Last Updated: [10/27/2024]

At Link Ling, we are committed to safeguarding the privacy of our users' personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of personal data we collect, how we use it, and the measures we take to protect your information.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Account Information

When you sign up for Link Ling, we may collect personal information such as your name, email address, and profile picture.

1.2 Communication Data

We collect messages, images, and other content you send or receive while using Link Ling.

1.3 Location Information

We may detect your device's location to determine your country and regional location. This information helps us automatically set your profile with relevant region/country data and the common language of the region/country.

1.4 Advertising Data (AdMob)

Link Ling uses Google AdMob to display ads. AdMob may collect and use certain device information, such as your device ID, IP address, and interactions with ads, to provide personalized advertising. AdMob may also collect general app usage information such as ad clicks and app session length to improve the effectiveness of ads.

2. How We Use Your Information

2.1 Providing Services

We use your information to deliver Link Ling's services, including facilitating communication between users and improving user experience.

2.2 Personalization

We may use your data to personalize your experience on Link Ling, such as suggesting contacts or relevant content.

2.3 Analytics

We analyze user data to understand usage patterns, troubleshoot issues, and improve our services.

2.4 Communication

We analyze user data, including advertising performance data from AdMob, to understand usage patterns, troubleshoot issues, and improve our services.

2.5 Advertising (AdMob)
We use AdMob to serve personalized ads based on your interactions with the app and your device information. Google AdMob may use your data to display relevant ads within the app. You can control and limit AdMob's use of your data by adjusting your device’s privacy settings or visiting Google’s Ad Settings.

3. Data Security

We employ industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. All data transmitted between your device and our servers is encrypted using secure protocols.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 No Marketing

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

4.2 Third-Party Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in delivering Link Ling's services, including AdMob for advertising purposes, but only to the extent necessary.

4.3 Advertising and Analytics

We share data with AdMob and other analytics providers to facilitate the serving of ads and to analyze ad performance. These services may collect certain information directly from your device in accordance with their privacy policies.

4.4 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests, such as subpoenas or court orders.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

6. User Controls

You can access and update your account information through Link Ling's settings. Additionally, you may control the ads you see by adjusting your device’s ad settings or visiting Google’s Ad Settings.

7. Children's Privacy

Link Ling is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us to request its deletion.

8. Changes to this Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. By using Link Ling, you consent to the collection and use of your information as outlined in this Privacy Policy.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about our privacy practices, please contact us at [support@link-ling.com].