Privacy Policy
This privacy policy is applicable to the Wasel Caller app (hereinafter referred to as "Application") for mobile
devices, which was developed by wasel (hereinafter referred to as "Service Provider") as a a Free service. This
service is provided "AS IS".
What information does the Application obtain and how is it
used?
User Provided Information
The Application acquires the information you supply when you download and register the Application. Registration
with the Service Provider is not mandatory. However, bear in mind that you might not be able to utilize some of
the features offered by the Application unless you register with them.
The Service Provider may also use the information you provided them to contact you from time to time to provide
you with important information, required notices and marketing promotions.
Automatically
Collected Information
In addition, the Application may collect certain information automatically, including, but not limited to, the
type of mobile device you use, your mobile devices unique device ID, the IP address of your mobile device, your
mobile operating system, the type of mobile Internet browsers you use, and information about the way you use the
Application.
Does the Application collect precise real time location information of the
device?
This Application does not gather precise information about the location of your mobile
device.
This Application collects your device's location, which helps the Service Provider determine your approximate
geographical location and make use of in below ways:
- Geolocation Services: The Service Provider utilizes location data to provide features such as
personalized content, relevant recommendations, and location-based services.
- Analytics and Improvements: Aggregated and anonymized location data helps the Service Provider to
analyze user behavior, identify trends, and improve the overall performance and functionality of the
Application.
- Third-Party Services: Periodically, the Service Provider may transmit anonymized location data to
external services. These services assist them in enhancing the Application and optimizing their
offerings.
Do third parties see and/or have access to information obtained by the Application?
Only aggregated, anonymized data is periodically transmitted to external services to aid the Service Provider in
improving the Application and their service. The Service Provider may share your information with third parties
in the ways that are described in this privacy statement.
Please note that the Application utilizes third-party services that have their own Privacy Policy about
handling data. Below are the links to the Privacy Policy of the third-party service providers used by the
Application:
The Service Provider may disclose User Provided and Automatically Collected Information:
- as required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena, or similar legal process;
- when they believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to protect their rights, protect your safety or
the safety of others, investigate fraud, or respond to a government request;
- with their trusted services providers who work on their behalf, do not have an independent use of the
information we disclose to them, and have agreed to adhere to the rules set forth in this privacy statement.
What are my opt-out rights?
You can halt all collection of information by the Application easily by uninstalling the Application. You may use
the standard uninstall processes as may be available as part of your mobile device or via the mobile application
marketplace or network.
Data Retention Policy, Managing Your Information
The Service Provider will retain User Provided data for as long as you use the Application and for a reasonable
time thereafter. The Service Provider will retain Automatically Collected information for up to 24 months and
thereafter may store it in aggregate. If you'd like the Service Provider to delete User Provided Data that you
have provided via the Application, please contact them at wasel.gamers@gmail.com and we will respond in a
reasonable time. Please note that some or all of the User Provided Data may be required in order for the
Application to function properly.
Children
The Service Provider does not use the Application to knowingly solicit data from or market to children under the
age of 13.
The Application does not address anyone under the age of 13.
The Service Provider does not knowingly collect personally
identifiable information from children under 13 years of age. In the case
the Service Provider discover that a child under 13 has provided
personal information, the Service Provider will immediately
delete this from their servers. If you are a parent or guardian
and you are aware that your child has provided us with
personal information, please contact the Service Provider (wasel.gamers@gmail.com) so that
they will be able to take the necessary actions.
Security
The Service Provider are concerned about safeguarding the confidentiality of your information. The Service
Provider provide physical, electronic, and procedural safeguards to protect information we process and maintain.
For example, we limit access to this information to authorized employees and contractors who need to know that
information in order to operate, develop or improve their Application. Please be aware that, although we
endeavor provide reasonable security for information we process and maintain, no security system can prevent all
potential security breaches.
Permissions Used by the Application
Wasel Caller accesses your call logs to provide caller identification and spam detection services. We read your call history to identify unknown numbers and write to your call log to update contact information. All data is processed securely and is not shared with third parties without your consent.
