GPlayer & Video Downloader Privacy Policy

Last updated: May 5, 2025

This privacy policy describes how GPlayer & Video Downloader ("we", "our", "the App") collects, uses, and shares information when you use our mobile application. By using the App, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

Data Controller

The data controller responsible for your personal data is Lin J, contactable at jaysen.dev@gmail.com.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

• Account information: When you sign in with Google, we receive your email address, profile name, and profile picture for authentication purposes.
• Purchase information: When you make in-app purchases, transaction data (purchase token, product ID, order ID) is processed by Google Play Billing. We do not store your payment card details.
• Subtitle search queries: When you use the subtitle download feature, your search queries (movie/TV show names) are sent to OpenSubtitles.org to find matching subtitles.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Media file metadata: The App reads media file names, duration, and resolution from your device storage to provide playback and library browsing features. This data stays on your device and is not transmitted to our servers.
• Device information: Advertising ID, device model, OS version, and screen resolution may be collected by third-party SDKs as described below.
• Network information: WiFi state and network connectivity status are checked to enable DLNA casting and content downloading features. This information is not transmitted externally.
• Download information: When you download videos, the App uses OkDownload library to manage downloads. Download URLs and progress data are processed locally and not transmitted to external servers.

2. Third-Party Services

The App integrates the following third-party services that may collect information as described:

3. How We Use Information

4. How Information Is Shared

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. Information may be shared only in the following circumstances:

• With the third-party services listed above, as described in their respective privacy policies
• If required by law, regulation, or legal process
• To protect the rights, property, or safety of our users or the public

4.1 International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using the App, you consent to the transfer of your information to:

• Google LLC (USA): AdMob, Firebase, Google Sign-In, and Play Billing data is processed in the United States. Google complies with the EU-US Data Privacy Framework. See Google's Data Privacy Framework commitments.
• OpenSubtitles (EU): Subtitle search queries are processed by OpenSubtitles.org servers.

5. Data Storage and Security

• Media file metadata and playback preferences are stored locally on your device only
• We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information
• No security system is impenetrable; we cannot guarantee absolute security

5.1 Data Retention

• Account data: Retained until you request deletion or delete your account
• Firebase Analytics data: Retained for up to 14 months, then automatically deleted per Google's retention policy
• AdMob data: Subject to Google's data retention policies
• Local data: Retained on your device until you uninstall the App or clear app data
• Purchase records: Retained as required by applicable law for financial record-keeping

6. Feature-Specific Privacy Information

6.1 DLNA Casting Feature

The DLNA casting feature uses your local WiFi network to discover compatible devices and stream media content. To enable this feature:

• The App starts a local HTTP server (NanoHTTPD) on your device to serve media files to casting devices over your WiFi network
• WiFi multicast and network state permissions are used for device discovery
• All casting traffic remains within your local network; no media data is transmitted to external servers
• Security note: The local HTTP server is accessible to any device on the same WiFi network while casting is active. We recommend using a trusted private WiFi network when using this feature. Avoid using public WiFi networks for casting.

6.2 Video Downloader Feature

The video downloader feature allows you to download video content for offline viewing:

• Download URLs and file data are processed locally by the OkDownload library
• Downloaded files are stored on your device's local storage
• No download history or URLs are transmitted to our servers
• You are responsible for ensuring you have the right to download any content

6.3 Subtitle Download Feature

The App can search and download subtitles from OpenSubtitles.org:

• Search queries (movie/TV show names, season/episode numbers) are sent to OpenSubtitles servers
• Downloaded subtitle files are stored locally on your device
• OpenSubtitles may log your IP address and search queries per their privacy policy

6.4 Built-in Browser

The App includes a lightweight browser for browsing web content:

• The browser module may request location permission if a website requests geolocation
• Browsing data is processed locally and not sent to our servers
• You can deny location permission to the browser at any time in your device settings

7. Children's Privacy

GPlayer is not directed at children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children:

• In the European Economic Area, this means children under 16 (or the lower age limit set by your country's law, which may be 13)
• In the United States, this means children under 13 (COPPA)
• If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal information in violation of this policy, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

8. Your Rights

8.1 GDPR Rights (European Economic Area)

If you are in the EEA, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing
• Portability: Request transfer of your data in a structured, commonly used format
• Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Withdraw consent: Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing carried out before withdrawal
• Right to complain: You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory data protection authority if you believe your data protection rights have been violated

8.2 CCPA Rights (California Residents)

If you are a California resident, under the California Consumer Privacy Act you have the right to:

• Right to Know: Request disclosure of what personal information is collected, used, or shared
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information
• Right to Opt-Out of Sale: We do not sell personal information. "Sale" under CCPA includes sharing information for cross-context behavioral advertising. AdMob may collect data for personalized ads; you can opt out by resetting your Advertising ID.
• Right to Non-Discrimination: You will not be discriminated against for exercising your rights

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at jaysen.dev@gmail.com.

8.3 Advertising Choices

You can opt out of personalized advertising by resetting your Advertising ID in your device settings:

• Android: Settings > Google > Ads > Reset advertising ID

8.4 Data Deletion

To request deletion of your account and associated data:

• Send a request to jaysen.dev@gmail.com with the subject line "Data Deletion Request" and the email address associated with your account
• We will process your request within 30 days
• Note: Data processed by Google services (AdMob, Firebase) is subject to Google's data retention policies

9. Automated Decision-Making and Profiling

We do not use your personal data for automated decision-making that produces legal or similarly significant effects. AdMob may use your Advertising ID and browsing activity for ad personalization (profiling), but this does not produce legal effects. You can opt out of ad personalization by resetting your Advertising ID as described in Section 8.3.

10. Permissions Used

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the App after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or your data, please contact us:

• Email: jaysen.dev@gmail.com