Privacy Policy

Last Updated: May 22, 2026

Effective Date: May 22, 2026

Revision: 1.0

Revision History

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how Sia Makerlab ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and shares information in connection with your use of the Expiry Widget mobile application (the "App").

By downloading, installing, or using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not use the App.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

The App is designed to function without requiring you to create an account or provide personal information. Document titles, expiry dates, categories, and optional photos that you enter are stored locally on your device only.

We do not collect:

• Names or email addresses
• Phone numbers
• Physical addresses
• Government-issued document numbers (the App does not require you to enter them)
• Payment information (processed entirely by Google Play)

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

2.2.1 Local Device Storage

The App stores the following data locally on your device only:

This data is stored exclusively on your device. We do not have access to this data and it is never transmitted to our servers.

2.2.2 Advertising Data (Third-Party)

The App displays advertisements through Google AdMob. Our advertising partner may collect:

• Advertising ID (Android Advertising ID)
• Device information (device type, operating system version)
• IP address
• General location data (country/region level)
• Ad interaction data

This data collection is governed by Google's Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

2.2.3 In-App Purchase Data (Third-Party)

If you make an in-app purchase to remove advertisements, the transaction is processed entirely by Google Play. We receive only:

• Confirmation of purchase status
• Transaction ID for verification purposes

We do not receive or store any payment card information, billing addresses, or other financial data.

2.3 Permissions

The App requests the following permissions:

POST_NOTIFICATIONS (Android 13+)

Required to display expiry reminder notifications. Requested only when you opt in to notifications.

CAMERA

Required only if you choose to take a new photo of a document for reference. No photo is taken or transmitted without your action; photos are stored on the device only.

READ_MEDIA_IMAGES (Android 13+) / Photo Picker

The App uses the Android system Photo Picker on Android 13+ which does not require any storage permission. On older Android versions, READ_MEDIA_IMAGES may be requested only to import an existing photo as a document attachment.

RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED

Required to reschedule expiry reminder alarms after the device restarts.

com.android.vending.BILLING

Required for in-app purchase processing (Remove Ads).

2.4 Information We Do NOT Collect

We explicitly do not collect:

• Document scans uploaded to a server
• Personal information
• Location data
• Contacts
• Browsing history
• Communication contents

3. How We Use Information

3.1 Local Data Usage

All locally stored data is used solely to:

• Display your documents and their remaining-day counts
• Render home screen widgets
• Trigger expiry reminder notifications
• Remember your app preferences and settings

3.2 Third-Party Data Usage

Data collected by third-party services (Google AdMob, Google Play) is used to:

• Display personalized or non-personalized advertisements (based on your consent)
• Process in-app purchases
• Prevent fraud and abuse

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 We Do Not Sell Your Data

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

4.2 Third-Party Service Providers

The App integrates the following third-party services that may collect data according to their own privacy policies:

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities. As we do not collect or store data on our servers, we have nothing to disclose other than what is described in this policy.

5. Data Retention

5.1 Local Data

Data stored locally on your device remains until you:

• Delete it within the App
• Clear the App's data through device settings
• Uninstall the App

5.2 Third-Party Data

Data collected by third-party services is retained according to their respective privacy policies.

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 For All Users

You have the right to:

• Access: View your locally stored data within the App
• Delete: Remove all local data by deleting items, clearing app data, or uninstalling the App
• Opt-out of Personalized Ads: Manage ad personalization through the App's privacy settings or your device's advertising settings
• Purchase Ad-Free Version: Remove all advertising by purchasing the "Remove Ads" option

6.2 For Users in the EEA, United Kingdom, and Switzerland

Under GDPR and applicable laws, you have additional rights including the right to access, rectification, erasure, restrict processing, data portability, object, and withdraw consent. To exercise these rights regarding data held by third-party services, please contact those services directly.

6.3 For California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)

California residents have the right to know, access, delete, and opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information as defined by the CCPA/CPRA.

6.4 Managing Consent

Manage advertising consent through:

• In-App: Settings > Privacy & Data > Manage Privacy Settings
• Device Settings: Android Settings > Google > Ads

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect locally stored data:

• Data is stored only on your device
• No data transmission to external servers (except through third-party SDKs)
• No cloud synchronization
• No user accounts or authentication data stored

8. Children's Privacy

The App is not directed to children under the age of 13 (or 16 in the EEA). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

9. International Data Transfers

Data collected by third-party services may be transferred to and processed in countries with different data protection laws. Please refer to Google's Privacy Policy for more information.

10. Third-Party Links and Services

The App may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by updating the "Last Updated" date and displaying a notice within the App for material changes.

12. Disclaimer of Liability

12.1 Third-Party Services

We are not responsible for the data collection, use, or security practices of third-party services integrated into the App, including Google AdMob, Google Play Billing, and Google UMP.

12.2 Data Loss

We are not responsible for any loss of data stored locally on your device.

12.3 Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES RESULTING FROM YOUR USE OF THE APP.

13. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy shall be governed by the laws of the Republic of Korea. For EU users, it shall be interpreted in accordance with applicable EU law including the GDPR.

14. Contact Us

Sia Makerlab

• Email: sia@siamakerlab.com
• Website: https://siamakerlab.com

For GDPR-related inquiries from EEA residents, please include "GDPR Request" in the subject line.

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Summary of Data Practices

*Collected by third-party services (Google), not by us directly.

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This Privacy Policy is available in English. If translated versions are provided, the English version shall prevail in case of any discrepancy.