Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 29, 2026
Last Updated: January 29, 2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to MetroMan. This service is jointly operated by Expanse LLC (Registered in Yokohama, Japan) and Beijing MetroMan Technology Co., Ltd. (Registered in Beijing, China) (collectively, "we", "us", or "MetroMan").
This Privacy Policy applies to the MetroMan website (https://www.metroman.cn) and the MetroMan mobile applications for iOS and Android (collectively, the "Service").
Entity Designation:
- If you download the Service via Google Play, Apple App Store, or access it outside of mainland China, the Service is provided by and the legal responsibility is held by Expanse LLC.
- If you download the Service via Chinese domestic app stores (e.g., Xiaomi, Vivo, Oppo, Honor), the Service is provided by and the legal responsibility is held by Beijing MetroMan Technology Co., Ltd.
2. Information Collection and Use
We adhere to the principles of "Lawfulness, Fairness, and Necessity." MetroMan does not require user accounts and does not actively collect your personally identifiable information (PII).
2.1 Information You Provide
When you contact us via email (metromanchina@gmail.com) for support, we collect your email address and the content of your message to respond to your request.
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
To ensure app stability and provide core features such as "Nearest Station," we collect information via system APIs or third-party SDKs:
- Device Information: Device model, OS version, and unique identifiers (e.g., IDFA, OAID/GAID, Android ID).
- Network Information: IP address and network status.
- Location Information (Subject to Authorization): We access your precise or approximate location only when you use location-based features. You may revoke this permission at any time.
3. Third-Party SDKs and Services
We integrate several third-party SDKs for mapping, advertising, and analytics. Their data processing is governed by their respective privacy policies.
| Category | Provider | Platform | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maps | Amap / Google Maps | All | Map display and route planning |
| Apple MapKit | iOS | Native iOS mapping features | |
| Advertising | Google AdMob / AdSense | All | Core ad distribution and web advertising |
| Mintegral / Pangle (Global) | All | Global ad mediation and monetization | |
| TikTok for Business | All | Pangle Global advertising services | |
| Pangle (China) | All | Ad monetization for the Chinese market | |
| Tencent GDT | All | Ad monetization for the Chinese market | |
| Analytics | Firebase / Google Analytics | All | Crash reporting and performance analytics |
| Monetization | RevenueCat | All | Subscription management and entitlement |
4. Your Rights and Data Deletion
- Permissions: You can manage or revoke access to location, notifications, or ad tracking (IDFA/GAID) via your device settings.
- Data Deletion Request (Important):
Since we do not store PII associated with user accounts, we process data using anonymous identifiers. If you wish to request the deletion of data associated with your device identifier or your email communications, please contact us at:
metromanchina@gmail.com. We will process your request within 15 business days after verifying your identity.
5. Data Storage and Security
- Storage Location: Our website server is located in China (Alibaba Cloud). Data collected by third-party SDKs is stored on their global servers in accordance with their own policies.
- Security: We implement industry-standard measures, such as HTTPS encryption, to protect your data.
6. Children's Privacy
Our Service is not intended for children under 14 (or the minimum age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
7. Contact Us
For any questions or complaints regarding this policy:
- Email:
metromanchina@gmail.com - Operating Entities:
- Expanse LLC (Yokohama, Japan)
- Beijing MetroMan Technology Co., Ltd. (Beijing, China)