Last Updated: July 11, 2025
Email Gallery Contacts ("we," "our," or "us") operates the Contacts & Phone Calls mobile application (the "App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our App. By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this policy. This policy complies with Google Play policies and applicable data protection regulations, including the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and the Brazilian General Data Protection Law (LGPD).
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about our data practices. This policy is designed to be clear, user-friendly, and comprehensive, addressing how your data is handled and your rights regarding your personal information.
We collect specific types of information to provide and enhance the functionality of the App. Below is a detailed explanation of the data we collect and why we collect it:
Contacts Information: The App accesses your device’s contact list to allow you to view, manage, edit, and save contact information. This includes names, phone numbers, email addresses, and other details stored in your contacts.
Purpose: Enables core functionality, such as adding, editing, or deleting contacts within the App.
Permissions: android.permission.READ_CONTACTS, android.permission.WRITE_CONTACTS.
Call Logs: We access your call history to display and manage recent calls, such as incoming, outgoing, or missed calls.
Purpose: Provides features like call history management and integration with contact details.
Permissions: android.permission.READ_CALL_LOG, android.permission.WRITE_CALL_LOG.
Phone State Information: The App may access phone state data, such as incoming or outgoing call statuses and SIM card details, to support call management features.
Purpose: Enables call handling, such as displaying a SIM selection option on multi-SIM devices.
Permissions: android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE, android.permission.CALL_PHONE, android.permission.MANAGE_OWN_CALLS.
Storage Access: We access your device’s storage to read and write data, such as saving profile pictures or other media files associated with your contacts.
Purpose: Allows you to attach and manage media files for contacts.
Permissions: Storage-related permissions for reading and writing media files.
Device Information: We collect device-specific data, such as hardware details, operating system version, and system settings.
Purpose: Used for crash reporting, performance optimization, and ensuring compatibility with your device.
Network and Internet Access: The App requires internet access to enable features like cloud synchronization, analytics, and displaying ads.
Purpose: Supports optional features and improves user experience through analytics and personalized ads.
Notification Access: We use notifications to inform you about important updates, such as incoming calls or App-related alerts.
Purpose: Keeps you informed about critical events or updates.
Permissions: android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS.
Overlay Permission: Allows the App to display the call screen over other apps during incoming or outgoing calls.
Purpose: Ensures a seamless call experience.
Permission: android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW.
Full Screen Intent Permission: Enables the App to show the call screen when your device is locked or in an idle state.
Purpose: Ensures call notifications are visible even when the device is not in use.
Permission: android.permission.USE_FULL_SCREEN_INTENT.
Wake Lock Permission: Allows the App to wake your device when a call arrives.
Purpose: Ensures you receive call notifications promptly.
Permission: android.permission.WAKE_LOCK.
Foreground Service Permission: Enables the App to display the calling screen even when running in the background.
Purpose: Maintains call functionality when the App is not in active use.
Permissions: android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE, android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_PHONE_CALL.
Local Storage: All data related to contacts, call logs, and media files is stored locally on your device. We do not upload or store this data on external servers unless explicitly required for cloud synchronization (with your consent).
Security Measures: We implement industry-standard security practices, including encryption and regular security audits, to protect your personal data. However, no method of data transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Anonymized Analytics: Any data shared with third-party services (e.g., Firebase Analytics) is anonymized to ensure it cannot be linked to you personally.
Local Data: All App data, such as contacts and media files, is stored locally on your device. If you uninstall the App, all locally stored data will be deleted from your device.
Third-Party Data: Data shared with third-party services (e.g., Firebase Analytics) is subject to their respective retention policies. We do not control how long third parties retain anonymized data.
User-Initiated Deletion: You can delete your data by uninstalling the App or clearing the App’s data through your device settings.
We use the following third-party services to enhance the App’s functionality. Each service handles data according to its own privacy policy:
Firebase Analytics: Collects anonymized usage data, such as feature engagement and crash reports, to improve App performance.
