Privacy policy

Last Updated: November 5, 2025

Grand-Screen (“we,” “our,” or “us”) operates the website https://grand-screen.com (the “Service”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Service, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device type and operating system
  • Pages visited and time spent on pages
  • Referring website addresses
  • Geographic location (country/city level)

1.2 Information You Provide

  • User Ratings: When you rate an application, we store your IP address to prevent spam and duplicate ratings
  • Comments: If you leave comments, we collect the information provided in the comment form

1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

  • Remember your preferences
  • Analyze site traffic and usage patterns
  • Deliver personalized advertising through Google AdSense

See our Cookie Policy for detailed information.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

2.1 Service Provision

  • Display application and game catalog
  • Show user ratings and reviews
  • Provide search and filtering functionality

2.2 Analytics and Improvement

  • Analyze website traffic and user behavior
  • Improve our content and user experience
  • Generate statistics about popular apps and categories

2.3 Advertising

  • Display personalized advertisements through Google AdSense
  • Measure advertising effectiveness
  • Comply with advertising partner requirements

2.4 Spam Prevention

  • Prevent fraudulent ratings using IP address tracking
  • Detect and block abusive behavior
  • Maintain data integrity

3. Third-Party Services and Data Sharing

3.1 Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our website. Google AdSense uses cookies and web beacons to:

  • Serve personalized ads based on your interests
  • Track ad performance and conversions
  • Prevent fraudulent ad clicks

Data shared with Google AdSense:

  • IP address
  • Browser and device information
  • Pages visited on our site
  • Interaction with advertisements

Google’s use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your visit to our site and/or other sites on the Internet.

You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting:

For more information about Google’s privacy practices, visit: https://policies.google.com/privacy

3.2 API / Google Play Store Data

We obtain application information (descriptions, screenshots, ratings, metadata) from the Google Play Store through the API service. This data includes:

  • App names, descriptions, and categories
  • Developer information
  • Screenshots and promotional images
  • User ratings and review counts
  • Technical specifications (version, file size, Android requirements)

Important: We do NOT host or distribute APK installation files. We only provide information about applications available on Google Play Store.

3.3 Analytics Services

We may use analytics services (Google Analytics or similar) to collect and analyze usage statistics.

4. Data Retention

  • User Ratings: IP addresses are retained for 12 months for spam prevention
  • Cookies: Session cookies expire when you close your browser; persistent cookies remain for up to 2 years
  • Server Logs: Retained for 90 days for security and debugging purposes

5. Your Rights (GDPR / CCPA)

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

5.1 European Union (GDPR)

  • Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data
  • Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate data
  • Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data
  • Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
  • Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
  • Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
  • Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing

5.2 California (CCPA)

  • Right to know what personal information is collected
  • Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
  • Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
  • Right to request deletion of personal information
  • Right to non-discrimination

Note: We do NOT sell your personal information to third parties.

6. Children’s Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

Our Service is NOT directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Some applications in our catalog may be rated for children (Everyone, 3+, 7+). However:

  • We do NOT display personalized advertising on pages featuring apps rated for children under 13
  • We do NOT collect personal information from users we know are under 13
  • If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately

Parents: If you discover that your child has provided personal information without your consent, please contact us at [email protected].

7. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws.

We take appropriate safeguards to ensure your data is protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

8. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information, including:

  • SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
  • Secure server infrastructure
  • Regular security audits
  • Access controls and authentication

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.

Significant changes will be notified through:

  • A notice on our homepage
  • Email notification (if we have your email)

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, contact us at:

Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Grand-Screen uses cookies and similar technologies.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and improve your experience.

Types of Cookies We Use

1. Strictly Necessary Cookies

Purpose: Essential for website functionality Duration: Session (deleted when browser closes) Examples:

  • PHPSESSID – Maintains your session state
  • wordpress_logged_in_* – Keeps you logged in (if applicable)

Can you refuse them? No – these are required for the website to function.

2. Performance and Analytics Cookies

Purpose: Help us understand how visitors use our website Duration: Up to 2 years Examples:

  • Google Analytics cookies (_ga, _gid, _gat)
  • Usage statistics and page view tracking

Third-party: Yes (Google Analytics) Can you refuse them? Yes – through your browser settings

3. Advertising Cookies

Purpose: Deliver personalized advertisements Duration: Up to 2 years Provider: Google AdSense Examples:

  • __gads – Google advertising
  • IDE – Doubleclick cookie for ad targeting
  • NID – Google services identifier

Third-party: Yes (Google AdSense and advertising partners) Can you refuse them? Yes – through Google Ads Settings or browser settings

4. Functionality Cookies

Purpose: Remember your preferences and settings Duration: Up to 1 year Examples:

  • Language preference
  • Region/country selection
  • Display preferences

Can you refuse them? Yes – but this may affect site functionality

Managing Cookies

Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies
  • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
  • Edge: Settings → Privacy → Cookies

Opt-Out Tools

Do Not Track (DNT)

We honor DNT signals. If your browser sends a DNT signal, we will not place advertising cookies.

Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can:

  • Accept All: Allow all cookies
  • Reject Non-Essential: Only allow strictly necessary cookies
  • Customize: Choose which cookie categories to allow

You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link in our footer.

Changes to Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy. Check the “Last Updated” date at the top.

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