Privacy Policy
Last Updated: November 26, 2024
Welcome to Contacts App!
Developer Siversky Donets ("we," "our," or "us") operates the "Contacts" mobile app (the "App").
This page explains our policies regarding the collection, use, and sharing of personal information when you use our app.
By using our app, you agree to let us collect and use your information as described in this Privacy Policy. The information we collect is used to provide and improve our service. We do not share your personal information with anyone except as outlined in this policy.
The terms in this Privacy Policy have the same meanings as in our Terms and Conditions, available at Siversky Donets, unless stated otherwise.
This Privacy Policy explains how we handle your information when you use the "Contacts" app. By using the app, you accept the practices described here.
- Information Collection and Use
Contacts Information: We access your contacts to enable you to manage, edit, and save contact information within the app.
Call Logs: The app accesses your call logs to allow you to view and manage your recent call history.
Phone State Information: We may access phone state information (such as incoming and outgoing call statuses) to help manage calls directly within the app.
Storage Access: We access your device’s storage to read and write data, such as saving profile pictures and other media files related to your contacts.
Device Information: We collect device-related data (hardware details, system settings) for crash reporting and performance improvements.
Network and Internet Access: The app requires internet access to provide features like cloud synchronization, analytics, and display of ads.
Camera Access: The app access for taking contact profile picture as well as for scanning QR code of contact to save contact direct from QR code of contact.
Notification Access: We use notifications to alert you about important updates related to the app.
All contact and call log data are stored locally on your device. We do not upload or store this data on external servers. However, anonymized app usage data collected by third-party services (like Firebase) may be processed on their servers.
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal data. However, no data transmission or storage system can guarantee 100% security.
The App may request the following permissions:
Notification Access: The app may utilize the POST_NOTIFICATIONS permission to send notifications related to incoming calls, missed calls, or other relevant app updates. These notifications are solely for the purpose of enhancing your user experience within the app
android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS
Contacts Access: The permissions READ_CONTACTS and WRITE_CONTACTS may be required to access your device's contacts locally on your device in order to display and manage contacts, contact details, calling any saved contact from your device etc. We do not store or transmit your contact data to any third parties.
android.permission.WRITE_CONTACT
android.permission.READ_CONTACT
Call Log Access: The permissions READ_CALL_LOG and WRITE_CALL_LOG may be required to access your device's call logs locally on your device in order to provide call history and manage call logs. We do not store or transmit your contact data to any third parties.
android.permission.READ_CALL_LOG
android.permission.WRITE_CALL_LOG
Get Account: The permissions GET_ACCOUNTS required to manage or show contact as per account wise in this app, as well as sync contact functionality depend on account which is store contact data.
android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS
Sync Settings : The permissions READ_SYNC_SETTINGS and WRITE_SYNC_SETTINGS required to synchronize contact data with account from device to account which is used by app for store contact data in account
android.permission.WRITE_SYNC_SETTINGS
android.permission.READ_SYNC_SETTINGS
Phone Call: The permissions CALL_PHONE , READ_PHONE_STATE ,ANSWER_PHONE_CALLS,MANAGE_OWN_CALLS allows the App to make calls and pick accounts to call from available carriers/accounts.(Default dialer will automatically has these permissions)
android.permission.CALL_PHONE
android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE
android.permission.ANSWER_PHONE_CALLS
android.permission.MANAGE_OWN_CALLS
Storage Access: The permissions READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE,WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE,READ_MEDIA_IMAGES is required for add or update contact profile images and well take QR code for directly save contact from QR code in this app, READ_MEDIA_AUDIO permission is required for set incoming call ringtone as well set rintone for perticular contact wise.
android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
android.permission.READ_MEDIA_IMAGES
android.permission.READ_MEDIA_AUDIO
Camera Access: The permissions CAMERA is required when user need to update contact profile image and also used when user add contact using QR code Scan.
android.permission.CAMERA
Network Access: This may be required for downloading updates or serving advertisements. It is also necessary for Google AdMob, Firebase, and other third-party services integrated into the App.
