Introduction & Developer Identity
This Privacy Policy describes the policies and procedures on the collection, use, and disclosure of your information when you download, install, and use the mobile applications distributed by Gebeta Digitals and its development partners, including Abay Teck, Selam App, Tulu Pro, Yango Plus, and Dibora Books (collectively referred to as "the Developer", "we", "us", or "our").
com.abayteck.app), published on the Google Play Store under developer identity Abay Teck in association with Gebeta Digitals & Abay Teck.
By using any of our applications, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. We are firmly committed to user privacy, transparent data handling, and strict compliance with the Google Play Developer Program Policies.
Information We Collect
We adhere strictly to the principle of data minimization: we only collect information necessary to operate, improve, and secure our services.
A. Device and Network Information (Automatically Collected)
When accessing news feeds or tutorial content, our servers automatically receive device technical specifications including your device model, manufacturer, Android OS version, IP address, and network connection status (Wi-Fi or cellular). This data is used solely to deliver responsive content and diagnose network connectivity errors.
B. Advertising Identifiers (Google Advertising ID - AAID)
In compliance with Google Play Advertising policies, our applications integrate the Google Mobile Ads SDK (AdMob). AdMob may access your Android Advertising ID (AAID) to serve contextually relevant advertisements, limit ad repetition, and prevent ad fraud. You may reset or opt out of personalized ads at any time through your Android OS device settings.
C. Voluntary Account Activation Data (Streak & Reward System)
No registration is required to read articles or use core app functions. When a user voluntarily chooses to participate in the 3-day reading streak reward and claim the account activation incentive via Telebirr, the user enters their Name and Phone Number. This data is transmitted via secure TLS encryption solely to verify payout eligibility and prevent automated fraud.
D. Local On-Device Storage
Bookmarked articles, tutorial reading progress, and theme preferences (Dark Mode / Light Mode) are stored locally on your device's private storage (SharedPreferences and SQLite). This data never leaves your device and is not uploaded to our servers.
Android Permissions Disclosed
Our applications request only standard, non-sensitive Android permissions strictly necessary for their core capabilities:
| Permission Name | Type | Functional Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| android.permission.INTERNET | Normal | Enables the app to fetch news stories, tutorials, and load AdMob banners from official cloud servers. |
| android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE | Normal | Detects whether the device is connected to Wi-Fi or mobile data to toggle offline reading mode gracefully. |
| android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS | Runtime (Android 13+) | Allows users to receive breaking news alerts, tutorial uploads, and daily streak reminders. User-controlled via system prompt. |
| android.permission.VIBRATE | Normal | Provides haptic feedback upon receiving notifications and completing streak milestones. |
| android.permission.WAKE_LOCK | Normal | Keeps background Firebase push notifications delivered without interrupting deep sleep cycles. |
Google AdMob & Advertising Disclosures
To maintain free access to verified journalism, educational PDF tutorials, and digital content, our apps display advertisements served by Google AdMob (Google LLC).
• Ad Formats: Banner ads, interstitial ads, and rewarded video ads (e.g. for unlocking PDF tutorial reading rewards or spin bonuses).
• Ad Personalization & Opt-Out: Users have full control over personalized ads. You can opt out of interest-based ads or reset your Advertising ID at any time via:
Settings > Google > Ads > Delete Advertising ID / Reset Advertising ID
• Families Policy & Neutral Ads: In accordance with Google Play's Families Policy and Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), our apps request non-personalized, family-safe ad requests where applicable.
For comprehensive information on how Google manages advertising data, visit Google's official privacy documentation: How Google uses information from sites or apps that use our services.
Third-Party Services & Privacy Links
We partner exclusively with reputable, industry-standard third-party service providers. Below are links to their respective privacy policies:
Streak Activation & Rewards Policy
Our applications implement a verified 3-day reading streak engagement mechanism. Rather than awarding rewards on instant registration, accounts are activated once a reader completes 3 consecutive daily check-ins:
- Voluntary Participation: Users are never required to participate to access news stories or educational tutorials.
- Data Collected: A user name and Ethiopian mobile number (+251...) submitted exclusively for payout transmission.
- No Data Brokering: We strictly do not sell, rent, trade, or share user phone numbers or personal identifiers with third-party marketers.
- Payout Verification: Transaction records are verified against each application's unique transaction prefix to ensure account isolation across projects.
Data Retention & User Deletion Rights
In accordance with Google Play's Account and Data Deletion Policy, every user retains full ownership of their data and may request permanent deletion at any time.
How to request data deletion:
- Visit our dedicated self-service portal: Online Data Deletion Request Page.
- Alternatively, email our Data Protection Officer at privacy@temariliq.com with the subject "Data Deletion Request" and your registered phone number.
Processing Timeline: Upon receiving your request, all associated identifiers (name, phone number, streak records) are permanently purged from active production databases within 30 days.
Local device data (cached articles, reading bookmarks) can be deleted instantly at any time by clearing the application's storage in Android Settings or uninstalling the application.
Children's Privacy (COPPA & GDPR-K)
Our services are designed for general audiences and are not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal identifiable information from children under 13.
If you are a parent or guardian and discover that your child has provided us with personal information without parental consent, please contact us immediately at privacy@temariliq.com. We will promptly delete such information from our records.
Security & Encryption Standards
The security of your data is paramount. We implement industry-leading technical safeguards:
Contact Us & Legal Inquiries
If you have any questions, concerns, or inquiries regarding this Privacy Policy or our data protection practices, please contact our legal and compliance desk:
Entity Name: Gebeta Digitals & Abay Teck Publishing Network
Primary Support Email: contact@temariliq.com
Data Protection Officer (DPO): privacy@temariliq.com
Headquarters / Physical Address: Gebeta Digitals & TemariLiQ Network, Bole Sub-City, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Official Web Portal: https://temariliq.com