1. Introduction

Welcome to Phone Cleaner - Smart Cleanup ("App", "we", "our", or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data transparently and responsibly.

This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, with whom we share it, and your rights regarding your data. By using our App, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not use the App.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We do not require account registration. The App does not directly collect your name, email address, or other personally identifiable information from you.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

The following information is collected automatically when you use the App:

•       Device information: model, manufacturer, OS version, screen resolution

•       App usage data: features accessed, session duration, crash reports

•       Network information: IP address, network type (Wi-Fi / mobile data), connection status

•       Diagnostic and performance data: crash logs, error reports, performance metrics

•       Purchase history: records of in-app purchases processed via Google Play Billing

2.3 Storage & Media Access

To perform core cleaning and optimization functions, the App requests access to:

•       READ_MEDIA_IMAGES, READ_MEDIA_VIDEO, READ_MEDIA_VISUAL_USER_SELECTED — to scan and identify duplicate or junk media files

•       READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE (Android 12 and below) — to analyze storage usage

•       WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE (Android 9 and below) — to delete or move files as directed by you

Important: We do not upload, transmit, or share your personal files or media content. All file scanning and cleanup operations are performed locally on your device.

3. App Permissions Explained

The App uses the following Android permissions:

INTERNET — Required for processing in-app purchases and sending anonymized analytics/crash data.

ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE — Checks network connectivity to ensure reliable purchase processing and analytics.

READ_MEDIA_IMAGES / READ_MEDIA_VIDEO / READ_MEDIA_VISUAL_USER_SELECTED — Accesses media files to detect duplicates and junk files. Files are never uploaded.

READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE / WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE — Used on older Android versions to scan and clean storage. Scoped to supported SDK versions only.

com.android.vending.BILLING — Enables in-app purchase functionality via Google Play Billing.

FOREGROUND_SERVICE / FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PROCESSING — Keeps the cleaning process running reliably when the App is in the foreground, particularly during large file processing tasks.

POST_NOTIFICATIONS — Sends optional notifications such as cleanup reminders and storage alerts. You can disable notifications at any time from your device settings.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

•       Provide, operate, and improve the App's core features

•       Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience

•       Process and verify in-app purchases via Google Play Billing

•       Monitor app stability and fix crashes and bugs

•       Send you relevant push notifications (with your permission)

•       Comply with applicable legal obligations

We do not use your data for advertising purposes, nor do we sell your personal data to third parties.

5. Third-Party Services

The App integrates the following third-party services, each governed by their own privacy policies. Please note that these policies are governed by third parties and we have no control over them. Check the links below to get details about how user data is collected, used, and shared.

5.1 Firebase Analytics (Google)

Firebase Analytics collects anonymized event data to help us understand how users interact with the App. This data is aggregated and does not identify individual users.

Privacy Policy: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy

5.2 Firebase Crashlytics (Google)

Crashlytics collects crash reports and diagnostic information including device type, OS version, and stack traces at the time of crash, to help us identify and resolve technical issues.

Privacy Policy: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy

5.3 Google Play Billing

All in-app purchases are processed entirely by Google Play. We do not collect or store your payment card information. Purchase transactions are handled by Google in accordance with their privacy policy.

Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We do not share your data with any advertising networks. We may share data only in the following limited circumstances:

•       With trusted third-party service providers (listed in Section 5) solely to operate the App

•       When required by law, court order, or governmental authority

•       To protect the rights, property, or safety of Cruise Tech, our users, or the public

•       In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets — in which case users will be notified

7. Data Retention

We retain collected data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy. Anonymized analytics data may be retained for up to 26 months in accordance with Google Analytics default retention settings. Crash logs are retained for 90 days.

Your personal files stored on your device are never uploaded to our servers and are therefore not subject to our data retention policies.

8. Children's Privacy

This App is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately at the email address provided below and we will promptly delete such information.

Parents and guardians who have concerns about their child's use of the App are encouraged to contact us.

9. Data Security

We implement industry-standard technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

•       Encrypted data transmission via HTTPS/TLS

•       Access controls limiting who can access user data within our organization

•       Regular security reviews of our third-party service providers

However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

•       Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you

•       Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data

•       Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data

•       Notification control: Disable push notifications at any time via your device settings

•       Data portability: Request your data in a machine-readable format where applicable

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details in Section 12.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make material changes, we will:

•       Update the 'Effective Date' at the top of this policy

•       Notify users through an in-app notification or the Google Play Store listing

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Continued use of the App after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Company:   Magazines Hub

Email: magazineshub@gmail.com 

We will respond to your request within 30 days.

This Privacy Policy is effective as of June 9, 2026 and governs the use of Phone Cleaner - Smart Cleanup on Android devices.