Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for MMD Exams – Study Material

Effective Date: July 11, 2025

This Privacy Policy governs the manner in which the MMD Exams – Study Material application (“Application”) collects, uses, maintains, and discloses information collected from users (“User” or “you”) of the Application. The Application is developed and provided by A.S.C (“Service Provider” or “we”) as an ad-supported service, available on mobile devices via the Google Play Store (MMD Exams – Study Material). This service is provided “AS IS.”

Disclaimer

The Application is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Government of India, Directorate General of Shipping (DG Shipping), or any Marine Mercantile Department (MMD). It is an independently developed educational tool designed to assist seafarers preparing for MMD exams in India. All government-related information, such as MMD exam schedules, notices, circulars, and results, is sourced from publicly available resources, including official DG Shipping websites.

Information Collection and Use

We collect information to enhance user experience, improve the Application, and deliver relevant content and services. The information collected is categorized as User-Provided Information and Automatically Collected Information.

User-Provided Information

To provide a personalized experience, we may require you to provide certain personally identifiable information, including but not limited to:

  • Email address
  • User ID
  • Profile photo or display picture
  • Display name

This information is retained by us and used as described in this Privacy Policy to deliver personalized services, communicate with you, and improve the Application.

Automatically Collected Information

When you download and use the Application, we may automatically collect certain information, including but not limited to:

  • Your device’s Internet Protocol (IP) address
  • The pages within the Application you visit, including the time, date, and duration of your visit
  • The operating system and platform of your device
  • Firebase Android App ID
  • Version of Authentication SDK used by the Application
  • Version of the Cloud Storage SDK used by the Application
  • Firebase user agent
  • Stack traces (for crash reporting)
  • Relevant application state and device metadata
  • Crashlytics installation UUID

Location Data

The Application does not collect precise location information. However, approximate geographical location data may be derived from your device’s IP address. This data is used for:

  • Geolocation Services: To provide personalized content, relevant recommendations, and location-based features.
  • Analytics and Improvements: Aggregated and anonymized location data helps us analyze user behavior, identify trends, and enhance the Application’s performance and functionality.
  • Third-Party Services: Anonymized location data may be periodically shared with external services to improve the Application and optimize our offerings.

How We Use Collected Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • To provide and maintain the Application’s functionality, including cloud sync for bookmarks and file upload features.
  • To deliver personalized content, such as categorized PDFs and push notifications.
  • To analyze usage patterns and improve the Application’s performance and user experience.
  • To communicate with you regarding updates, notices, or promotional offers (with an option to opt out).
  • To comply with legal obligations or protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others.

Third-Party Access

We may share aggregated and anonymized data with third-party services to improve the Application and our services. These third parties have their own privacy policies, which govern their use of the data. Below are the third-party services utilized by the Application and links to their respective privacy policies:

We may also disclose User-Provided and Automatically Collected Information:

  • As required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena or similar legal process.
  • When we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, ensure your safety or the safety of others, investigate fraud, or respond to a government request.
  • With trusted service providers who work on our behalf, do not have independent use of the information, and adhere to the rules outlined in this Privacy Policy.

Opt-Out Rights

You can stop all information collection by the Application by uninstalling it. You may use the standard uninstall processes available on your mobile device or through the mobile application marketplace.

Data Retention Policy

We retain User-Provided Information for as long as you use the Application and for a reasonable period thereafter. If you wish to have your User-Provided Information deleted, please contact us at angad1593@gmail.com, and we will respond within a reasonable time.

Children’s Privacy

The Application is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under 13. If we discover that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will promptly delete it from our servers. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at angad1593@gmail.com, and we will take appropriate action.

Security

We are committed to safeguarding the confidentiality of your information. We implement physical, electronic, and procedural safeguards to protect the information we process and maintain. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page and within the Application with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information. Continued use of the Application after changes constitutes your consent to the updated policy.

Your Consent

By using the Application, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this Privacy Policy, including any amendments.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please contact us at:
Email: angad1593@gmail.com