform the tasks assigned to them on our behalf. However, they are obligated not to disclose or use the information for any other purpose.

Security

We value your trust in providing us your Personal Information, thus we are striving to use commercially acceptable means of protecting it. But remember that no method of transmission over the internet, or method of electronic storage is 100% secure and reliable, and we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

Location Data Security: Location information collected for Bluetooth functionality is processed locally on your device and is not transmitted to our servers. We implement the following security measures for location data:

• Location data is only accessed when Bluetooth scanning is actively in use
• No location data is stored permanently on your device or our servers
• Location permissions are requested only when necessary for Bluetooth operations
• You can revoke location permissions at any time through your device settings
• Location data is not shared with third parties or used for any purpose other than Bluetooth functionality

Links to Other Sites

This Service may contain links to other sites. If you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that site. Note that these external sites are not operated by us. Therefore, we strongly advise you to review the Privacy Policy of these websites. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services.

Data Retention and Deletion

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy. Our data retention practices include:

• Device Information: Retained for the duration of app usage and up to 2 years after last use for compatibility and support purposes
• Bluetooth Device Information: Stored locally on your device and deleted when you uninstall the app or clear app data
• Crash Reports and Error Logs: Retained for up to 1 year to improve app stability
• Location Data: Not stored permanently - processed in real-time and discarded immediately after use
• Usage Analytics: Anonymized data retained for up to 2 years for service improvement

You can request deletion of your personal data by contacting us at the email address provided below. We will process your request within 30 days.

Your Data Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request information about what personal data we have collected about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal requirements)
• Portability: Request a copy of your personal data in a structured format
• Objection: Object to processing of your personal data for certain purposes
• Withdrawal: Withdraw consent for data processing where consent is the legal basis

To exercise these rights, please contact us at yibaolin545@163.com. We will respond to your request within 30 days and may require verification of your identity.

Children’s Privacy

These Services do not address anyone under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under 13 years of age. In the case we discover that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we immediately delete this from our servers. If you are a parent or guardian and you are aware that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so that we will be able to do necessary actions.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. Thus, you are advised to review this page periodically for any changes. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page.

This policy is effective as of 2025-10-11

Contact Us

If you have any questions or suggestions about our Privacy Policy, do not hesitate to contact us at yibaolin545@163.com.

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