Device Permissions List
To ensure the successful implementation and secure, stable functioning of our eCOA application, we may request or use certain device permissions.
Below is a breakdown of the permissions and why we need them. Should there be any changes to the permissions or their related usage, the table will be updated promptly and users notified in an appropriate manner.
| Permission | Description of Functions | Purpose | Applicable Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|
| Access Phone/Device Status | Acquire device identifiers like IMEI and IMSI | To reinforce security risk control, prevent account theft, and ensure that each user login is unique | Android/IOS |
| Access External Storage | Read and write data in device's storage space | To ensure the stable operation of eCOA and allow users to read, write, download, and save images, crash logs, and other information during usage | Android/IOS |
| Camera | Access device’s camera to take photos and videos | For documenting required supplementary medical information, capturing X-ray images, etc. | Android/IOS |
| Access Photo Gallery | Access content in device’s photo gallery | To save and upload images (for example, profile pictures) | Android/IOS |
| Access Calendar | Access and manage events on device’s calendar | To provide appointment scheduling and reminder services to users | Android/IOS |
| Check Wi-Fi Connection | Check current Wi-Fi connectivity status、 Wi-Fi BSSID、Wi-Fi SSID and hotspot details | To check the user's network status | Android/IOS |
| Check Network Connections | Check device's current network connection status | To enable network access for the application upon installation | Android/IOS |
| Request to Install File Package | Request to install the APK update package | To implement quick updates within the eCOA app | Android/IOS |
| Location | Determine precise geographical location using network-based location data | To bolster eCOA security and deliver more accurate, tailored services and content | Android/IOS |
| Audio Recording | Record audio through the app | To assess user’s responses during questionnaire response sessions. | Android/IOS |
| Alibaba Cloud EMAS SDK & Push SDKs from Third-Parties (Xiaomi, Huawei, Oppo, Vivo) |
Information about the device (such as IMEI/MAC/Android ID/IDFA/OAID/OpenUDID/GUID/SIM card IMSI, etc.): Identify unique users and ensure efficient message delivery, optimize push channel resources based on the user's app engagement, improve message delivery rates, and offer developers smart tagging and statistics services Networking and location data (including IP address, Wi-Fi, cell towers, etc.): Optimize connections with servers and ensure the reliability of services and facilitate regional messaging. Installed apps list: Provide smart push notifications tailored to user preferences, minimizing irrelevant content and allowing the option to enable or disable this feature. For the privacy policy related to EMAS, refer to "EMAS Privacy Policy." |
To send eCOA push notifications about medication schedules and scale-filling reminders to users | Android/IOS |