# Privacy Policy for HRM – Employee Attendance

**Last Updated: October 30, 2025**

## Introduction

PGS-CROP Technology (“we,” “our,” or “us”) operates the HRM – Employee Attendance mobile application (the “App”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our App.

## Information We Collect

### 1. Information You Provide
– **Account Information**: Username, email address, full name, phone number
– **Profile Information**: Profile photo, employee ID, department
– **Attendance Data**: Check-in/check-out times, photos taken during check-in

### 2. Information Collected Automatically
– **Location Data**: GPS coordinates when you check in/check out (ONLY when using the app, NOT in background)
– **Device Information**: Device model, operating system version, unique device identifier
– **Photos**: Selfie photos captured during check-in for identity verification

## How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for:
– **Attendance Tracking**: Recording and verifying employee attendance
– **Identity Verification**: Confirming employee identity through photos
– **Location Verification**: Ensuring check-in occurs at authorized locations
– **Reporting**: Generating attendance reports and analytics
– **App Improvement**: Enhancing app functionality and user experience

## Data Storage and Security

– **Your Company’s Server**: All attendance data is stored on your company’s own server infrastructure
– **Encryption**: Data is transmitted using HTTPS/SSL encryption
– **Secure Storage**: Device credentials stored using iOS Keychain (iOS) or EncryptedSharedPreferences (Android)
– **No Third-Party Sharing**: We do NOT share your data with any third parties
– **No Tracking**: We do NOT use tracking or advertising services

## Location Data

– **When In Use Only**: Location is accessed ONLY when you actively check in/check out
– **Not in Background**: We do NOT track your location when the app is not in use
– **Purpose**: Location data is used solely to verify you are at an authorized work location
– **Storage**: Location data is stored on your company’s server

## Photo Data

– **Purpose**: Photos are used for identity verification during check-in
– **Storage**: Photos are stored on your company’s server
– **Access**: Only authorized HR personnel can access attendance photos
– **Retention**: Photos are retained according to your company’s data retention policy

## Your Rights

You have the right to:
– **Access**: Request a copy of your personal data
– **Correction**: Update or correct your information
– **Deletion**: Request deletion of your data (subject to company policy)
– **Objection**: Object to certain data processing activities

To exercise these rights, contact your company’s HR department or email us at: privacy@pgscrop.com

## Children’s Privacy

Our App is not intended for users under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 16.

## Data Retention

– Attendance data is retained according to your employer’s data retention policy
– Account data is retained while you remain an employee
– Upon employment termination, data handling follows your company’s policy

## Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:
– Posting the new Privacy Policy in the app
– Updating the “Last Updated” date
– Sending a notification (if significant changes)

## Third-Party Services

Our App does NOT use:
– Analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics)
– Advertising networks
– Social media integration
– Third-party tracking

## International Data Transfers

Your data is stored on your company’s server, which may be located in your country or another jurisdiction. By using the App, you consent to the transfer of your data as necessary for the service.

## Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices:

**Email**: privacy@pgscrop.com
**Support**: support@pgscrop.com
**Address**: Số 45, đường Quang Trung, Tp Vinh, Nghệ An

## Compliance

This app complies with:
– General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
– California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
– Other applicable data protection laws

## Cookies and Tracking

Our App does NOT use:
– Cookies
– Web beacons
– Tracking pixels
– Advertising identifiers

## Your Company’s Responsibility

As this app connects to your company’s server:
– Your employer is the data controller for attendance data
– Your company’s privacy policy also applies
– Contact your HR department for company-specific privacy questions

**Developer**: PGS-CROP Technology
**Last Updated**: October 30, 2025
**Effective Date**: October 30, 2025