Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy for GATE VPN
Last updated: June 5, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how Gate VPN (“we”, “our”, or “us”) collects, uses, and protects information when you use our mobile application.
By using Gate VPN, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
Gate VPN is designed to provide a fast and stable VPN connection experience. Depending on how you use the app, we may collect or process the following types of information:
Connection and VPN Information
To provide VPN functionality, the app may process technical connection information such as:
- Selected VPN server
- Connection status
- Connection duration
- Data usage statistics
- VPN protocol or connection configuration
- Approximate server location
- Error logs related to VPN connection attempts
We do not intentionally collect or store your browsing history, websites visited, DNS queries, or the content of your internet traffic.
Device and App Information
We may collect basic technical information to improve app performance and stability, including:
- Device model
- Operating system version
- App version
- Crash logs
- Performance diagnostics
- Language and app settings
- Advertising identifier, where applicable
Usage Data
The app may store local usage statistics such as connection time, downloaded data, uploaded data, and session count. This information is used to display usage statistics inside the app.
Purchases and Premium Access
If you purchase a premium subscription or premium feature, payment and purchase processing is handled by Google Play Billing. We do not collect or store your payment card information.
We may receive purchase status information from Google Play to activate or manage premium features.
Advertising and Analytics
Gate VPN may use third-party services such as Google AdMob, Firebase Analytics, Firebase Crashlytics, and Firebase Cloud Messaging to provide ads, analytics, crash reporting, and notifications.
These services may collect information according to their own privacy policies, such as device identifiers, app usage events, crash reports, and advertising-related data.
How We Use Information
We use the information described above to:
- Provide VPN connection functionality
- Display connection status and usage statistics
- Improve app performance and reliability
- Detect and fix crashes or technical issues
- Manage premium access and subscriptions
- Show relevant ads, where applicable
- Send app-related notifications, where applicable
- Improve user experience and app security
VPN Traffic and Logs
Gate VPN does not intentionally monitor, record, or store the content of your internet traffic.
We do not intentionally collect:
- Browsing history
- Websites visited
- Content of communications
- Files downloaded or uploaded through the VPN
- DNS query history
However, VPN connection data may be temporarily processed as required to establish and maintain a VPN connection.
Some VPN servers or infrastructure providers may process limited technical connection data necessary for operation, security, abuse prevention, and service stability.
Third-Party Services
Gate VPN may use third-party services to support app functionality. These services may collect and process data according to their own privacy policies.
Third-party services may include:
- Google Play Services
- Google Play Billing
- Google AdMob
- Firebase Analytics
- Firebase Crashlytics
- Firebase Cloud Messaging
- VPN infrastructure providers
We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third-party services for more information about how they handle data.
Data Storage and Security
We take reasonable steps to protect information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.
Some app preferences and usage statistics may be stored locally on your device. Certain technical information may be processed by third-party services for analytics, crash reporting, advertising, or billing purposes.
No method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Notifications
Gate VPN may send notifications related to connection status, service updates, app features, or promotional content.
You can manage notification permissions through your device settings or app settings where available.
Advertising
Gate VPN may display advertisements. Advertising partners may use device identifiers or similar technologies to provide, measure, and improve ads.
You may be able to limit ad personalization through your device settings or Google advertising settings.
Premium Features and Subscriptions
Premium features may include access to premium servers, faster connection options, reduced ads, or other enhanced features.
Purchases and subscriptions are processed securely through Google Play. Subscription management, cancellation, and refunds are handled through your Google Play account according to Google Play policies.
Children’s Privacy
Gate VPN is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
If you believe that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.
Your Choices
You can control certain data and permissions through your device settings, including:
- VPN permission
- Notification permission
- Advertising personalization settings
- App data and cache
- Uninstalling the app
You may also reset local usage statistics from within the app if this feature is available.
Data Retention
We retain information only for as long as necessary to provide the app, improve performance, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our terms.
Local app data may remain on your device until you clear app data or uninstall the app.
International Data Processing
Depending on your location and the services used, information may be processed in countries other than your own. These countries may have different data protection laws.
By using Gate VPN, you understand that information may be processed by third-party services and infrastructure providers as necessary to operate the app.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page.
Your continued use of Gate VPN after changes are made means you accept the updated Privacy Policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, you can contact us at:
App Name: Gate VPN
Developer: ASK Project INC.
Email: support@askproject.tr