Last Updated: January 3, 2026
Welcome to Messages - Text SMS & Chat, developed by Foxxy Studios (“we”, “our”, or “us”).
Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how our app handles information, what permissions it uses, and how data is processed on your device.
This Privacy Policy applies to your use of our Android application Messages - Text SMS & Chat, available on the Google Play Store. By installing or using the App, you agree to the terms described below.
We want to be transparent:
We do not collect, store, or share any personal information or message content.
The app works entirely on your device. All data such as SMS messages, contact names, and phone numbers remain stored locally and are never sent to our servers.
No user account, sign-in, or online data upload is required to use this app.
The only information that may be handled indirectly is by third-party services (e.g., ads or Firebase analytics), as described later in this policy.
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we rely on the following legal bases when applicable:
Consent: When you grant specific app permissions.
Legitimate Interest: To improve app performance, fix crashes, and show relevant ads.
Performance of a Contract: When using in-app purchases through Google Play.
To provide SMS-related features and ensure smooth functionality, Messages - Text SMS & Chat requests certain Android permissions. Below is a clear explanation:
READ_PHONE_STATE: Detects call states (incoming/outgoing) and telephony info to manage call-related app behavior.
POST_NOTIFICATIONS (Android 13+): Allows the app to display notifications for new messages and chats.
READ_CONTACTS: Displays saved contact names and photos instead of only phone numbers, enabling personalized chats.
SEND_SMS: Core SMS permission required to send text messages directly from the app.
RECEIVE_SMS: Detects incoming SMS messages instantly to update message threads in real-time.
READ_SMS: Reads saved SMS messages stored on your device to populate conversation history.
WRITE_SMS: Adds or updates SMS messages locally for accurate message management.
SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM: Used to schedule future messages that are automatically sent at your chosen time.
RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED: Ensures scheduled messages are reactivated correctly after a device reboot.
WAKE_LOCK: Keeps the device awake briefly to ensure proper message notifications are shown when new SMS arrives.
All data from these permissions is processed only on your device. We do not upload, view, or store your messages, contacts, or call logs.
You can manage or revoke permissions anytime from your Android device settings.
All your personal SMS data, contact information, and preferences stay securely on your device.
We do not transmit this data to any external server.
While we take reasonable measures to maintain app security, you should also secure your device using a lock screen or other security features.
Our app integrates several trusted third-party development tools to improve functionality, performance, and user experience:
Used for analytics, crash reporting, messaging, and performance monitoring.
Firebase may collect device information (like type, country, and crash reports) to improve app stability.
Policy:
Google Privacy Policy:
Google Terms:
Used internally for dependency injection to improve app reliability and maintainability.
No personal user data is collected or transmitted.
Helps manage app lifecycle states and UI data efficiently. No user data collection occurs.
Provides safe local data storage (for messages, preferences, etc.) within your device. Data never leaves your phone.
Used for loading and caching images (e.g., contact photos, GIFs) within the app.
Glide GitHub:
Used for serializing and deserializing JSON data locally.
Google Gson Repository:
(Provided by Google) Used to parse, validate, and format phone numbers correctly across regions.
Google Open Source License:
Used to render lightweight vector animations created in JSON format.
Policy:
All these SDKs are used purely for technical and user experience enhancement purposes.
No personal data such as SMS, contacts, or identifiers are collected or shared directly by our app through them.
We display ads from Google AdMob, ADX, and Facebook (Meta Audience Network).
These third-party ad networks may use cookies or device identifiers to serve personalized ads, following their privacy policies.
Google Ads Policy:
AdMob Policy:
Facebook (Meta) Policy:
We also use Firebase Analytics to view general, non-personal metrics like active users or crash events to improve app performance.
Our app does not use cookies directly. However, third-party services (like ad networks or analytics providers) may use cookies or similar identifiers consistent with their respective privacy policies.
Local-only processing: All data (messages, contacts, preferences) stays on your device.
Network-based processing: Only third-party analytics or ad SDKs may collect aggregate or anonymous usage information.
Data such as SMS and contacts are retained only on your local device.
Uninstalling the app will permanently delete all app-related data from your phone.
This app offers optional in-app purchases and subscriptions, processed securely by Google Play Billing.
We do not collect or see your payment details — such as credit card data or Google account credentials.
All payments and subscriptions follow
Subscription Renewal: Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled before the next billing date.
Refunds & Cancellations: Managed via Google Play following its refund rules.
Third-Party Sharing: We do not share any purchase information except as required by Google for payment verification.
If you’re in the European Union, you have the following rights:
Access: Contact us to review what limited information (if any) we may hold.
Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data (if collected).
Deletion: You can delete all app data by uninstalling the app.
Withdraw Consent: Revoke app permissions anytime from device settings.
We do not sell or share your personal data.
You have the right to:
Know what data (if any) is collected.
Request deletion (by uninstalling the app).
Opt out of any data sharing for advertising via your device’s settings or ad personalization options.
Our app does not track users across other apps or sites.
Third-party ad providers may respond differently to “Do Not Track” signals depending on their implementation.
We do not store or transfer your personal data internationally.
However, third-party SDKs (like Firebase and AdMob) may process anonymized data on global servers in compliance with their own privacy frameworks (GDPR, CCPA, etc.).
We never request device administrator privileges or use code that manipulates user data or misuses the network.
Our app may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., Firebase, AdMob, Google, Facebook).
You are encouraged to review their privacy policies before using those services. We are not responsible for external websites' practices.
This app is not directed to children under the age of 13.
We do not knowingly collect any information from children.
We may disclose limited information (if ever collected) only when required by law or a valid government request.
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally to reflect improvements or legal updates. The date above always shows the latest revision. We encourage users to review this policy periodically.
If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Developer Name: Foxxy Studios
Email: studiossfoxxy@gmail.com
Address: Gujarat, India