android.permission.INTERNET
Modify Phone state: The permission MODIFY_PHONE_STATE allows the app to modify the telephony state -like we use to dismiss system missed call notification.
android.permission.MODIFY_PHONE_STATE
Wake lock & Disable keyguard: The Permission WAKE_LOCK & DISABLE_KEYGUARD allows the app to turn the user device on if the screen is off & show the calling screen before the user lock screen if the user has an incoming call.
android.permission.WAKE_LOCK
android.permission.DISABLE_KEYGUARD
Full screen intent: The Permission USE_FULL_SCREEN_INTENT allows the app to show full screen notification if the user has locked its device and the incoming call arrives.
android.permission.USE_FULL_SCREEN_INTENT
Write System Settings: The permission WRITE_SETTINGS allows the app to set default ringtone for incoming call.
android.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS
Record Audio: The permission RECORD_AUDIO allows the app to record audio for search contacts and call logs by voice command
android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO
Bluetooth: The permission BLUETOOTH allows the app to enable/disable bluetooth and used while call is ongoing.
android.permission.BLUETOOTH
android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN
android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT
Foreground Service: The permission FOREGROUND_SERVICE allows the app to Start foreground service to keep notification alive as well FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC for import or export contact in background process when user use import/export functionality and FOREGROUND_SERVICE_PHONE_CALL service for keep app alive when call is ongoing.
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_PHONE_CALL
System alert window: The permission SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW allows the app to Draw on other apps android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW
Vibrate: The permission VIBRATE allows the app to Vibrate on phone calls (Now ignorable)
android.permission.VIBRATE
Querying another app package: we use <Query> to get the com.whatsapp package to detect the whatsapp numbers of their contacts and calling intent to simplify the user to call, voice call to whatsapp by using our app. we user <Query> to get_content for action to pick, capturing and choose image for contact profile image add or update in contact details <queries> <package android:name="com.whatsapp" />
<action android:name="android.intent.action.GET_CONTENT" /> </queries>
- Types of Data Collected :
Personal Data: We may ask for identifiable information like your email address and phone number.
Cookies and Usage Data: Anonymized data such as usage statistics may be collected to enhance the app’s functionality.
Google Ads:
We use Google AdMob to display ads in the app. AdMob may collect data like device identifiers, usage details, and location (if allowed) to show personalized ads. You can manage your ad preferences in your device settings.
Firebase Analytics:
Firebase helps us collect anonymous app usage data, including crash reports and feature engagement. This information is used to improve app performance and does not identify you personally.
Room Database:
We use Room Database ("androidx.room:room") to store data locally on your device. This ensures your contact data stays private and is not shared with any third parties.
SDP and SSP:
We use SDP ("com.intuit.sdp:sdp-android") and SSP ("com.intuit.ssp:ssp-android") to create flexible and responsive user interfaces for different screen sizes and aspect ratios.
Glide:
Glide ("com.github.bumptech.glide:glide") is used to load and display images efficiently in the app.
CircleImageView:
CircleImageView ("de.hdodenhof:circleimageview") is used to show images in a circular format for a better visual experience.
Camera-View:
We use Camera-View ("androidx.camera:camera-view") and Camera2 ("androidx.camera:camera-camera2") to scan QR codes and save contact details directly from them.
SplashScreen:
SplashScreen ("androidx.core:core-splashscreen") ensures a smooth and modern splash screen experience, especially on newer Android devices.
Fast Scroller:
The Fast Scroller ("com.simplecityapps:recyclerview-fastscroll") helps you quickly navigate long lists, such as your contacts list, for better usability.
Volley:
Volley ("com.android.volley:volley") is used to check if the QR code contains online data and to fetch the contact information if needed.
Zxing:
Zxing ("com.journeyapps:zxing-android-embedded") processes QR code scans and extracts the contact details.
ExifInterface:
ExifInterface ("androidx.exifinterface:exifinterface") allows us to handle image data before compressing it when users upload profile pictures for their contacts.
DocumentFile:
DocumentFile ("androidx.documentfile:documentfile") is used to import VCF files, enabling users to add contacts directly to their list.
Ez-Vcard:
Ez-Vcard ("com.googlecode.ez-vcard:ez-vcard") lets users import, export, or create VCF files for easy contact sharing.
