Last Updated: June 2, 2026
We at Photo & File Recovery are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with care and respect. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our application. Please read this policy carefully.
By using the App, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect and Use
Device Permissions
To ensure proper functioning of our App, we may request certain permissions from your device. You may decline these permissions; however, doing so may impact the App’s functionality.
All files access permission – We request this permission to scan your device for lost or deletable files and to save recovered files securely. This permission is used exclusively for these operations. We do not collect, modify, or delete your videos, photos, audio, or other personal files.
Usage and Analytics Data
We automatically collect certain data to analyze and improve our service. This may include:
Interaction data – number of clicks, pages viewed, time spent on pages, sequence of actions.
Technical data – IP address, device model, OS version, browser type, mobile carrier, app version, package name, first launch timestamp, network status, system language, and permission status.
Diagnostic data – whether features operate normally.
Activity data – search terms used within the App, content accessed.
This information is processed by our internal analytics systems and certified third-party platforms (e.g., Google Analytics, Firebase). It is used solely to enhance product performance, user experience, and advertising effectiveness. We do not sell this data to third parties.
Android Advertising ID
We may use your Android Advertising Identifier to deliver personalized advertisements and for analytics. This identifier is not linked to personally identifiable information and does not reveal your identity or sensitive device details.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
Our App may utilize third-party libraries that use cookies or similar technologies to collect data and improve their services. You can manage your cookie preferences through your device or browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain features.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
To provide, operate, maintain, and improve the Photo & File Recovery service.
To personalize your experience and communicate with you (if necessary).
To analyze usage trends, troubleshoot issues, and optimize app performance.
For advertising and marketing activities, including delivering relevant ads.
To ensure the security and integrity of our service and your data.
3. Data Retention
We retain usage and analytics data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Device-scanned file metadata is processed locally and is not stored on our servers after the recovery session ends unless explicitly required for debugging with your consent.
4. Sharing of Information
We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our App, conducting our business, or servicing you (e.g., hosting, analytics, advertising). These parties are contractually obligated to handle your data confidentially and only for the purposes we specify.
We do not sell your personal information.
We may also disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of others.
5. Third-Party Services
Our App may contain links to or integrate with services provided by third parties (e.g., ad networks like Google AdMob, analytics tools). Their privacy practices are governed by their own policies. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you access. We are not responsible for the content or practices of these external services.
6. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location (e.g., GDPR for EEA, CCPA for California), you may have the right to:
Access, correct, or delete your personal data.
Withdraw consent for data processing.
Opt out of personalized advertising (via device settings: “Opt out of Ads Personalization”).
Request a copy of your data.
To exercise these rights, contact us at: wayneottey143@gmail.com
7. Data Security
We implement commercially reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
8. Children's Privacy
Our service is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will delete it promptly. If you believe a child under 13 has provided us with information, please contact us.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We will not reduce your rights under this policy without your explicit consent.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: wayneottey143@gmail.com