File Recovery Plus+
File Recovery Plus+
Privacy Policy
Last Updated: April 20, 2026
File Recovery Plus is developed and published by Pearuell Studio (“we”, “us”, or “our”).
We appreciate your trust in using our application. When you use File Recovery Plus, you allow us to handle certain information about you. We take that responsibility seriously and are committed to protecting your privacy in a clear, transparent, and practical way.
This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, when it may be shared, and what rights you have under applicable laws (including GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, VCDPA, and LGPD).
We do not sell your personal data. You may withdraw your consent at any time via app settings or by contacting us.
When you use the app, we may automatically collect:
Device details (OS version, device model, RAM, installed apps, advertising ID, unique identifiers)
Usage data (IP address, country/region, install time, interactions with features and ads)
Basic diagnostics and log data
Cookies or similar tracking technologies
You may provide information when:
Contacting customer support
Submitting feedback or requests
Using file recovery features (e.g. photos, videos, documents stored locally on your device)
We do not access your files unless you actively trigger a recovery or scan action.
Some features may link to or rely on third-party services. These services operate under their own privacy policies, not ours.
We use your information to:
Deliver core functionality (file recovery, file scanning, storage management)
Improve app performance and user experience
Provide support and respond to enquiries
Show ads and measure their performance (where consent is required)
Maintain security and prevent misuse
Comply with legal obligations
We only request permissions when necessary for specific features:
android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
Trigger: When you tap to view file directories or specific file types
Description: Required on Android 11 and below to read files
Explanation: Allows the app to read files stored on your device
android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
Trigger: When entering file directories or restoring files
Description: Required on Android 11 and below to write files
Explanation: Allows the app to save or restore files to your device
android.permission.MANAGE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
Trigger: When viewing or managing files on Android 11 and above
Description: Full file access permission for newer Android versions
Explanation: Allows broader access to manage files across your device
android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS
Trigger: Requested on first launch (splash screen only)
Description: Required on Android 13 and above
Explanation: Allows the app to send notifications
android.permission.PACKAGE_USAGE_STATS
Trigger: When you request cache cleaning or analysis
Description: Required on Android 6 and above
Explanation: Allows access to app usage data to estimate cache size
android.permission.CLEAR_APP_CACHE
Trigger: Not required to be requested
Description: Used on Android 6 and below
Explanation: Allows clearing app cache
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE
Trigger: Not required
Description: Foreground service permission
Explanation: Declared for system compatibility only
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE
Trigger: Not required
Description: Special foreground service declaration
Explanation: Not actively used
android.permission.INTERNET
Trigger: Not required at runtime
Description: Network access
Explanation: Enables internet connectivity for app features and ads
android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED
Trigger: Not required
Description: Auto-start permission
Explanation: Not used
We may share limited data with trusted partners who help us operate the app:
Google Play Services
https://policies.google.com/privacy
AdMob (Google Ads)
https://support.google.com/admob/answer/6128543
Google Analytics for Firebase
https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy
Firebase Crashlytics
https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy
These providers process data on our behalf for analytics, ads, and stability monitoring.
We may also disclose data:
If required by law or regulation
During a business transfer (e.g. merger or acquisition)
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
Access your personal data
Correct inaccurate data
Request deletion
Opt out of data sharing or targeted advertising
Request a copy of your data (data portability)
Object to or restrict certain processing
To exercise your rights, contact: pearuell@gmail.com
You may request access, deletion, correction, and opt out of data sharing.
You may access, correct, delete, and opt out of targeted advertising.
You have rights including access, rectification, erasure, restriction, portability, and objection.
You may confirm processing, access, correct, anonymise, or delete data and withdraw consent.
We keep your data only as long as necessary to:
Provide services
Meet legal obligations
Resolve disputes
Data is securely deleted or anonymised when no longer needed.
Your data may be processed outside your country. By using the app, you agree to such transfers, which may involve different data protection standards.
We apply reasonable technical and organisational safeguards to protect your data. However, no system is completely secure, so you should also take steps to protect your device.
File Recovery Plus is not intended for children under 13 (or the equivalent minimum age in your region). If we become aware of such data collection, we will delete it promptly.
If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may contact your local data protection authority.
Pearuell Studio
Email: pearuell@gmail.com
Data Protection Officer (DPO):
陆净珍
Contact: pearuell@gmail.com
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted within the app. Continued use of the app means you accept the updated policy.