Privacy Policy

Last Updated: [12/3/2025]

Hi Browser (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application (“Hi Browser” or “the app”). This policy complies with Google Play Developer Policies and the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). By using the app, you consent to the practices described below.

1. Scope & Legal Basis

This policy applies to all users of Hi Browser. We process personal data under the following lawful bases under GDPR:

• Consent: For optional features (e.g., location services).
• Contractual Necessity: To deliver core app functionality.
• Legitimate Interests: For analytics, security, and service improvement.
• Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws.

2. Data We Collect

2.1 Data You Provide

• Account Information: Email address, username (if voluntarily provided during registration).
• Support Requests: Information shared when contacting our support team.

2.2 Automatically Collected Data

• Device & Usage Data:
  • Device model, OS version, IP address, browser type.
  • App interactions (e.g., features used, session duration).
  • Crash reports and error logs (via Firebase Crashlytics).
• Location Data: Only collected with explicit consent for localized features (e.g., regional search results).

2.3 Cookies & Tracking Technologies

• Cookies: Anonymous identifiers to analyze usage patterns and personalize content.
• Third-Party Tools: Services like Google Analytics collect aggregated data for performance monitoring.

3. How We Use Your Data

• Core Services: Enable browsing features, bookmarks, and account management.
• Analytics: Improve app performance, fix bugs, and optimize user experience.
• Security: Detect and prevent fraud, unauthorized access, or breaches.
• Legal Compliance: Fulfill regulatory obligations or respond to lawful requests.

4. Data Sharing & Third Parties

We do not sell your data. Limited sharing occurs with:

• Service Providers:
• Analytics: Google Analytics, Firebase.
• Cloud Storage: AWS, Google Cloud.
• Customer Support: Zendesk, Freshdesk.
• Legal Authorities: When required by law (e.g., court orders). All third parties are bound by strict data protection agreements.

5. International Data Transfers

Data may be transferred outside the EU/EEA. We ensure safeguards such as:

• GDPR-Approved Mechanisms: Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or Privacy Shield certification (where applicable).

6. Data Retention

• Personal Data: Retained only as long as necessary (e.g., account data until deletion).
• Analytics Data: Anonymized and stored for up to 12 months.
• Location Data: Deleted after 30 days unless required for legal purposes.

7. Security Measures

We implement technical and organizational safeguards, including:

• Encryption: SSL/TLS for data transmission.
• Access Controls: Restricted access to sensitive data.
• Regular Audits: Vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.

8. Your Rights (GDPR)

You may:

• Access or rectify your data.
• Delete or restrict processing of your data.
• Object to processing or withdraw consent.
• Request data portability (machine-readable format).

To exercise these rights, contact us at redfoxunitedinc@gmail.com. We respond within 30 days.

9. Children’s Privacy

Hi Browser is not intended for users under 16. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. Parents/guardians may contact us to request deletion of unintentionally collected data.

10. Policy Updates

We may update this policy to reflect legal or operational changes. Significant updates will be notified via:

• In-app alerts or email (if provided).
• A revised “Last Updated” date at the top of this document.

11. Contact Us

For questions, data requests, or breach reports:

Email: redfoxunitedinc@gmail.com