Last Updated: 29-05-2025
Introduction
At The Quill Magazine (“we,” “us,” or “our”), your privacy is our priority. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect the information you provide when using our mobile applications, websites, and services (collectively, the “Services”). By using our Services, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Continued use of our Services after changes means you accept the updated policy. Please review this policy periodically for updates.
1. Information We Collect
Personal Information
We do not collect personal information unless explicitly stated and with your consent. Personal information may include:
- Contact Information: Email address, names, etc.
- Geolocation Information: With your permission, to provide location-based services such as navigation or live updates. You can disable location access via your device settings.
- Device Information: Device ID, operating system version, and related technical data.
Non-Personal Information
We collect non-personal data to improve our Services and app features, including:
- Application Usage Data: Usage frequency, feature preferences, error logs, etc.
- Advertising Data: Device identifiers used by third-party advertising services.
2. Permissions and Usage
Our applications may request permissions to enhance your user experience. These permissions will only be accessed with your consent and are necessary for specific app functions. Examples include:
- Storage Access: To save or load content on your device (e.g., images). Files are not uploaded to our servers.
- Location Access: For location-based features like navigation.
- Camera and Microphone: For capturing photos, videos, or voice input, used solely within the app.
- Notifications: To send you updates or offers, manageable via your device settings.
- Network and Connectivity: To optimize app performance and check network status.
- Bluetooth, Fingerprint, and Other Functional Permissions: For app-specific features such as device connectivity or authentication.
(For a full list of permissions and their usage, please refer to the detailed section in the original policy.)
3. Precise Location Collection
Precise location data is collected only when you actively use location-based features and give explicit consent. This data enhances accuracy in services like navigation. You may revoke location access anytime through your device settings. Location data is not stored or shared unless required for the service.
4. Sensitive Personal Information
Certain features may require sensitive data such as geolocation or travel information. We handle this data securely and in compliance with applicable laws. You have the right to access, correct, or delete such information by contacting us.
5. User Rights
We respect your rights under applicable privacy laws, including GDPR, CCPA, LGPD, and VCDPA. Your rights include:
- Access: Request the personal data we hold about you.
- Correction: Update inaccurate personal data.
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data.
- Knowledge: Know if and how your data is shared or sold.
- Opt-Out: Opt out of the sale of your personal information (we do not sell without your consent).
Additional rights for Brazilian users (LGPD) include data portability and withdrawing consent.
To exercise your rights, please contact: maavuz@gmail.com.
6. Data Retention
- Personal Data: Retained only as long as necessary or until you request deletion.
- Non-Personal Data: Retained indefinitely for analytics and service improvement, unless you opt-out.
7. Data Security
We employ reasonable security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access. However, no system is entirely secure. Please use our Services understanding this risk.
8. Data Sharing & Advertising
We use Google AdMob for advertising, which may utilize non-personal data like device IDs. We do not share or sell your personal information for advertising without your consent.
You can opt out of personalized ads via your device settings or the Google Ads Settings page.
9. Third-Party Services
Our Services may contain links to third-party sites or services not controlled by us. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before using them.
10. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
California residents may:
- Request details about data sharing for direct marketing.
- Request that their personal data not be sold (we do not sell without opt-in).
- Access, delete, or correct their personal information.
To exercise your rights, contact maavuz@gmail.com.
You may also opt out of targeted advertising via:
- Google Ad Settings
- Network Advertising Initiative – Opt Out
- Your Online Choices – Opt Out
11. European Union Residents (GDPR Rights)
EU residents have rights to:
- Access, correct, or delete personal data.
- Object to processing or withdraw consent.
Contact maavuz@gmail.com to exercise these rights.
12. Virginia Privacy Rights (VCDPA)
Virginia residents have similar rights to access, delete, correct data, and opt out of sale or sharing.
13. Data Controller
Maavuz Saif is the Data Controller responsible for data processing decisions at The Quill Magazine.
Contact:
Email: maavuz@gmail.com
Address: Ground Floor, Plot 16, E-11/3 Markaz, MPCHS, E-11, Islamabad
14. Data Protection Officer (DPO)
Maavuz Saif also serves as the Data Protection Officer (DPO) ensuring compliance with privacy laws.
Contact: maavuz@gmail.com
15. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If discovered, we will delete such data immediately upon notification.
16. Contact Information
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact:
Company Name: The Quill Magazine
Contact Person: Maavuz Saif
Email: maavuz@gmail.com
Address: Ground Floor, Plot 16, E-11/3 Markaz, MPCHS, E-11, Islamabad