Introduction
Welcome to Contacts Simple Dialer (“the Application,” “we,” “our,” or “us”).
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency regarding how information is accessed, processed, and protected. This Privacy Policy describes the types of data accessed by the Application, the purposes for which it is used, and the safeguards implemented to protect user information.
The Application is designed to function as a contacts management and default dialer solution. We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties. Any data accessed is strictly limited to what is required for core application functionality.
Information We Access and Purpose of Access
The Application accesses only the information necessary to provide its primary features. Data processing complies with applicable privacy regulations and Google Play Developer Program Policies.
Permissions Declaration:
Contacts Information
Permissions Used: READ_CONTACTS, WRITE_CONTACTS
We access your device contacts to display saved names, allow you to add or edit contacts, and provide a complete contact management experience.
All contact data is processed locally on your device. We do not upload, store, or transmit your contact list to external servers.
Phone and Call Management
Permissions: CALL_PHONE, READ_PHONE_STATE, MANAGE_OWN_CALLS.
These permissions allow the app to initiate phone calls, detect call status (incoming, ongoing, ended), and manage in-call controls such as mute and speaker when set as the default phone application.
This data is used strictly for real-time call handling and is not stored externally.
Media Access
Permissions: READ_MEDIA_IMAGES, READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE (maxSdk 32)
- These permissions allow the app to display contact photos stored on your device.
- No media files are uploaded or transmitted.
Device and Diagnostic Information
We may collect limited device-related information such as device model, Android version, screen resolution, crash logs, and performance metrics through trusted third-party services like Firebase.
This information is anonymized and used strictly for performance optimization and bug fixes.
How We Use Your Data
We use accessed data solely to provide and maintain core app functionality:
Call Management:
To initiate and manage phone calls and display call logs.
Contact Management:
To view, edit, organize, and display saved contacts.
Feature Delivery:
To enable default dialer behavior, incoming call screen display, and in-call controls.
Performance Improvement:
To monitor app stability, diagnose crashes, and improve user experience.
Advertising (if applicable):
We may display limited ads via trusted ad networks such as Google AdMob. Advertising may use device advertising identifiers but does not include personally identifiable information.
We do not use your data for profiling, behavioral tracking, or selling to third parties.
Data Sharing and Third-Party Services
Your app emphasizes user trust by stating that personal data is never sold or traded. Instead, only limited, anonymized information may be shared with third-party providers, and solely for essential app functionality (like analytics, crash reporting, or advertising diagnostics). This ensures transparency and compliance with privacy regulations.
Service Providers
Google Firebase
Purpose: Collects anonymized analytics data and crash reports.
Benefit: Helps improve app performance, stability, and user experience.
Data Type: Usage statistics, device information (non-identifiable).
Google AdMob
Purpose: Provides advertising services within the app.
Benefit: Enables monetization while respecting user privacy.
Data Type: May use anonymized identifiers to deliver relevant ads.
All providers comply to with GDPR (EU), CCPA (California), and other applicable data protection laws. This means they handle data responsibly, with safeguards like opt out mechanisms and limited retention periods.
Legal Compliance
Data may be disclosed only when legally required, such as:
- Court orders
- Government requests
- Applicable laws or regulations
This clause ensures that your app operates within legal boundaries while protecting user privacy as much as possible.
External Links
The app may include links to external websites or services.
Important clarification:
- Once users leave app, they are subject to the privacy policies of those third-party sites.
- App is not responsible for how external sites collect, use, or protect data.
Your Rights and Choices
You may:
Revoke permissions at any time through device settings
Clear app data from device settings
Uninstall the application
Reset advertising ID via system settings
Data Security
We take the protection of your information seriously and implement reasonable administrative and technical safeguards to reduce risks. Wherever possible, data is processed locally to minimize exposure, and all communications are secured through HTTPS protocols when applicable. Access to diagnostic systems is strictly limited to authorized personnel only. While no system can guarantee absolute security, we take commercially reasonable steps to safeguard your data against unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. If you believe that your interaction with the app is no longer secure, we encourage you to contact us immediately using the details provided in this Privacy Policy so that we can investigate and address the issue promptly.
Data Retention
Since this app does not require account creation:
All contact and call data remains on your device
Clearing app data or uninstalling the app permanently removes stored information
We do not retain residual copies unless legally required.
Children’s Privacy
This application is not intended for children under 13 years of age.
We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If such data is discovered, it will be promptly deleted.
Managing and Accessing Your Information
You can manage permissions and preferences directly from:
Device Settings → Apps → Contacts App → Permissions
For access, correction, or deletion requests, contact us via support.
Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in legal requirements, business practices, or app functionality. Users are encouraged to review it regularly for the latest information.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at the provided email address. We will respond promptly and responsibly.
Contact Email: help.contactdialerapp@gmail.com.