Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how HA INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY LTD (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, stores, and shares information when you use the mobile application VIP Net – Fast VPN (the “App”) available on Google Play. By using the App, you agree to this Policy.
1) Information We Collect
Non-Personal / Pseudonymous Data
- Usage & Events (Analytics): app opens, screens, interactions, session duration; collected via Google Analytics for Firebase in aggregate.
- Diagnostics (Crashlytics): crash logs, stack traces, app version, device model, OS version, and device state around a crash.
- Device identifiers: Google Advertising ID (AAID) for ads; Firebase Installation ID/FCM token for analytics and notifications (pseudonymous).
- Network info for VPN: IP address and connection metadata used transiently to establish/maintain the VPN tunnel.
- Local storage: configuration needed for VPN functionality may be stored on your device.
No account is required; we do not collect names, emails, or passwords.
2) How We Use Information
- Provide VPN Create and maintain a secure VPN tunnel and route your traffic.
- Improve Analyze aggregate usage and stability to enhance performance.
- Ads Show ads (including personalized ads if permitted) to keep the service free.
- Legal Comply with applicable laws and respond to lawful requests.
3) Android VpnService Disclosure
- The App uses
android.net.VpnServiceto build an encrypted tunnel between your device and our servers. - No content logging: we do not log or store your browsing history, search queries, or traffic content.
- Transient IP use: your IP may be used temporarily to establish and maintain the connection and is not retained after the session ends.
- Android will display a system prompt to grant VPN permission before first use.
4) Notifications (Firebase Cloud Messaging)
If you enable notifications, we may use Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM) to send service updates (e.g., maintenance notices, feature tips). For delivery, a pseudonymous FCM token is assigned to your installation. You can disable notifications in the App or device settings at any time.
5) Advertising (AdMob)
We use Google AdMob to serve ads. AdMob may use your Advertising ID (AAID) to provide personalized or contextual ads, depending on your consent and device settings.
- Consent & Controls: In eligible regions, we use Google’s UMP/CMP to collect consent. You can also reset/limit AAID in Android Settings.
- Policy: See Google’s Privacy Policy for AdMob and related services.
| Service | Policy |
|---|---|
| Google AdMob | policies.google.com/privacy |
| Google Analytics for Firebase | firebase.google.com/support/privacy |
| Firebase Crashlytics | firebase.google.com/support/privacy |
7) Data Retention & Deletion
- VPN connection metadata: used in real time and not retained after the session ends.
- Analytics: retained in aggregate for trend analysis for a limited period consistent with Google Analytics for Firebase defaults.
- Crash logs: retained for a limited period to diagnose and fix issues.
- Deletion: you can clear the App data from Android settings; you may also reset the Advertising ID.
8) Security
We use industry-standard encryption to protect data in transit. While no system is 100% secure, we employ technical and organizational measures to safeguard your information.
9) Third-Party Services
The App integrates with the following third-party providers (each governed by its own policy):
- Google AdMob (Advertising)
- Google Analytics for Firebase (Analytics)
- Firebase Crashlytics (Crash reporting)
- Firebase Cloud Messaging (Notifications)
10) Children’s Privacy
The App is rated PEGI 3. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13 (or under 16/18 where applicable). If you believe a child provided data, contact us to request deletion.
11) Your Rights
Depending on your region, you may have rights such as access, correction, objection, or deletion. Because we collect minimal data and no account information, requests typically relate to analytics/ads identifiers. Contact us to exercise rights.
About the developer
Developer / Legal Entity:
HA INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY LTD
Email: [email protected]
Address:
2 Frederick Street
Kings Cross
LONDON
WC1X 0ND
United Kingdom
Contact Us
For questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:
HA INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY LTD
[email protected]
2 Frederick Street, Kings Cross, LONDON WC1X 0ND, United Kingdom
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Important changes will be communicated in-app or on our website. Please check the “Last Updated” date above.
Appendix: Google Play “Data safety” Summary
| Category | Collected | Purpose | Shared |
|---|---|---|---|
| App activity (events, interactions) | Yes (aggregated) | Analytics, app improvement | No (processors only) |
| Device or other IDs (AAID, Firebase IDs) | Yes | Ads (AdMob), analytics, notifications delivery | No (processors only) |
| Diagnostics (crash logs) | Yes | Crash analysis & stability | No (processors only) |
| Personal info / account data | No | — | No |
| Browsing/traffic content | No | — | No |
Encryption: Data is encrypted in transit. Data deletion: Clear app data or reset AAID; contact us for additional requests.