Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 22, 2026
Welcome to the Privacy Policy for Messages — a faster, simpler, and secure text messenger for private chats and SMS on Android devices.
Advance Logic (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is the developer and operator of the app, located in Gujarat, India. Our contact details are provided at the end.
Core privacy commitments
The app does not require account creation, sign-in, registration, or submission of any identifying information.
All messages (private chats and SMS/MMS), conversation history, scheduled messages, reminders, displayed contact names, and any backup/restore files you create stay exclusively on your device.
We never upload, store on our servers, or access your conversation content, chat logs, or personal files through the application.
Backup and restore functions are handled locally — you control JSON files saved to or loaded from your own device storage.
This Privacy Policy aligns with Google Play Developer Program Policies (including User Data and Data Safety rules), the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), and the California Online Privacy Protection Act (CalOPPA).
1. Introduction and Scope
This Privacy Policy governs the use of Messages by every user on Android smartphones and tablets. It describes in straightforward language:
the very limited categories of information that may be involved,
the purpose and behavior of third-party services we integrate,
the exact Android permissions requested and why they are necessary,
how your conversation data remains stored and protected locally,
the narrow purposes for which anonymized or device-level data is handled by advertising and analytics providers,
the privacy controls available to you and your rights under major privacy laws.
Because the app keeps conversations, reminders, and backups strictly on-device and does not transmit them, it collects far less information than typical messaging applications.
2. Information We Collect
We do not collect any personal data that identifies you. We never collect, receive, or store:
All content you generate remains local:
The only information indirectly involved comes from third-party services used for advertisements, stability monitoring, crash reporting, and usability improvements. This includes:
anonymized usage events (feature interactions, screen views)
crash reports and performance metrics
device advertising identifier
approximate location (only if you allow it for advertising)
basic device characteristics (model, Android version, screen category)
None of this includes conversation content or allows personal identification.
3. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)
For users in the EEA, UK, or regions where GDPR applies, any limited processing relies on:
Legitimate interests (primary basis) Necessary activities that do not override your rights:
serving contextual and personalized ads to support free usage
collecting anonymized usage and crash data to resolve issues
analyzing masked interaction patterns to enhance interface design
applying code protection measures
maintaining reliable scheduling and notification behavior
Consent Applied where required (e.g., for personalized ads or specific analytics). You can give or withdraw consent via device settings or third-party opt-out tools.
Legal obligation Processing needed to comply with law, court order, or binding authority request.
4. Permissions We Use in Our App and Why
Only essential Android permissions are requested. Each is explained below:
POST_NOTIFICATIONS Shows alerts for incoming messages so you stay informed even when the app is not in focus.
SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM + SET_ALARM Enables exact-time scheduling of messages using Android’s reliable alarm mechanism.
READ_SMS • WRITE_SMS • SEND_SMS • RECEIVE_SMS • RECEIVE_MMS • android.provider.Telephony.SMS_RECEIVED Permits reading existing messages, composing and sending SMS/MMS, receiving incoming messages, handling attachments, and displaying delivery status.
READ_CONTACTS Displays contact names from the device’s local address book in threads. No copying, uploading, remote storage, or transmission occurs.
CALL_PHONE • READ_PHONE_STATE Allows initiating phone calls from a conversation thread. READ_PHONE_STATE supports call-state awareness.
INTERNET • ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE Supports ad loading, anonymized analytics transmission, and potential minor updates. No conversation content is sent.
WAKE_LOCK Briefly activates the device to present incoming message notifications when the screen is off.
RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED Re-schedules pending timed messages after device restart.
SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW Enables floating overlays (e.g., quick-action screens over other apps).
<queries> <package android:name="com.whatsapp" /> Detects WhatsApp installation to offer direct call/video/text intents to contacts.
Manage permissions anytime in Settings → Apps → Messages → Permissions.
5. Data Storage and Security
Your content is stored only on your device using:
Room database for structured data
local file system for JSON backups
hardware-backed biometric authentication for chat locking
string obfuscation to protect code
We never transmit conversation content. Third-party SDKs use encrypted channels for their limited data. Overall security also depends on your device settings and updates.
6. Third-Party Libraries & SDKs Used in Our App
These components enable features, performance, UI, and free access via ads. None access conversation content:
Google AdMob (AdX, Meta Audience Network, InMobi, Vungle, AppLovin) — Serves ads; collects advertising ID, approximate location (if allowed), interaction data. → Google Privacy Policy
Firebase Analytics — Anonymized usage, crashes. → Firebase Privacy • Google Privacy Policy
SDP — Screen-size responsive layouts (local)
Glide — Image/media loading (on-device)
EventBus — Internal events (no network)
Moshi — Local JSON backup/restore support
SwipeDecorator — Swipe gestures (local UI)
androidx.biometric — Chat locking via device biometrics
Lottie — Animations (local)
Room — Local database for reminders
Koin — Code organization (no collection)
Paranoid — String obfuscation
DataStore — Preference storage
APNG — Animated image support (local)
Microsoft Clarity — Masked interaction recordings/heatmaps. → Clarity Privacy • Microsoft Privacy Statement
7. Advertising, Analytics, and Tracking Technologies
Yes — ads appear via AdMob and partners; may be personalized (manage in device settings).
Analytics — Firebase (usage/crashes) and Clarity (masked sessions) improve reliability and design.
8. Cookies and Similar Technologies
Apps use device identifiers (advertising ID, instance ID) instead of cookies for ad and analytics purposes. Reset or limit via Android settings.
9. Detailed Information on the Processing of Your Personal Data
Processing is limited to third-party SDKs for ad delivery/optimization, anonymized usage tracking, crash analysis, and masked usability insights. Conversation content is never processed remotely.
10. Data Retention and Deletion
On-device content remains until you delete it or uninstall the app (removing all local data). Third-party anonymized data follows their policies.
11. Payment Terms and In-App Purchases
Yes — premium features via purchases/subscriptions handled by Google Play Billing. We never see payment details.
Subscriptions auto-renew; cancel via Google Play settings (premium continues until period ends).
Google shares limited non-personal status info with us. Refunds follow Google Play rules. Complies with Google Play Terms and Google Privacy Policy.
12. User Rights Under GDPR
Rights include access, rectification, erasure, restriction, objection, portability, and consent withdrawal (where applicable). Contact us for assistance, especially with third-party opt-outs.
13. User Rights Under CCPA/CPRA
California residents may request categories collected/shared, deletion, opt-out of sales (none occur), limit sensitive data use (none collected), and non-discrimination. Contact us to exercise rights.
14. “Do Not Track” (CalOPPA)
Mobile apps do not process browser DNT signals. Control tracking via Android ad settings.
15. International Data Transfers
Limited anonymized data to Google/Microsoft may go to the US/other countries with recognized safeguards (e.g., standard clauses).
16. Protection from Malware and Network Misuse
The app contains no malware and does not misuse networks or collect unnecessary data.
17. Links to Other Websites and Apps
External links (e.g., policy pages) are not under our control; review their privacy practices separately.
18. Children’s Privacy
Not directed to children under 13; no knowing collection from children.
19. Compliance with Legal Obligations and Law Enforcement
Disclosure possible if required by law, court order, or to protect rights/safety.
20. Changes to This Privacy Policy
Updates may occur for features, services, or legal reasons. Check the latest version in the app listing or description.
21. Contact Us
Questions or rights requests:
Advance Logic
Email: advancelogical@gmail.com
Address: Gujarat, India