Developer & Data Controller Identification
In accordance with the European Union General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the UK Data Protection Act, and the EU Digital Services Act (DSA Article 30 Trader Disclosures), the Data Controller responsible for this Application is:
| Field | Declared Information |
|---|---|
| Individual Developer / Publisher: | Abhinav Kumar |
| Trade Name / Brand: | Apex Creators |
| Entity Status: | Individual Developer / Registered Trader |
| Email: | info@apexcreators.co.in |
| Official Website: | https://www.apexcreators.co.in |
| Application Package Identifier: | com.ApexCreator.deskclock |
Information We Collect (and Do Not Collect)
We believe in strict data minimization. Lumina is designed as an ambient utility, not a data-harvesting network.
A. Information We DO NOT Collect:
- We do not require you to register an account, sign in, or provide your real name, email address, phone number, or home address.
- We do not access your contacts, camera, microphone, photo gallery, or SMS logs.
- We do not run background behavioral profiling or cross-app analytics tracking.
- We have completely removed Firebase Analytics and third-party tracking telemetry from our application binary.
B. Information Processed Locally on Your Device:
- Preferences & Settings: Selected watch face, color palette customizations, 12/24-hour time format, temperature scale (°C/°F), and keep-screen-on toggles are stored locally via
SharedPreferences(Android) andNSUserDefaults(iOS). - Stopwatch & Timer Laps: Local lap counts and timer states are saved in a local SQLite sandbox database. This data never leaves your device.
C. Information Processed via Third-Party SDKs:
When accessing network features (such as real-time weather forecasts or viewing advertisements in the free tier), authorized third-party SDKs process standard network metadata (such as IP address, device type, operating system version, and anonymous advertising identifiers) in compliance with international privacy laws.
Third-Party Services & SDK Integrations
Lumina integrates a minimal set of established third-party services to deliver core clock functionality. Below are the third-party providers we use, their role, and direct links to their official privacy policies:
| Service Provider | Purpose in Lumina | Official Privacy Policy Link |
|---|---|---|
| Google Mobile Ads (AdMob) | Displaying banner and interstitial ads in the free version. | Google Privacy Policy • Google Ads Technologies |
| WeatherAPI.com | Fetching live temperature and atmospheric forecast for selected cities. | WeatherAPI Privacy Policy |
| Apple In-App Purchases (StoreKit) | Processing the "Remove Ads / Supporter" digital purchase on iOS devices. | Apple Privacy Policy |
| Google Play In-App Billing | Processing the "Remove Ads" digital purchase on Android devices. | Google Play Privacy |
| Google Fonts | Serving curated, artistic typography for specialized clock faces. | Google Fonts Privacy FAQ |
Google AdMob Advertising & Regional Consent Frameworks
The free version of Lumina is monetized through advertisements provided by Google Mobile Ads (AdMob). We adhere strictly to the Google EU User Consent Policy, the Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB) Transparency & Consent Framework (TCF v2.2), and Apple's App Tracking Transparency (ATT) framework.
Live Weather Intelligence & Location Inquiries
Lumina displays current temperatures, weather conditions, and atmospheric icons:
- City Search Inquiries: When you search for a city in Global Settings, the city name query is sent to WeatherAPI.com over HTTPS to retrieve current weather metrics.
- No Background GPS Tracking: Lumina does not track your precise GPS coordinates in the background, nor do we construct location movement histories.
- Informational Convenience: Weather information is strictly for casual ambient convenience and must never be relied upon for maritime navigation, aviation, or safety-critical decisions.
In-App Purchases & Financial Payment Information
Lumina offers an optional non-consumable digital purchase: "Remove Ads / Become a Supporter" (`remove_ads_supporter`).
- Payment Processing: All financial transactions are handled exclusively by Apple Inc. (Apple App Store / StoreKit) on iOS or Google LLC (Google Play Store) on Android.
- No Financial Data Access: Abhinav Kumar and Apex Creators do not process, collect, or store your credit card numbers, debit cards, bank details, or billing addresses.
- Purchase Restoration: Your purchase is bound to your Apple ID or Google Account and can be restored at any time by tapping "Restore Purchases" in the Support menu.
Continuous Docking, Screen Wakelock & Hardware Safety
Lumina is engineered as a dedicated StandBy desk and nightstand clock:
- Screen Wakelock: The app utilizes the system screen wakelock permission (`wakelock_plus`) to prevent your display from turning off while docked. We recommend connecting your device to a certified charger during prolonged use.
- OLED Burn-In Shield: Modern AMOLED and OLED displays can suffer static pixel fatigue. Lumina incorporates an automated pixel micro-shifting algorithm that moves clock coordinates by 1–2 pixels every 60 seconds to protect hardware integrity.
- Productivity Tools Disclaimer: The integrated stopwatch and Pomodoro timer are personal productivity companions and should not be used as the sole timing device for life-critical medical, safety, or legal deadlines.
Children's Privacy Protection (COPPA & GDPR-K)
Lumina is rated for general audiences and complies with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and Article 8 of the GDPR:
- We do not knowingly collect personal identifiable information from children under the age of 13 (or under 16 in applicable European jurisdictions).
- If we become aware that personal information of a child has been inadvertently gathered without verified parental consent, we will take prompt steps to purge the data immediately.
- Parents and guardians with inquiries may contact us directly at info@apexcreators.co.in.
Your Rights under GDPR, UK GDPR, and California Privacy Law
Depending on your location, you hold statutory rights regarding your personal data:
- Right of Access & Portability: You can request a summary of any personal data processed about you. (Because Lumina maintains zero user accounts or server profiles, we store no identifiable records).
- Right to Erasure: You can delete all locally cached data at any time by clearing the application storage in device settings or uninstalling the app.
- Right to Opt Out of Ad Personalization: You can reset or restrict your advertising identifier via your device operating system:
- iOS: Settings → Privacy & Security → Tracking → Toggle off tracking permissions.
- Android: Settings → Security & Privacy → Privacy → Ads → Delete advertising ID.
- Right to Non-Discrimination: We will never penalize, degrade, or alter the price of our app or in-app purchases if you exercise your legal privacy rights.
Data Retention, Security & Changes to this Policy
Security: All network communications with WeatherAPI.com, Google AdMob, Apple StoreKit, and Google Play Billing use strict Transport Layer Security (TLS/HTTPS).
Policy Updates: We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect new app versions or statutory regulatory mandates. When revisions occur, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this document. Continued use of the Application signifies your acceptance of any revisions.
Contact Information
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal privacy rights, please contact the developer:
Abhinav Kumar / Apex Creators
Email: info@apexcreators.co.in
Website: https://www.apexcreators.co.in
Terms & Conditions: https://weareapexcreators.github.io/policies/desk-clock-terms.html