CQRA Q Control

📋 Introduction

Welcome to CQRA Q Control, a product of CQRA Private Limited ("we", "us", or "our"). CQRA Q Control is a cloud-based, mobile-enabled supervision application designed for construction project management — streamlining inspections, RFIs, checklists, and quality control workflows with real-time tracking, photo evidence, and maker-checker approvals.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our mobile application and related services. By using CQRA Q Control, you agree to the terms described in this policy.

📦 Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information to provide and improve our services:

🔐 App Permissions

CQRA Q Control requests the following device permissions:

• Camera: To capture photos and videos as evidence during site inspections and quality checks.
• Location (Fine & Coarse): To geo-tag inspection entries and verify the physical location of site activities in real time.
• Contacts: To allow users to add team members, assign tasks, and collaborate within construction projects.
• Storage / Media: To save and retrieve inspection photos and documents on your device.
• Internet Access: To sync data with our cloud servers for real-time collaboration and reporting.

⚙️ How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To provide and operate core app features including inspections, RFIs, checklists, and approvals
• To authenticate users and manage secure access to project data
• To enable real-time tracking, geo-tagging, and photo evidence for site activities
• To facilitate maker-checker approval workflows among team members
• To generate inspection reports and quality control documentation
• To send important notifications related to tasks, approvals, and project updates
• To improve app performance, fix bugs, and enhance user experience
• To comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes

🤝 Data Sharing & Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share your data only in the following limited circumstances:

• Within Your Organization: Project data is shared among authorized team members within your company as part of the app's collaboration features.
• Cloud Service Providers: We use trusted cloud infrastructure providers (e.g., AWS, Firebase) to host and process data securely.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose data if required by law, court order, or governmental authority.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger or acquisition, your data may be transferred as part of business assets, with prior notice to users.

🛡️ Data Storage & Security

We take the security of your data seriously and implement appropriate technical and organizational measures:

• All data is transmitted using SSL/TLS encryption
• Data is stored on secure cloud servers with restricted access controls
• Access to personal data is limited to authorized personnel only
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments are conducted
• We implement role-based access control (RBAC) within the application

While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We encourage users to use strong passwords and keep their credentials confidential.

🗂️ Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. Specifically:

• Project & Inspection Data: Retained for the duration of your subscription and up to 1 year after account closure
• Account Information: Retained until account deletion is requested
• Usage Logs: Retained for up to 90 days for debugging and analytics

You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us at the email below.

👤 Your Rights

As a user of CQRA Q Control, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data ("Right to be Forgotten")
• Data Portability: Request your data in a machine-readable format
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw permission for data collection at any time via device settings
• Objection: Object to processing of your data for certain purposes

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at cqrasoftwares@gmail.com. We will respond within 30 days.

👶 Children's Privacy

CQRA Q Control is a professional construction management application intended for use by adults in a business or enterprise environment. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately so we can delete it.

🔗 Third-Party Services

Our app may use the following third-party services which have their own privacy policies:

• Google Firebase: For authentication, analytics, and cloud storage
• Google Maps API: For location and geo-tagging features
• Google Play Services: For app distribution and updates

We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third-party providers. We are not responsible for their data practices.

🔄 Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make changes:

• The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page will be revised
• Significant changes will be notified via in-app notification or email
• Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy

📬 Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us: