Privacy Policy – Antivirus & Spyware Security

Last Updated: 31 May 2026

Antivirus & Spyware Security ("the App") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how the App collects, uses, and protects information when you use our services.

Information We Collect

The App may collect limited device and diagnostic information required to provide security, antivirus, spyware detection, app analysis, junk cleaning, and device protection features.

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

How Security Scanning Works

The app provides signature-based security scanning for installed applications and accessible files on the device.

The scanning process may include:

The app uses known malware signature matching and does not guarantee detection of all threats.

Malware Signature Database

The app compares generated MD5 hashes against known malware signatures from publicly available security datasets, including VirusShare.

Detection is limited to known signatures available in the database.

The app does not claim guaranteed protection or complete malware detection.

Real-Time Monitoring

If enabled by the user, the app may monitor newly installed applications and newly accessible files for security scanning purposes.

Real-time monitoring operates locally on the device using signature-based scanning.

Users can disable this feature at any time from app settings.

Data Storage and Processing

Security scanning is primarily performed locally on the device.

We do not sell personal information.

We do not upload personal files, photos, videos, contacts, messages, or documents for advertising purposes.

Limited diagnostic or crash-related information may be collected to improve app stability and performance.

Permissions Used

QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES

Used by the Antivirus Scan and App Analyzer features to analyze installed applications, detect hidden apps, disabled apps, admin-enabled apps, suspicious permissions, malware indicators, and potential security risks.

MANAGE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE (All Files Access)

Used by Antivirus Scan and Junk Cleaner features to scan files and directories across device storage, detect malware, spyware, suspicious files, hidden threats, temporary files, cache files, and residual files.

PACKAGE_USAGE_STATS

Used to analyze application activity and provide security-related insights.

CAMERA

Used for security features that require capturing images, including intruder detection and security monitoring functions.

ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION, ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION, ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION

Used by security features that require location information, such as intruder detection or security alerts.

POST_NOTIFICATIONS

Used to send security alerts, scan results, reminders, and important notifications.

REQUEST_DELETE_PACKAGES

Used when users choose to uninstall suspicious or unwanted applications detected by the App.

SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW

Used by screen protection and security overlay features.

ACCESS_WIFI_STATE, CHANGE_WIFI_STATE, ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE, INTERNET

Used to provide network security information, Wi-Fi analysis, connectivity status, app functionality, updates, and online services.

RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED

Used to restart selected security monitoring features after device reboot.

REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS

Used to ensure critical security monitoring features continue functioning properly.

BIND_DEVICE_ADMIN 

Used to help protect the app from unauthorized uninstallation or unauthorized changes to security-related settings.  

BILLING

Used to process subscriptions and in-app purchases through Google Play Billing.

GET_ACCOUNTS

Used only when the user chooses to select an email account for supported app features.

How We Use Information

Information is used solely to:

Data Sharing

We do not sell user data.

We may share limited non-personal and aggregated analytics data with trusted service providers for app improvement, crash analysis, or security-related functionality.

Information may also be disclosed if required by law.

Data Security

We use reasonable security measures to protect information processed by the App. However, no method of electronic storage or transmission is completely secure.

Children's Privacy

The App is not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

Third-Party Services

The App may use third-party services including:

These services may collect information according to their own privacy policies.

User Control

Users may grant or revoke permissions at any time through Android system settings. Certain features may not function properly if required permissions are denied.

Accessibility Service

This app uses the Android AccessibilityService API only with your permission to provide security features including App Blocker, Camera Access Blocker, and App Install & Uninstall Alerts.
The service is optional, can be disabled at any time, and is not used to collect personal data, read passwords, or monitor personal information. 

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

Contact Us

If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Email: picartzonestudio@gmail.com