Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to Step Counter: Walking App (the “Application” or “Service”), developed and provided by Live Earth Globe & Tools Studio.

This Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you download, access, or use the Application, including data collected through device permissions, analytics tools, advertising services, and other third-party integrations used to support app functionality and monetization. We are committed to maintaining the privacy, confidentiality, and security of your information and to handling your data in a transparent and responsible manner.

1. Definitions

For the purposes of this Privacy Policy:

You / User

Refers to the individual who accesses or uses the Service, or the company, organization, or other legal entity on whose behalf such individual is accessing or using the Service, where applicable.

We / Us / Our / Developer

Refers to Live Earth Globe & Tools Studio , the developer and provider of the Application and related services.

Application 

Refers to the mobile application “Step Counter : Walking App”, developed and made available by us for download and use on supported electronic devices.

Personal Data

Means any information that relates to an identified or identifiable individual and can be used to directly or indirectly recognize a person.

Service

Refers to the Application, including all features, functionality, and related services provided through it.

Third-Party Services

Refers to external service providers, tools, SDKs, or platforms integrated into the Application to support functionalities such as analytics, crash reporting, advertising, monetization, and performance measurement.

2. Information We Collect & How We Use It

You are not required to create an account or sign up. However, to enable accurate health and fitness tracking, you may choose to provide:

Sensitive Personal Information: health-related details such as  activity data (use only to provide health features)

Device Information: Device ID, Advertising ID, crash logs, and usage statistics (collected by Firebase/Google Play Services for analytics and ads).

Location Data: Precise GPS location (for walking route tracking) and approximate location (for basic activity tracking).

Personal Information (Optional)
The Application may allow you to optionally provide personal profile details such as your name, gender, and profile picture to personalize your experience.

Providing this information is entirely voluntary and is not required to use any core features or functionality of the Application. If you choose not to provide these details, the performance and availability of the App’s primary features will remain unaffected.

We use this information only to:

  • Track steps, calories, and distance
  • Display statistics and charts in-app
  • Provide personalized/non-personalized ads
  • Improve app performance, stability, and user experience

Your privacy is important to us. We never sell, rent, or misuse your personal information, and we only use it as described in this Privacy Policy

3. Permissions We Request

To provide accurate step tracking and features, the app may request:

1.ACTIVITY_RECOGNITION – Detects and counts steps

2.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION – Tracks GPS walking routes (Precise location)

3.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION – Tracks approximate location

4.POST_NOTIFICATIONS – Sends progress updates, reminders, motivational alerts

5.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_HEALTH - Keeps health tracking active in the background

6.FOREGROUND_SERVICE – Ensures uninterrupted step tracking in background

7.Schedule_Exact_ALARM – Schedules daily step goal reminders

8.WAKE_LOCK – Prevents phone from sleeping during active tracking

9.VIBRATE – Provides vibration alerts

10.Advertising ID – Used for ads, respecting your device privacy settings

11.INTERNET – Enables internet connectivity for analytics, cloud services, and ad monetization 

12.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE – Checks network availability to optimize app performance, analytics, and ad loading


4. Right to Know About Data Sharing

You have the right to know if and how your data is shared. Currently, we share only non-personal technical data (such as crash reports, device type, and usage analytics) with trusted third-party services like Firebase and Google Play Services.

We use AppsFlyer, a third-party mobile measurement and analytics service, to help us understand how users discover, install, and interact with the Application.

AppsFlyer may collect and process certain device and usage-related information, which may include:

  • Device identifiers 
  • Advertising identifiers 
  • IP address 
  • Device model and operating system 
  • App version 
  • Install and uninstall events 
  • In-app activity and engagement events 
  • Campaign attribution and performance data 

This information is used to:

  • Measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns 
  • Understand user acquisition sources 
  • Analyze app performance and engagement 
  • Improve marketing optimization 
  • Prevent fraudulent or invalid installs 
  • Enhance overall Application performance and user experience 

AppsFlyer processes this information on our behalf as an analytics and attribution service provider, in accordance with its own privacy practices. For more information, users may review the AppsFlyer privacy policy. We only use AppsFlyer data for analytics, attribution, fraud prevention, and service improvement purposes, and not for selling your personal information

We also use Google Ad Mob for advertising and mediation services, which allow multiple trusted third-party ad networks to serve ads within the Application. The following ad networks are currently integrated via Ad Mob mediation:

  • Meta (Facebook) Audience Network 
  • Pangle 
  • Liftoff 
  • Mintegral 

Through these networks, certain device and usage-related information may be collected, including:

  • Advertising identifiers 
  • Device identifiers
  • IP address 
  • Approximate location 
  • Device model and operating system 
  • App version 
  • Ad impressions, Interactions, and Clicks 
  • Performance and attribution data 

This information is used for:

  • Delivering relevant advertisements
  • Measuring and improving ad performance 
  • Preventing ad fraud and invalid traffic
  • Optimizing monetization through mediation and bidding 

These third-party networks process data according to their own privacy policies. We do not sell your personal information to these partners, and user consent is obtained where legally required for personalized advertising.

We work only with reputable advertising partners and mediation networks to ensure your data is handled responsibly and your privacy is protected.

