Privacy

Introduction

QubiMap (hereinafter referred to as “we” or “this application”) is a Geographic Information System (GIS) software program developed and operated by QubiMap H.K Limited. We fully understand the importance of your personal information and will make every effort to ensure its security and reliability. This Privacy Policy (hereinafter referred to as “this Policy”) is intended to explain how we collect, use, store, and share your information when you use our services, as well as the ways we provide for you to access, update, control, and protect this information.

Please read and fully understand this Policy before using our services. Your use or continued use of our services means that you agree to our collection, use, storage, and sharing of your information in accordance with this Policy. If you have any questions about this Policy, you may contact us through the contact information provided at the end of this Policy.

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1. Personal Information We Collect

We will only collect and use your personal information for legitimate, proper, necessary, and explicit purposes as described in this Policy. The following table describes the types of information we collect:

Information type	Examples	Purpose of collection
Device and identifier information	Device model, operating system version, Android ID, OAID, MAC address, and other unique device identifiers. Each time the application is launched, we may verify the association of these identifiers with your account.	To provide you with consistent services, ensure service security, conduct data analysis, and prevent fraud.
Location information	Rough and precise locations generated based on IP address, GNSS, Wi-Fi status, Wi-Fi parameters, Wi-Fi list, SSID, BSSID, and base station information.	To perform positioning, route planning, and navigation. When the application runs in the background, we also collect this information to ensure track recording and navigation.
Logs	Time, duration, views, clicks, and search records when you use our services.	To improve user experience, troubleshoot issues, and analyze user behavior.
Account information	Email address provided during signup (used to receive verification codes).	To create your account, enable identity verification, and send important notifications.
Device permissions	Microphone (for voice communication), camera (for adding photos to maps), storage (for saving data to the device), Bluetooth (for connecting with third-party positioning devices), accelerometer (for the phone shaking function), network (for account login and map browsing).	To provide the corresponding specific functions.

Please note: We do not collect personal information that is unrelated to the provision of our services. If you wish to cancel your account, you may apply on the official website under User Management > Account Security. The system will delete all data associated with the account.

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2. How We Use Personal Information

The information we collect may be used for some or all of the following purposes:

• To provide you with the services such as map browsing, positioning, navigation, and route planning.
• To process your signup and login requests.
• To perform identity verification, security protection, and anti-fraud monitoring.
• To evaluate and improve our products and services.
• To send you important notifications (non-commercial advertisements).

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3. Information Storage and Cross-Border Transmission

3.1 Storage Location

We will store and process your personal information on the servers located in Hong Kong.

3.2 Cross-Border Transmission

Since our servers are located in Hong Kong, when you use our services in other countries/regions, your personal information will be transmitted to Hong Kong. In such cases, we will take the following measures to ensure that your personal information receives equivalent protection in accordance with the applicable data protection laws (including the Personal Information Protection Law of the People’s Republic of China, the EU General Data Protection Regulation, etc.):

1. Inform you of the purpose of the data transmission, the recipient, the types of data, and the security protection measures.
2. Obtain your separate consent for the cross-border transmission of personal information(explicit separate consent will be obtained if sensitive data is involved).
3. Execute the Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the relevant data protection authorities, or undergo security assessments by national cybersecurity authorities (where applicable).

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4. Information Sharing, Transfer, and Public Disclosure

We will not sell, rent, or share your personal information with any unrelated third parties, except in the following circumstances:

• With your explicit consent or authorization.
• As required by laws, regulations, or administrative/judicial authorities: We must disclose information in accordance with legal provisions, legal procedures, or mandatory government requirements.
• In the event of a company merger or acquisition: If a merger, acquisition, or asset transfer occurs, we will require the new controller to continue complying with this Policy; otherwise, we will require them to obtain your consent again.

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5. Your Rights

In accordance with the applicable data protection regulations, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:

1. Right of Access: You have the right to inquire about the personal information we hold about you.
2. Right of Rectification: You have the right to request corrections if you discover inaccuracies in your information.
3. Right of Erasure: Under certain circumstances, you have the right to request the deletion of your personal information (e.g., withdrawal of consent, termination of services).
4. Right to Withdraw Consent: For data processed based on the consent, you have the right to withdraw your consent at any time.
5. Right to Cancel Account: You have the right to cancel your application account.

If you wish to exercise the above rights, please contact us using the contact information provided at the end of this Policy. We will respond to your request within 15 business days or within the period prescribed by laws and regulations.

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6. Information Security

We adopt industry-standard encryption technologies (such as SSL/TLS), access control, and security auditing mechanisms to protect the security of your data and to prevent data loss, theft, or alteration. However, please understand that due to the nature of Internet technologies, absolute security cannot be guaranteed.

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7. Children’s Privacy

Our services are primarily intended for adults. We do not provide services to minors under 14 years of age (or the age of majority as defined in your country/region). If we discover that we have collected personal information from children, we will endeavor to delete the relevant data as soon as possible.

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8. Changes to This Policy

We may revise the terms of this Policy from time to time. When changes occur, we will publish the updated version within the application or on our official website and indicate the effective date. By continuing to use our services, you agree to be bound by the revised Policy.

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9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or comments regarding this Agreement, please contact us at:

• Email: info@qubimap.com
• Company Name: QubiMap H.K Limited