# Privacy Policy for Mass-Tel App

## Introduction

Welcome to the Mass-Tel App ("App"), developed by Griffith Elder. This App serves as a user interface for specific weighing hardware. We value your privacy and strive to protect your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of data we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data.

## Data Collection and Use

### Bluetooth
The App requires Bluetooth functionality to connect to the weighing hardware. We collect and use Bluetooth data solely for the purpose of establishing and maintaining the connection between your device and the weighing hardware.

- **Permissions Used:**
  - `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
  - `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN`
  - `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN`
  - `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`

### Location
The App requests location permissions to facilitate Bluetooth connections. These permissions are used only to enhance the Bluetooth functionality and are not used to track your location.

- **Permissions Used:**
  - `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
  - `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`

### Internet
The App uses internet connectivity to provide a backup mechanism for the weighing hardware data. This ensures your weight records and configurations are safely stored and can be retrieved if needed.

- **Permissions Used:**
  - `android.permission.INTERNET`

### Data Sharing
The App includes an intent to share weighing hardware data, such as weight records and configuration details, with other apps. This functionality allows you to easily share important data as needed.

- **Intent Used:**
  - `android.intent.action.PROCESS_TEXT`

### Camera
The app uses the camera solely for the purpose of scanning QR codes. The camera is not used for any other functions, and no images or videos are stored, collected or shared. QR code data is processed locally on your device and is not transmitted to third parties.

- **Permissions Used:**
 - `android.permission.CAMERA`

## Data Security

We are committed to ensuring your data is secure. We have implemented suitable physical, electronic, and managerial procedures to safeguard and secure the information we collect through the App.

## Data Retention

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

## Your Rights

You have the right to access, modify, or delete your personal data collected by the App. To exercise these rights, please contact us at [gehq.devs@griffith-elder.com](mailto:gehq.devs@griffith-elder.com).

## Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

## Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

- **Email:** [gehq.devs@griffith-elder.com](mailto:gehq.devs@griffith-elder.com)
- **Website:** [www.griffith-elder.com](https://www.griffith-elder.com)

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Thank you for using the Mass-Tel App. We are dedicated to protecting your privacy and ensuring a secure experience.