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CT Prepares - Mobile Application Privacy Policy

CT Prepares App
Effective Date: 06/13/2024

Introduction

Welcome to the CT Prepares app, operated by NIC USA. Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting it. This Privacy Policy outlines the app's approach to privacy and explains how your data is handled.

Information We Collect

The CT Prepares app does not collect any personal information. We respect your privacy and ensure that no data is gathered, stored, or shared through the app.

Permissions Used

While the CT Prepares app does not collect personal information, it may request certain permissions from your device to provide core functionality. These permissions include:

  • Location Access (When in Use): We use your location to provide personalized content related to emergency preparedness.
  • Location Access (Always): This permission allows the app to deliver relevant content even when it is not in use.
  • Contacts Access: If you choose to use features that involve your contacts, the app will request access to your contact list. This is entirely optional, and no contacts data is stored by the app.
  • Photo Library Access: You can use the app to save images or upload content from your device’s photo library.

All of these permissions are optional, and you can choose to disable them if you prefer.

Use of Information

Since the app does not collect personal information, no data is used, stored, or processed by the app.

Sharing of Information

No data is collected, stored, or shared by the CT Prepares app with any third parties, including government or non-government organizations.

Your Choices

  • Permissions: You have full control over the permissions granted to the app. You can enable or disable location, contacts, and photo library access at any time in your device settings.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or the CT Prepares app, please contact us at [insert appropriate contact information].

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review the Privacy Policy periodically.