Data Collected: App usage patterns, crash logs, and device information (anonymized).
Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy.
Gson: Used for data conversion and management within the App.
Purpose: Simplifies data processing for contact management.
Library: com.google.code.gson:gson.
Koin: Used for dependency injection to streamline code and create singleton classes.
Purpose: Improves App performance and code simplicity.
Library: io.insert-koin:koin-android.
Coil: Used to efficiently display images and media within the App.
Purpose: Enhances the user interface for contact profile pictures.
Library: io.coil-kt:coil-compose.
EZ VCard: Enables importing contacts from VCF files.
Purpose: Supports contact import functionality.
Library: com.googlecode.ez-vcard:ez-vcard.
Google AdMob: Displays ads within the App to support free usage.
Data Collected: Anonymized data for personalized ads (e.g., device ID, ad interaction data).
Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy.
The App offers optional paid features, including subscriptions and in-app purchases, to enhance your experience. Below are the details:
Subscriptions: We offer multiple subscription plans (e.g., weekly, monthly, yearly) with prices varying by country. Subscriptions are charged through your Google Play account and automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the renewal date.
Renewal: Your Google Play account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the current period ends. The renewal price will be displayed before charging.
Management: You can manage or cancel subscriptions via the App’s Account Settings or the Google Play Store.
Free Trials: If a free trial is offered, any unused portion will be forfeited upon subscribing before the trial ends.
In-App Purchases: Options like "remove ads" or "premium lifetime" are available, with prices varying by country.
Purpose: Unlocks advanced features or removes ads for a better user experience.
Payment Processing: Payments are handled by trusted third-party processors, such as Google Play In-App Payments, which comply with PCI-DSS security standards. We do not store or process your payment information directly.
Privacy Policy for Payments: Google Privacy Policy.
The App does not directly use cookies. However, third-party services like Google AdMob or Firebase Analytics may use cookies or similar technologies to collect anonymized data for analytics or ads. You can manage cookie settings through your device or browser preferences.
If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights under the GDPR:
Right to Access: Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data.
Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we process your data.
Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
Right to Object: Object to data processing, particularly for advertising purposes.
Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing at any time.
To exercise these rights, please contact us as described in the "Contact Us" section.
If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the CCPA:
Right to Notice: Be informed about the categories of personal data collected and their purposes.
Right to Access: Request details about the personal data collected, including categories, sources, purposes, and third parties with whom it is shared.
Right to Deletion: Request deletion of personal data collected in the past 12 months.
Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of the sale of your personal data (if applicable). Visit our "Do Not Sell My Personal Information" section in the App.
Right to Non-Discrimination: Not be discriminated against for exercising your CCPA rights, including through denial of services, different pricing, or reduced quality.
To exercise these rights, please contact us as described in the "Contact Us" section. We will respond to verifiable requests within 45 days, with a possible 45-day extension if necessary.
Our App does not respond to "Do Not Track" signals, as this feature is not applicable to mobile apps. However, you can manage data collection preferences (e.g., disabling personalized ads) through the App settings or your device’s privacy controls.
We take measures to protect the App from malware and unauthorized network access. Our App undergoes regular security audits to ensure a safe user experience. We do not engage in or permit any form of network misuse, such as unauthorized access to your device or data.
The App may contain links to third-party websites or services (e.g., Google Play, Firebase). We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.
The App is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided personal information, we will take steps to delete it. If you believe a child under 13 has provided data, please contact us.
We may disclose your personal data if required to comply with legal obligations, such as responding to court orders, subpoenas, or other lawful requests from authorities. We will only disclose data to the extent necessary to meet these obligations.
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or App functionality. Updates will be posted on this page, and the "Last Updated" date will be revised. We recommend reviewing this policy periodically to stay informed.
If you have questions, concerns, or need assistance regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us.
Developer Name: Email Gallery Contacts
Email: keepingnoteped@gmail.com
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