Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to mi9.com. We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data when you use our website and services (collectively, the "Services").

By accessing or using our Services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you disagree with any term provided herein, please discontinue use of our Services immediately.

2. Information We Collect

2.1. Information You Provide to Us

• Account Data: If you register, we collect your email address, username, and password (encrypted).
• User Content: Information you submit when leaving comments, rating apps, or contacting support.
• Developer Submissions: If you submit an app, we collect your developer name, email, and app binaries for verification.

2.2. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit mi9.com to download APKs, we automatically collect certain device information to ensure file compatibility:

• Device Info: Device model, operating system version (Android SDK level), screen resolution, and CPU architecture (e.g., ARM, x86).
• Log Data: IP address, browser type, time spent on pages, and referring URLs.
• Cookies: Data stored on your device to remember preferences (see Section 5).

3. How We Use Google Login

We offer the option to register or log in using your Google account ("Social Login"). If you choose to do this:

• We verify your identity using Google's authentication tokens.
• We receive basic profile information (Name, Email, Profile Picture) permitted by your Google privacy settings.
• Important: We never have access to your Google password. We do not post to your social media accounts without permission.
• Data received is used solely to create your user profile on mi9.com.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected data for the following purposes:

• To facilitate the download of the correct APK version for your specific device.
• To provide, operate, and maintain our website.
• To detect and prevent fraudulent use (e.g., spam comments or malicious app uploads).
• To personalize your experience and deliver relevant content.
• To display advertisements (via third-party networks like Google AdSense).

5. Cookies and Advertising (AdSense)

mi9.com is supported by advertising. We work with third-party ad networks, primarily Google AdSense.

• Cookies: We and our partners use cookies to track user activity on our site to improve performance.
• DoubleClick DART Cookie: Google, as a third-party vendor, uses cookies to serve ads on mi9.com. Google's use of the DART cookie enables it to serve ads to our users based on their visit to our site and other sites on the Internet.
• Opt-Out: Users may opt-out of the use of the DART cookie by visiting the Google Ad and Content Network Privacy Policy.

6. Data Retention and Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures (SSL encryption, firewalls) to protect your personal information. We retain your personal information only for as long as is necessary for the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy, or to comply with legal obligations.

7. Children's Privacy

Our Services are not directed to children under the age of 13 (or 16 in certain jurisdictions like the EEA). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child without verification of parental consent, we take steps to remove that information from our servers.

8. Your Data Protection Rights (GDPR & CCPA)

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• The right to access: You have the right to request copies of your personal data.
• The right to rectification: You have the right to request that we correct any information you believe is inaccurate.
• The right to erasure: You can request that we delete your personal data ("Right to be forgotten").
• The right to restrict processing: You have the right to object to our processing of your personal data.

9. Contact Us

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