1. Introduction

Contacts for Android (“App”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is a contact management application that allows users to view, organize, edit, and manage contacts stored on their device.

We respect user privacy and follow a privacy-focused approach, complying with:

• Google Play Developer Program Policies
  
  

• Android Contacts & User Data policies
  
  

• GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)
  
  

• CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act)
  
  

• India Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023
  
  

By using the App, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Permissions We Use

The App requests permissions only for features necessary to manage contacts and provide app functionality.

Contacts Permissions

Permissions used:

• READ_CONTACTS
  
  

• WRITE_CONTACTS
  
  

Purpose

These permissions allow the App to:

• Display the user’s contact list
  
  

• Allow users to add, edit, and delete contacts
  
  

• Organize and manage contact information
  
  

📌 Contact data is accessed only on the user's device and is not uploaded, shared, or stored on external servers.

Internet & Network Permissions

Permissions used:

• INTERNET
  
  

• ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE
  
  

• ACCESS_WIFI_STATE
  
  

• CHANGE_WIFI_STATE
  
  

Purpose

These permissions are used to:

• Check internet connectivity
  
  

• Enable optional online features such as app updates or links
  
  

• Improve application stability
  
  

📌 Contact information is never transmitted over the internet by the app.

Notification Permission

Permission used:

POST_NOTIFICATIONS

Purpose

This permission allows the App to:

• Display notifications related to app updates or reminders
  
  

• Provide important system alerts or feature announcements
  
  

Users can disable notifications anytime from device settings.

3. Information We Access

The App may access the following information stored on the device:

• Contact names
  
  

• Phone numbers
  
  

• Contact details saved by the user
  
  

This information is used only to display and manage contacts within the app.

4. Information We Do NOT Collect

The App does NOT collect or store:

❌ Personal identity information
❌ Email accounts
❌ SMS or messages
❌ Call logs
❌ Location data
❌ Photos or media files
❌ Financial information

The App does not require account registration.

5. How We Use Information

The information accessed by the App is used only to:

• Display contact lists
  
  

• Allow editing or managing contacts
  
  

• Improve app performance
  
  

• Fix bugs and maintain stability
  
  

All contact data remains locally stored on the user's device.

6. Data Sharing

We do not:

• Sell user data
  
  

• Share contact information with third parties
  
  

• Upload contacts to external servers
  
  

Contact data stays fully private on the device.

7. Third-Party Services

The App may use limited third-party services such as:

• Crash reporting tools
  
  

• Performance monitoring
  
  

These services do not access contact information.

8. Children’s Privacy

This App is not intended for children under the age of 13.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

9. Data Security

We take reasonable security measures to protect user data and ensure that contacts remain secure on the user’s device.

Since the App does not transmit or store personal data externally, the risk of exposure is minimized.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Users are encouraged to review the policy periodically to stay informed about any updates.

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.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.

13.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.

14.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.

15. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

App Name: Contacts for Android
Developer Name: KrivaTech Studio
Contact Email: gajera.ashvin314@gmail.com

Declaration

We declare that:

• Contacts for Android does not collect, store, or sell personal user data
  
  

• Contacts are accessed only to provide contact management functionality
  
  

• All contact data remains local to the user’s device
  
  

• The App complies with Google Play Developer Program Policies