Privacy Policy – Shiv

Effective Date: April 27, 2026

Welcome to Shiv.

Shiv (“we”, “our”, or “us”) operates the Shiv mobile application (“App”).
This Privacy Policy explains how information may be collected, used, processed,
and protected when users access, install, or use the Shiv application and its related services.

By downloading, accessing, or using Shiv, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

To ensure smooth operation, better functionality, and service improvements,
Shiv may automatically collect certain technical, diagnostic, and non-personal information,
including but not limited to:

• Mobile device type and model
• Android operating system version
• IP address
• Device identifiers
• App usage patterns and in-app interactions
• Crash reports and performance logs
• Advertising ID
• Push notification token
• Network and internet protocol details

We do not intentionally collect personally identifiable information such as full name,
physical address, government ID, or personal phone number unless voluntarily provided by the user.

2. Purpose of Data Collection

The information collected by Shiv may be used for the following purposes:

• To operate and maintain app features efficiently
• To improve application performance and user experience
• To identify, analyze, and fix technical crashes or bugs
• To send service notifications, informational alerts, and updates
• To display advertising content through integrated ad networks
• To prevent abuse, suspicious activity, unauthorized access, or misuse
• To monitor service reliability and app stability

3. Firebase Integration

Shiv uses Google Firebase services for analytics, crash reporting, cloud messaging,
and performance monitoring.

Firebase services used may include:

• Firebase Analytics
• Firebase Crashlytics
• Firebase Cloud Messaging
• Firebase Performance Monitoring

Google Privacy Policy:

https://policies.google.com/privacy

4. Google AdMob Advertising

Shiv uses Google AdMob advertising services to display advertisements within the application.

AdMob may collect and process certain information such as:

• Advertising ID
• Device information
• Approximate location data
• Ad interaction behavior
• Diagnostic and performance information

Learn more about Google AdMob:

https://support.google.com/admob/answer/6128543

5. Push Notifications

Shiv may send push notifications to users for:

• Important announcements
• App updates
• Informational notices
• Feature changes
• Service alerts

Users may disable notifications at any time from their device settings.

6. Internet Access Requirement

This application requires an active internet connection to:

• Load online content
• Communicate with Firebase cloud services
• Display advertisements
• Deliver push notifications
• Synchronize service resources

7. Third-Party Services Used

Shiv may use trusted third-party providers including:

• Google Firebase
• Google AdMob
• Google Play Services

These providers may independently collect and process technical information
under their own privacy policies and service terms.

8. Data Security

We implement commercially reasonable safeguards designed to protect collected information
from unauthorized access, misuse, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

However, no internet transmission or electronic storage system can be guaranteed as absolutely secure.

9. Children’s Privacy

Shiv is not specifically directed toward children under 13 years of age.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

If any parent or guardian believes that a child has provided personal data,
they may contact us for prompt review and deletion.

10. User Control and Data Management

Users may:

• Disable push notifications through device settings
• Reset or manage Advertising ID through Google account settings
• Clear app storage and cached data
• Uninstall the application at any time

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect service changes,
legal requirements, or operational updates.

Any updated version will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

12. Contact Information

For any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy,
please contact us at:

Email:
lakhnotravanraj@gmail.com

13. User Consent

By downloading, installing, or using Shiv, you acknowledge that you have read,
understood, and agreed to this Privacy Policy.