INFLIBNET Mobile App
The "INFLIBNET Mobile App" is the official mobile application ("App") of the Information and Library Network (INFLIBNET) Centre (An Autonomous Inter-University Centre of the University Grants Commission), Ministry of Education, Government of India, located at the Infocity, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, INDIA, launched on February 27, 2025. This App aims to reach out to its user community, specifically from the country's libraries, research, and academia, to make its activities, initiatives, and services available at their fingertips! However, the same is not restricted or limited to only those users mentioned; it can be used by anyone interested in INFLIBNET's working areas.
INFLIBNET Mobile App – Privacy Policy
Effective February 27, 2025, this policy includes privacy aspects as well. The privacy aspects include/outline how the INFLIBNET Mobile App ("we," "our," "us") collects, uses, discloses, and protects your (Users) information when you download and use the INFLIBNET Mobile App, available on Google Play Store. By downloading or using the App, you certify that you have read and agree to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this policy. If you disagree with the terms of this policy, please do not use the App.
What is the Information We Collect
We do not collect any personal information, their locations or their device location of/from the users of this App. We do not collect any IP addresses of the Users' devices. We collect only the information about the 'Device ID' used by the App users, and that data/information is used to identify unique devices for App functionality. We also collect the 'FCM Token' used to send push notifications to users.
How We Use the Information We Collect
As mentioned above, we use the 'Device ID' data/information to identify unique devices and improve the App functionality and user experiences. Furthermore, the "FCM Token" is being used to send push notifications to users via the 'Firebase Cloud Messaging' service/system.
How We Share the Information We Collect with Third Party
We do not share any data/information we collect with third parties. However, as our App uses the Firebase service/system, it may collect and process the data/information as per their privacy policy. Please refer to the Firebase's Privacy Policy for more detailed information: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy.
What are the Users' Rights and Choices
Users can manage and opt out of receiving push notifications through their device settings. Users can also opt out of providing their 'Device ID' data/information and optional location data.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
The INFLIBNET Centre may update this INFLIBNET Mobile App Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted on/within the App or communicated through the App only. Thus, we encourage you to review this policy periodically. By continuing use of the INFLIBNET Mobile App, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Privacy Policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or the INFLIBNET Mobile App, please contact us at the INFLIBNET Centre, Infocity, Gandhinagar -382007, Gujarat, INDIA.