Universal TV Remote Privacy Policy
Last Updated: June 12, 2025
Introduction
Universal TV Remote ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application, Universal TV Remote, available on the Google Play Store. This policy adheres to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA).
Information We Collect
a. Permissions and Data Collection
To provide core functionalities like TV remote control and screen mirroring, our app may request the following permissions:
Wi-Fi Access: Required to detect and connect with Smart TVs on the same network.
Internet Access: Used for remote commands and for connectivity with supported TV services.
IR Hardware Access: Used only if your phone includes an IR blaster for remote control functionality.
Post notification: Used only if showing in app notifications.
b. Automatically Collected Information
We may collect limited information to ensure app stability and performance:
Device Information: Includes device model, Android version, and hardware features to ensure compatibility.
Usage Data: Aggregated data on basic interactions within the app (e.g., which features are used the most) to help improve user experience.
Crash Reports: Collected through Firebase Crashlytics to diagnose and resolve stability issues.
App Analytics: Collected via Firebase Analytics to understand user behavior and app usage trends. This data is anonymized and not linked to personally identifiable information.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected only to:
Enable the TV remote and screen mirroring functionalities.
Diagnose technical problems and improve app performance.
Enhance user experience through usage analytics (non-personalized).
We do not collect or store any personal identifiers such as name, email address, photos, videos, or location data. We do not sell, share, or transfer your data to any third party for marketing or advertising purposes.
Data Controller Contact Information
Data Controller: Vention Email: info@ventionpk.com
For any privacy-related concerns or data access requests, please reach out via the email provided above.
Legal Basis for Data Processing (GDPR Compliance)
Under the GDPR, we process data based on:
Consent: You consent by accepting permissions required for core functionality.
Legitimate Interests: Processing is necessary to ensure proper operation of the app on your device.
Your Rights (GDPR)
If you are a user in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the right to:
Access your data
Request correction of incorrect data
Request deletion of your data
Restrict or object to certain data uses
Request data portability
To exercise these rights, contact us at info@ventionpk.com.
Your Rights (CCPA – California Residents)
If you reside in California, you have the right to:
Know what data we collect (we only collect anonymous usage and crash data).
Request deletion of your data (we do not store personal data).
Opt out of data selling (we do not sell any data).
Non-discrimination for exercising your rights.
Your Rights (VCDPA – Virginia Residents)
If you reside in Virginia, you have the right to:
Access your data
Correct inaccurate data
Delete personal data
Opt-out of data sale (we do not sell data or use it for advertising)
Appeal decisions regarding your data requests
To exercise any rights above, email info@ventionpk.com.
Children’s Privacy
Our app is not intended for children under 13 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect any personal information from children. If such data is discovered, it will be deleted immediately.
Data Retention
We retain only anonymous crash logs and usage statistics through Firebase for as long as necessary to maintain app performance. No personally identifiable information is collected or stored.
Data Security
We employ reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.
Third-Party Services
We may use Google Firebase for crash reports and basic app analytics. These services may collect device and usage data but do not collect personally identifiable information. Please review Firebase’s Privacy Policy for more details.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy as needed. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this page will reflect the latest changes. Continued use of the app means you accept the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding your privacy or this policy, please contact:
📧 Email: info@ventionpk.com