Gson:
Gson ("com.google.code.gson:gson") helps manage large amounts of data by organizing it efficiently into lists.
UCrop:
UCrop ("com.github.yalantis:ucrop") allows users to crop contact images when adding or updating details.
Material Design:
Material Design ("com.google.android.material") ensures the app has a modern and intuitive user interface.
Multidex:
Multidex ("androidx.multidex:multidex") supports handling apps with a large number of methods efficiently.
RxJava:
RxJava ("io.reactivex.rxjava2:rxjava") simplifies handling sequences of data and events, making the app more responsive and efficient.
We may use third-party advertising companies to serve ads when you visit the App. These companies may use information about your visits to the App and other websites contained in web cookies to provide advertisements about goods and services of interest to you.
- Payment Terms
Subscriptions: We currently do not have active subscription plans in the app, such as monthly, weekly, or yearly subscriptions with varying prices based on the country and automatic recurring payments. However, we may consider adding such features in the future.
In-App Purchases: No In-App Purchases have been added to the App as of now, but we may add it in future.
The privacy of your payment information is managed by Google. For more information, you can view their Privacy Policy at: [Google Privacy Policy](https://www.google.com/policies/privacy/).
All application data is stored locally on your device. If you delete the App, all locally stored data will be deleted from your device. Any data collected by third-party services is subject to their data retention policies.
The App is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe your child has provided personal data through the App, please contact us to remove it.
If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain data protection rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the GDPR, including:
Right to Access: Request access to your personal data.
Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate information.
Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data.
Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how your data is used.
Right to Data Portability: Receive a copy of your data.
Right to Object: Object to data processing, particularly for ads.
Any capitalized terms not defined herein shall have the meaning ascribed to them in the EULA.
This Privacy Policy explains what data we may collect from you, how such data may be used or shared with others, how we safeguard it and how you may exercise your rights related to your Personal Data (as defined below), among others, and where applicable, as required according to the EU General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”),the Brazilian General Data Protection Law (as amended by Law No. 13,853/2019) (“LGPD”), the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) and other US states as further detailed below.
This Privacy Policy explains our data collection practices that are applicable to any users of our App or our Services (“you” or “your”).
Your Rights under the CCPA
Under this Privacy Policy, and by law if You are a resident of California, You have the following rights:
The right to notice. You must be properly notified which categories of Personal Data are being collected and the purposes for which the Personal Data is being used.
The right to access / the right to request. The CCPA permits You to request and obtain from the Company information regarding the disclosure of Your Personal Data that has been collected in the past 12 months by the Company or its subsidiaries to a third-party for the third party's direct marketing purposes.
The right to say no to the sale of Personal Data. You also have the right to ask the Company not to sell Your Personal Data to third parties. You can submit such a request by visiting our "Do Not Sell My Personal Information" section or web page.
The right to know about Your Personal Data. You have the right to request and obtain from the Company information regarding the disclosure of the following:
The categories of Personal Data collected
The sources from which the Personal Data was collected
The business or commercial purpose for collecting or selling the Personal Data
Categories of third parties with whom We share Personal Data
The specific pieces of Personal Data we collected about You
The right to delete Personal Data. You also have the right to request the deletion of Your Personal Data that have been collected in the past 12 months.
The right not to be discriminated against. You have the right not to be discriminated against for exercising any of Your Consumer's rights, including by:
Denying goods or services to You
Charging different prices or rates for goods or services, including the use of discounts or other benefits or imposing penalties
Providing a different level or quality of goods or services to You
Suggesting that You will receive a different price or rate for goods or services or a different level or quality of goods or services.
Exercising Your CCPA Data Protection Rights
In order to exercise any of Your rights under the CCPA, and if you are a California resident, You can email or call us or visit our "Do Not Sell My Personal Information" section or web page.
The Company will disclose and deliver the required information free of charge within 45 days of receiving Your verifiable request. The time period to provide the required information may be extended once by an additional 45 days when reasonable necessary and with prior notice.
Service Providers have access to Your Personal Data only to perform their tasks on Our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.
