App Name: App Lock – Lock Apps
Developer Name: Gworth Sol
Contact Email: preeti.khan.pk001@gmail.com
1. Introduction
App Lock – Lock Apps (“App”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is a privacy and security application designed to help users protect their apps and sensitive data by locking selected applications.
We follow a privacy-first and security-focused approach, complying with:
Google Play Developer Program Policies
Android User Data & Sensitive Permissions Policy
GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)
CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act)
India Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023
By using this App, you agree to this Privacy Policy.
2. Permissions We Use
The App uses permissions strictly to provide app locking and security functionality.
🔐 Usage Access Permission
Permission used:
PACKAGE_USAGE_STATS
Purpose
Detect which app is currently in use
Trigger app lock screen when a protected app is opened
📌 This data is processed only on-device and is not stored or shared externally.
📦 App Visibility Permission
Permission used:
QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES
Purpose
Identify installed apps on the device
Allow users to select apps for locking
📌 The list of installed apps is used only within the app and is not transmitted.
🪟 Overlay Permission
Permission used:
SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW
Purpose
Display lock screen over selected apps
Prevent unauthorized access
📌 Overlay is used only for security purposes, not for deceptive behavior.
⚙️ Foreground Service Permissions
Permissions used:
FOREGROUND_SERVICE
Purpose
Ensure continuous protection of locked apps
Maintain reliable background operation
🌐 Internet Permission
Permission used:
INTERNET
Purpose
App updates
Performance improvements
📌 No personal data is transmitted.
🔔 Notification Permission
Permission used:
POST_NOTIFICATIONS
Purpose
Notify users about security status or alerts
Users can disable notifications anytime.
3. Information We Access
The App may access:
List of installed apps
App usage state (foreground app detection)
📌 All data is processed locally on the device only.
4. Information We Do NOT Collect
The App does NOT collect or store:
❌ Personal identity information
❌ Email addresses
❌ Messages or notifications content
❌ Contacts or call logs
❌ Location data
❌ Financial information
📌 No user account is required.
5. How We Use Information
Information is used only to:
Lock selected apps
Detect app usage
Provide security features
We do not track or profile users.
6. Data Sharing
We do not:
Sell user data
Share personal data with third parties
Upload any app usage data
7. Third-Party Services
The App may use:
Crash analytics
Performance monitoring
These services do not access user-sensitive data.
8. Children’s Privacy
This App is not intended for children under 13.
9. Data Security
We apply strong security practices to ensure user data safety.
All sensitive operations are handled locally on the device.
10. Important Compliance Notice
📌 This App uses sensitive permissions such as:
Usage Access (PACKAGE_USAGE_STATS)
App Visibility (QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES)
Overlay (SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW)
These are used only for core app locking functionality and comply with Google Play policies.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
12. Contact Us
📧 preeti.khan.pk001@gmail.com
Declaration
We declare that:
App Lock – Lock Apps does not collect, store, or sell personal user data
All permissions are used only for app security functionality
No tracking, profiling, or hidden monitoring is performed
The App complies with Google Play Developer Program Policies