5. Third-Party Services

Our app integrates the following trusted services (subject to their own privacy policies):

6. Data Retention 

The Application may allow you to optionally provide personal information, such as your name and profile picture, to personalize your experience. Providing this information is entirely voluntary and is not required to use any core features of the Application.

  • Storage – Optional personal information is stored securely in Firebase solely for the purpose of providing personalized app functionality. 
  • Retention – Personal information stored in Firebase is automatically deleted after 90 days of Inactivity. 
  • Temporary Permissions – Data accessed through device permissions (e.g., location for walking routes, activity recognition) is processed locally in real time and is not stored once it is no longer needed. 
  • Analytics & Crash Logs – Technical and anonymized data collected by third-party services (such as Firebase or Google Play Services) is retained only for performance, reliability, and app improvement purposes, and then deleted or anonymized. 
  • No Long-Term Storage – Some Personal and sensitive information stored on your device is removed whenever you delete it through app settings. 
  • No Accounts Required – We do not require user accounts, passwords, or credentials, so no such data is retained. 
  • No Backup Logs – We do not keep backups of personal data or maintain detailed user activity logs. 
  • Data Protection – We do not sell, rent, or share your optional personal information with third parties, and it is handled in accordance with our privacy and security policies.

7. How to Opt-Out of Targeted Ads

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. However, if you prefer not to receive personalized or targeted advertisements, you can opt out using the following methods:

1. Device Settings – On your device, navigate to:

Settings > Privacy > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization

This will limit personalized ads across supported apps. 

2. In-App Options – Where available, you can select non-personalized ads directly within the Application settings. 

Opting out of personalized ads does not affect the functionality of the Application; you will still receive general, non-targeted advertisements.

8. Data Security

We implement safeguards including:

  • Encrypted connections where applicable
  • No sharing of personal/sensitive data without consent
  • Regular updates to maintain security compliance

9. CCPA (California) Rights

If you are a resident of California, USA, you have certain rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) regarding your personal information:

  • Right to Know – You may request information about the categories of personal data we collect, the purposes for which it is used, and the third parties with whom it is shared. 
  • Right to Delete – You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions under applicable law. 
  • Right to Opt Out of Sale – You have the right to opt out of the sale of your personal information.
  • Right to Equal Service – Exercising your CCPA rights will not affect the quality or availability of the Application or services provided to you. 

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: Instaappsstudio8@gmail.com

10. VCDPA (Virginia) Rights

If you are a resident of Virginia, USA, you have rights under the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA) regarding your personal data, including how it is collected, processed, and used.

  • Right to Access – You may request information about the personal data collected about you, including by third parties, the purposes for which it is used, and how it is processed. No data will be collected by third parties without your consent.
  • Right to Opt-Out of Targeted Advertising – You may choose to opt out of the use of your personal data for targeted or personalized advertising. This will limit profiling used for personalized ads.
  • Right to Opt-Out of Data Sale – We do not sell or rent your personal information. For third parties that process data, you may request that your personal data not be used for any sale or sharing for commercial purposes.
  • Right to Opt-Out of Profiling – You may opt out of automated profiling that supports decisions producing legal or similarly significant effects.
  • Right to Deletion – You may request that your personal data collected through the Application or by third parties acting on our behalf be deleted, subject to legal exceptions.
  • Non-Discrimination – Exercising your rights under VCDPA will not affect the quality, pricing, or availability of services or features in the Application.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: Instaappsstudio8@gmail.com


11. GDPR (EEA & UK) Rights

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or the United Kingdom, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

  • Right to Information – You may request information regarding the personal data we collect, how it is used, and the legal basis for processing. 
  • Access, Correction, and Deletion – You may access, correct, or request deletion of your personal data at any time. 
  • Right to Withdraw Consent – You may withdraw any consent you have provided for processing your personal data. 
  • Right to Restrict Processing / Opt Out of Personalized Ads – You may choose to receive non-personalized advertisements and restrict certain data processing activities. 

To exercise GDPR rights, please contact us at: Instaappsstudio8@gmail.com


12. LGPD (Brazil) Rights

If you are located in Brazil, you have rights under the Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD):

  • Access – You may request access to your personal data collected by the Application. 
  • Correction – You may request corrections to incomplete or inaccurate personal information. 
  • Deletion  – You may request deletion or anonymization of your personal data, subject to legal or contractual restrictions. 
  • Consent Withdrawal – You may withdraw any consent previously given for data processing. 
  • Opt Out of Targeted Advertising – You may opt out of personalized advertisements. 

To exercise LGPD rights, please contact us at: Instaappsstudio8@gmail.com


13. Legal Compliance

We comply with all applicable data protection laws, including GDPR, CCPA, VCDPA, and LGPD.

We may disclose personal data only when required by law, court order, or governmental request, or to protect our legal rights.

15. Policy Updates

We may revise this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, services, or legal requirements. Any updates will be made available within the app and on our Play Store listing. We encourage you to review this Policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your information. 

16. Children’s Privacy

Our app is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If such data is found, we will delete it promptly.

17. Contact Us

If you have questions or privacy-related requests or you want to lodge a complain, contact us at Instaappsstudio8@gmail.com