Analytics
We may use third-party Service providers to monitor and analyze the use of our Service.
• Google Analytics
Google Analytics is a web analytics service offered by Google that tracks and reports website traffic. Google uses the data collected to track and monitor the use of our Service. This data is shared with other Google services. Google may use the collected data to contextualise and personalise the ads of its own advertising network.
You may opt-out of certain Google Analytics features through your mobile device settings, such as your device advertising settings or by following the instructions provided by Google in their Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en
For more information on the privacy practices of Google, please visit the Google Privacy & Terms web page: https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en
Advertising
We may use Service providers to show advertisements to You to help support and maintain Our Service.
• Google AdSense & DoubleClick Cookie
Google, as a third party vendor, uses cookies to serve ads on our Service. Google's use of the DoubleClick cookie enables it and its partners to serve ads to our users based on their visit to our Service or other websites on the Internet.
You may opt out of the use of the DoubleClick Cookie for interest-based advertising by visiting the Google Ads Settings web page: http://www.google.com/ads/preferences/
• AdMob by Google
AdMob by Google is provided by Google Inc.
You can opt-out from the AdMob by Google service by following the instructions described by Google: https://support.google.com/ads/answer/2662922?hl=en
For more information on how Google uses the collected information, please visit the "How Google uses data when you use our partners' sites or app" page: https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites or visit the Privacy Policy of Google: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Behavioral Remarketing
The Company uses remarketing services to advertise on third party websites to You after You visited our Service. We and Our third-party vendors use cookies to inform, optimize and serve ads based on Your past visits to our Service.
• Google Ads (AdWords)
Google Ads (AdWords) remarketing service is provided by Google Inc.
You can opt-out of Google Analytics for Display Advertising and customise the Google Display Network ads by visiting the Google Ads Settings page: http://www.google.com/settings/ads
Google also recommends installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on - https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout - for your web browser. Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on provides visitors with the ability to prevent their data from being collected and used by Google Analytics.
For more information on the privacy practices of Google, please visit the Google Privacy & Terms web page: https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en
Facebook remarketing service is provided by Facebook Inc.
You can learn more about interest-based advertising from Facebook by visiting this page: https://www.facebook.com/help/164968693837950
To opt-out from Facebook's interest-based ads, follow these instructions from Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/help/568137493302217
Facebook adheres to the Self-Regulatory Principles for Online Behavioural Advertising established by the Digital Advertising Alliance. You can also opt-out from Facebook and other participating companies through the Digital Advertising Alliance in the USA http://www.aboutads.info/choices/, the Digital Advertising Alliance of Canada in Canada http://youradchoices.ca/ or the European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance in Europe http://www.youronlinechoices.eu/, or opt-out using your mobile device settings.
For more information on the privacy practices of Facebook, please visit Facebook's Data Policy: https://www.facebook.com/privacy/explanation
Malware Protection: We regularly scan the App for malware to ensure it is safe for users. We recommend downloading the App only from trusted sources like the Google Play Store.
Network Abuse: The App does not engage in network abuse, such as unauthorized data transmission or overuse of network resources. We adhere to network usage policies to prevent any negative impact on your device.
Data collected through third-party services like Firebase and Google Ads may be transferred and processed outside the European Economic Area (EEA). These services comply with GDPR to protect your data.
Our App does not respond to "Do Not Track" signals from your browser. However, third-party services such as Google Ads may comply with "Do Not Track" requests according to their own privacy policies.
- Compliance with Legal Obligations
We may share your personal information if it's required by law or in response to legitimate requests from public authorities, such as courts or government agencies. This means that if a legal request is made or we are required by law, we may need to provide your data to the relevant authorities.
We ensure that this is done only when absolutely necessary, and in full compliance with applicable laws to protect your privacy and rights.
- Third-party analytics services
The App may include links to third-party websites or services. It's important to note that we do not have control over the privacy practices or content of these third-party services. We strongly recommend that you take the time to review their privacy policies to understand how your information may be collected and used.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page. We recommend reviewing this page periodically for updates. Changes become effective immediately upon posting.
Developer Name: Siversky Donets
India