App Name: Clock - Alarm Clock & Timer
Developer Name: Daily Utility Tools
Contact Email: polara.vijaykumar314@gmail.com

1. Introduction

Clock - Alarm Clock & Timer ("App", "we", "our", or "us") is an alarm clock and timer application designed to help users create, manage, and receive alarms, timers, and time-based alerts on their Android devices.

We are committed to protecting user privacy and using permissions only as necessary to provide the App's intended functionality.

By using this App, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

2. Permissions We Use

⏰ Alarm & Timer Permissions

Permissions used:

• SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM

• USE_EXACT_ALARM

• RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED

Purpose:

• Schedule alarms and timers at the exact time selected by the user.

• Restore scheduled alarms after the device restarts.

📌 These permissions are used only for alarm and timer functionality.

⚙️ Foreground Service Permission

Permissions used:

• FOREGROUND_SERVICE

• FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE

Purpose:

• Keep active alarm and timer functionality running reliably when required.

• Support applicable background operations while an alarm or timer is active.

📌 Foreground services are used only for supported App functionality.

📱 Full-Screen Intent Permission

Permission used:

• USE_FULL_SCREEN_INTENT

Purpose:

• Display the alarm interface when an alarm is triggered.

• Allow users to interact with an active alarm.

📌 This permission is used only for applicable alarm functionality.

📳 Vibration Permission

Permission used:

• VIBRATE

Purpose:

• Provide vibration alerts when alarms or timers are triggered.

🔋 Wake Lock & Battery Optimization Permission

Permissions used:

• WAKE_LOCK

• REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS

Purpose:

• Help keep the device awake when required for active alarms or timers.

• Help prevent battery optimization from interrupting supported alarm functionality.

📌 These permissions are used only to support reliable alarm and timer operation.

🏠 Launcher & Home Screen Permissions

Permissions used:

• BIND_APPWIDGET

• REQUEST_DELETE_PACKAGES

• EXPAND_STATUS_BAR

• SET_WALLPAPER

• READ_PHONE_STATE

• SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW

Purpose:

• Support home screen widgets.

• Provide supported launcher and application-management features.

• Support applicable status bar functionality.

• Allow user-requested wallpaper customization.

• Provide supported user-facing overlay functionality.

• Access relevant phone/device state required for supported launcher functionality.

📌 These permissions are used only for applicable launcher and home screen features.

📱 Installed Applications Query

The App queries applications containing:

• android.intent.action.MAIN

• android.intent.category.LAUNCHER

Purpose:

• Identify launchable applications installed on the device.

• Support launcher functionality.

📌 Installed application information is used only as necessary for launcher functionality.

📤 Share & External Link Queries

The App may query applications that support:

• Sharing plain text.

• Opening HTTPS links.

• Opening Google Play links.

Purpose:

• Allow users to share supported content.

• Open web links through compatible applications.

• Open applicable Google Play pages.

📌 These queries are used only to provide the corresponding user-requested functionality.

3. Information We Access

Depending on the features used, the App may access:

• Alarm schedules and timer settings.

• User preferences.

• Launcher and home screen preferences.

• Installed launchable application information.

• Relevant device state information required for supported functionality.

📌 Information is accessed only as necessary to provide the App's intended functionality.

4. Information We Do NOT Collect

The App does not access or collect unrelated personal information such as:

• Contacts

• SMS messages

• Call logs

• Photos or videos

• Precise location information

• Phone call recordings

5. How We Use Information

Information is used only to:

• Create and manage alarms.

• Create and manage timers.

• Trigger alarms and time-based alerts.

• Restore alarms after device restart.

• Provide supported launcher and home screen features.

• Maintain App settings and preferences.

• Maintain App functionality and reliability.

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell users' personal information.

Information is handled only as necessary to provide the App's intended functionality.

7. Third-Party Services

The App may use third-party services required for application operation.

Any third-party service used by the App may process information according to its own privacy practices and applicable requirements.

8. Data Retention & Deletion

Alarm schedules, timer settings, launcher preferences, and other App-specific information stored locally remain on the user's device until deleted by the user, cleared through App/device settings, or removed when the App is uninstalled, as applicable.

Users may contact us regarding applicable data deletion requests.

9. Children's Privacy

The App is not intended to knowingly collect personal information from children.

10.After Call Popup Feature 📞

Some of our apps may include an After Call Popup feature. This feature activates after phone calls to provide quick options such as notes, reminders, or other in-app actions.

• Data Collection & Usage:

  • The feature temporarily accesses call status and duration only to trigger the popup.

  • It does not access, collect, or store call logs, phone numbers, or contacts.

  • All data is processed locally on the device and is used only for enabling the feature.

• Permissions Required:

  • The feature requires the "Read Phone State" permission.

  • Users can manage or revoke this permission anytime from device settings, which will disable the popup.

• Data Retention:

  • All temporary call status data is deleted immediately after use.

  • No call-related data is stored or sent to our servers.

• Third-Party Sharing:

  • We do not share any personal call data with third parties.

  • If analytics or ads are integrated, they only process anonymized and non-personal data.

• User Control:

  • Users can also turn off the After Call Popup feature directly from the App Settings → After Call Settings section at any time.

  • Disabling this setting will completely stop the feature from running.

• Security & Updates:

  • We handle all temporary data securely.

  • Any significant changes to this policy will be communicated.

  • Continued use of our apps implies acceptance of the updated terms.

11.Launcher Feature

Users can set the app as their default launcher only with their consent and can change it anytime from device settings.

The launcher may display installed apps, app search, and news content for user convenience.

Access to Installed Apps

Access to installed apps is used only to display, search, and launch apps. The app does not monitor, track, or collect usage data of other apps.

Declaration

We declare that the launcher functionality, including optional news content, does not collect, store, process, or share any personal or sensitive user data and complies with Google Play policies.

12.Package Monitor & Junk Scan

We monitor app installs and removals to keep your device clean and optimized. All data is processed locally on your device, and we do not collect, store, or share any personal information.

13.Battery Charging Status Feature

Our app may display a screen or notification when the device is connected to or disconnected from charging (plug in / unplug events). This feature is used only to provide battery-related information and user convenience features within the app.

The app does not collect, store, share, or transmit any personal data related to battery charging events. Battery status information is processed locally on the device only and is not used for tracking purposes.

14. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect information processed through the App.

Users can manage applicable permissions through Android device settings.

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy when necessary to reflect changes in the App, its functionality, or applicable requirements.

Any changes will be reflected by updating the "Last Updated" date.

16. Contact Us

For questions regarding this Privacy Policy, contact us at:

Email: polara.vijaykumar314@gmail.com

Declaration

We declare that:

• Alarm and timer permissions are used only for alarm and timer functionality.

• Foreground Service permissions are used only for supported active alarm and timer functionality.

• Full-Screen Intent permission is used only for applicable alarm interfaces.

• Battery-related permissions are used only to support reliable alarm and timer operation.

• Launcher-related permissions are used only for supported launcher and home screen features.

• Application queries are used only for sharing, link-opening, and launcher-related functionality.

• Sensitive permissions are not used for unrelated purposes.

• User information is handled according to this Privacy Policy.