Privacy Policy

1. Who We Are

APKfami.com (“we” or “our”) is an independent Android application distribution platform operated by APKfami, registered in Malaysia. We value your trust and are committed to being transparent about how we handle your personal data.

2. Scope of This Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to:

• All visitors and users of APKfami.com
• Information collected through our website and services
• Data processed in connection with APK downloads
• Communications with our support team

This policy does NOT cover:

• Third-party websites linked from our platform
• Android applications downloaded from our site
• External services integrated with downloaded apps

3. Information We Collect

3.1 Information Collected Automatically

3.2 Information You Provide Voluntarily

We collect personal information only when you choose to provide it:

• Contact Forms: Name, email address, message content
• Comments: Name, email, comment text (if commenting system is available)
• Newsletters: Email address for updates (if you subscribe)
• Support Requests: Contact details and issue descriptions
• Feedback: Survey responses and user feedback

3.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

4. How We Use Your Information

4.1 Primary Purposes

4.2 Legitimate Interest Assessment

Where we rely on legitimate interest, we have conducted balancing tests to ensure your rights are protected:

• Website Analytics: Essential for improving user experience and site performance
• Security Monitoring: Necessary to protect against malware and cyberattacks
• Performance Optimization: Required to ensure fast, reliable service delivery

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

5.1 Third-Party Services

We share limited data with trusted third-party services:

5.2 Legal Disclosure Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by law or to protect our rights:

• Legal Obligations: Court orders, subpoenas, regulatory requests
• Safety Protection: Preventing fraud, abuse, or security threats
• Rights Enforcement: Protecting intellectual property and terms compliance
• Business Transfers: In case of merger, acquisition, or asset sale

5.3 International Data Transfers

6. Data Retention

6.1 Retention Periods

We retain your data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy:

6.2 Data Deletion Process

When retention periods expire, we:

• Securely delete personal data from our systems
• Anonymize data that may be retained for statistical purposes
• Instruct third-party processors to delete data
• Maintain deletion logs for compliance verification

7. Your Privacy Rights

7.1 Universal Rights (All Users)

7.2 Additional Rights (EU/EEA Users)

• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for marketing or cookies at any time
• Right to Lodge a Complaint: Contact your local data protection authority
• Right to Automated Decision-Making: We don’t use automated decision-making

7.3 California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have additional rights:

• Right to Know: Categories and specific pieces of personal information collected
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of personal information
• Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of sale of personal information (we don’t sell data)
• Right to Non-Discrimination: Equal service regardless of privacy choices

7.4 How to Exercise Your Rights

8. Data Security

8.1 Security Measures

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your data:

8.2 Data Breach Notification

In the unlikely event of a data breach:

• We will notify relevant authorities within 72 hours (GDPR requirement)
• Affected users will be informed without undue delay
• We will provide clear information about the incident and protective measures
• Mitigation steps will be implemented immediately

9. Children’s Privacy

10. Privacy Policy Changes

10.1 Update Notification Process

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be communicated through:

• Website Notice: Prominent notice on our homepage
• Email Notification: For significant changes affecting your rights
• Version Control: Updated “Last Modified” date
• Archive: Previous versions available upon request

10.2 Material Changes

For significant changes, we will:

• Provide 30 days advance notice
• Seek fresh consent where required
• Offer opt-out options for new processing activities
• Maintain service for those who opt-out where possible

11. International Users

11.1 Global Compliance

While based in Malaysia, we respect privacy laws worldwide:

• European Users: Full GDPR compliance
• California Users: CCPA compliance
• Malaysian Users: Personal Data Protection Act compliance
• Other Jurisdictions: Best practices applied globally

11.2 Data Protection Authority Contacts

You can contact relevant authorities if you have concerns:

• EU/EEA: Your local Data Protection Authority
• Malaysia: Personal Data Protection Department (PDPD)
• California: California Attorney General’s Office

12. Contact Information