Read Contacts
Permission: android.permission.READ_CONTACTS
Purpose: Allows Wasel Caller to access your contact list to display the names of your saved contacts during incoming and outgoing calls. This helps in identifying callers and providing a seamless calling experience.
Write Contacts
Permission: android.permission.WRITE_CONTACTS
Purpose: Enables the app to add new contacts or update existing ones directly from the call screen or call logs, making it convenient to save unknown numbers or edit contact information.
Read Call Log
Permission: android.permission.READ_CALL_LOG
Purpose: Allows the app to access your call history to provide detailed call logs with caller information, including names, numbers, and call duration. This helps in identifying missed calls and managing call records.
Write Call Log
Permission: android.permission.WRITE_CALL_LOG
Purpose: Enables Wasel Caller to update your call logs by adding names to unknown numbers or deleting spam calls from your history, keeping your call records organized.
Read Phone State
Permission: android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE
Purpose: Allows the app to detect incoming and outgoing calls to display caller information and identify spam or fraudulent calls in real-time.
Answer Phone Calls
Permission: android.permission.ANSWER_PHONE_CALLS
Purpose: Enables the app to answer incoming calls on your behalf, useful for features like auto-answering in specific scenarios or for accessibility purposes.
Process Outgoing Calls
Permission: android.permission.PROCESS_OUTGOING_CALLS
Purpose: Allows the app to monitor outgoing calls to provide caller identification and spam warnings before the call is connected.
Note: This permission is deprecated in Android 10 and higher. The app may use alternative APIs for devices running newer versions.
Call Phone
Permission: android.permission.CALL_PHONE
Purpose: Enables you to initiate calls directly from the app, such as calling back a missed call or dialing a number from the caller ID search results.
Read Phone Numbers
Permission: android.permission.READ_PHONE_NUMBERS
Purpose: Allows Wasel Caller to access your phone number to facilitate features like user verification and syncing your number with your account.
Manage Own Calls
Permission: android.permission.MANAGE_OWN_CALLS
Purpose: Allows the app to manage calls initiated within Wasel Caller, providing a customized calling experience and integrating additional features like call recording (if applicable).
Access Network State
Permission: android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE
Purpose: Enables the app to check your network connectivity to ensure real-time updates for caller information and spam detection, and to optimize data usage.
Internet Access
Permission: android.permission.INTERNET
Purpose: Required for the app to connect to the internet to fetch caller ID information, update spam databases, and synchronize data with our servers.
Read External Storage
Permission: android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
Purpose: Allows the app to access your device's storage to read profile pictures or import contacts from files, enhancing the user experience with personalized visuals.
Write External Storage
Permission: android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
Purpose: Enables the app to save data such as downloaded caller ID images or backup contact information to your device's storage.
Note: For devices running Android 10 and higher, the app adheres to scoped storage policies to protect your data.
Post Notifications
Permission: android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS
Purpose: Allows Wasel Caller to send you notifications about missed calls, spam alerts, or updates, ensuring you stay informed about important activities.
Advertising ID
Permission: com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID
Purpose: Used for providing personalized advertisements and for analytics purposes, helping us improve the app while keeping it free to use.
Read Privileged Phone State
Permission: android.permission.READ_PRIVILEGED_PHONE_STATE
Purpose: Provides access to additional phone state information for advanced features like enhanced caller identification.
Note: This permission is typically only available to system apps. Wasel Caller requests this permission to enhance its services, but its availability may vary based on your device's manufacturer and Android version.
Changes
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time for any reason. The Service Provider will notify you of any
changes to the Privacy Policy by updating this page with the new Privacy Policy. You are advised to consult this
Privacy Policy regularly for any changes, as continued use is deemed approval of all changes.
This privacy policy is effective as of 2024-11-03
Your Consent
By using the Application, you are giving your consent to the Service Provider processing of your information as
set forth in this Privacy Policy now and as amended by us. "Processing,” means using cookies on a computer/hand
held device or using or touching information in any way, including, but not limited to, collecting, storing,
deleting, using, combining and disclosing information.
Contact us
If you have any questions regarding privacy while using the Application, or have questions about the practices,
please contact the Service Provider via email at wasel.gamers@gmail.com.