Effective Date: January 9, 2026 This Privacy Policy describes how MindRoute ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and shares information in connection with your use of our mobile application, MindVestige (the "App"), available on both Android and iOS platforms. We are committed to protecting your privacy. Please read this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your data. By using our App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
All journal entries, photos, videos, and files you create are stored LOCALLY on your device only. We do not collect, transmit, or store this personal content on our servers. Your journal data remains completely private and under your control. We collect limited information only for app functionality, analytics, and advertising purposes:
Journal Entries: All text content is stored only on your device
Photos and Videos: Stored on your device when you add them to entries
Files and Documents: Stored on your device when attached to entries
User Profile: Name and email (if provided) are stored locally only
Device or Other IDs: We collect your device's mobile advertising ID to display personalized advertisements:
Android: Google Advertising ID (GAID)
iOS: Apple's Identifier for Advertisers (IDFA)
App Interactions: We collect anonymous information about how you interact with the App, such as features used and time spent in the App, for analytics purposes only.
Crash Logs and Diagnostics: We automatically collect diagnostic and performance information, including crash logs and stack traces, to identify and fix bugs and improve app stability. This data does NOT include your journal content, photos, or any personal information.
Purchase History: We collect information related to your in-app purchases made through:
Android: Google Play Store
iOS: Apple App Store
This information is used to grant access to premium features (such as ad removal and automatic cloud backup) and restore purchases. We do not collect or store your payment card details.
We use Firebase Analytics (provided by Google) to understand how users interact with our App and to improve our services. Firebase Analytics automatically collects the following data:
App Usage Data: Screen views, session duration, user engagement metrics
Device Information: Device model, operating system version, app version
Approximate Location: Country/region level location derived from IP address (not precise location)
In-App Purchase Events: Purchase amounts, product IDs, and transaction completion status (for revenue analytics and AdMob user metrics such as ARPU and ARPPU)
This analytics data is collected anonymously and is used to:
Improve app functionality and user experience
Measure advertising performance (AdMob user metrics)
Identify and fix technical issues
Understand user behavior patterns
Firebase Analytics may share this data with other Google services for the purposes described above.
Cloud backup is an optional premium feature that allows you to securely back up your journal data to your personal cloud storage. Automatic background backup only occurs when your device is connected to Wi-Fi and charging, minimizing battery and data usage. iOS (iCloud) If you choose to enable iCloud backup on iOS devices, your journal data is backed up to your personal iCloud account. This backup is:
Controlled by Apple's privacy policy
Encrypted by Apple
Stored in your personal iCloud storage
Automatically synced in the background when connected to Wi-Fi and charging (if enabled)
We do not have access to your iCloud data
Android (Google Drive) If you choose to enable Google Drive backup on Android devices, your journal data is backed up to your personal Google Drive account. This backup is:
Controlled by Google's privacy policy
Encrypted by Google
Stored in your personal Google Drive storage
Automatically synced in the background when connected to Wi-Fi and charging (if enabled)
We do not have access to your Google Drive data
Note: Cloud backup is entirely optional, requires a premium subscription, and is controlled by you through the App settings. Background backup uses an incremental sync approach, only uploading new or modified data to minimize bandwidth usage.
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
App Functionality: To provide the core features of the App, such as creating journal entries, attaching media, storing your data securely on your device, and enabling cloud backup to your personal cloud storage (iCloud or Google Drive). We also use purchase identifiers to enable the restoration of in-app purchases across devices.
Background Backup: If you enable automatic cloud backup (premium feature), the App uses system-level background task scheduling (WorkManager on Android, BGProcessingTask on iOS) to perform backups when your device is connected to Wi-Fi and charging. This ensures your data is backed up without impacting your device's battery life or data plan.
Analytics: To understand how users interact with our App, monitor app performance, diagnose and fix crashes, and make improvements. All analytics data is anonymous and does not include your journal content. We use Firebase Analytics for this purpose.
Advertising Metrics: To measure advertising performance through AdMob user metrics, including ARPU (Average Revenue Per User), ARPPU (Average Revenue Per Paying User), session duration, and daily active users. This data helps us optimize our advertising strategy and app monetization.
Advertising or Marketing: To display advertisements within the App. This includes using your advertising ID (GAID on Android, IDFA on iOS) and anonymous app interaction data to show personalized ads and measure ad performance.
Fraud Prevention, Security, and Compliance: To prevent fraudulent activity, ensure the security of our services, and comply with legal obligations.
We do NOT sell or share your journal content, photos, videos, or any personal data. We only share limited technical data with third-party service providers as necessary for advertising and analytics purposes:
Information Shared:
Device Advertising ID (GAID on Android, IDFA on iOS)
Anonymous App Interactions
Crash Logs and Diagnostics
Purpose of Sharing:
To provide personalized advertising
To measure ad performance
To conduct analytics for service improvement
Platforms: Both Android and iOS
Google Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Information Shared:
Anonymous app usage data (screen views, session duration, user engagement)
Device information (device model, OS version)
Approximate location (country/region level)
In-app purchase events (product ID, amount, currency)
Purpose of Sharing:
App performance monitoring and improvement
User behavior analytics
AdMob user metrics (ARPU, ARPPU, DAU, session metrics)
Crash reporting and diagnostics
Platforms: Both Android and iOS
Firebase Privacy Policy: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy
These third parties are obligated to handle your data in accordance with their own privacy policies and applicable laws, including:
Google Play Services (Android)
Apple's App Tracking Transparency framework (iOS 14.5+)
When you enable cloud backup, your data is transferred directly to your personal cloud storage:
iOS: Data is transferred directly to your iCloud account via Apple's APIs. We do not have access to this data.
Android: Data is transferred directly to your Google Drive account via Google Drive APIs. We do not have access to this data.
Your cloud backup data is stored in your personal cloud account and is subject to Apple's or Google's privacy policies, not ours.
The App may offer features, such as "Share," that allow you to share content (e.g., a screenshot of your journal entry) with third-party services like social media or messaging apps. This sharing is initiated and controlled by you, and this Privacy Policy does not apply to the data practices of those third-party services. Important: Your journal entries, photos, and personal content are NEVER automatically shared with any third party. Cloud backups go directly to your personal cloud storage accounts.
We retain the limited data we collect (advertising ID, analytics data, crash logs) for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
Since our App does not require account creation, all data you create (such as journal entries, photos, and files) is stored locally on your device or in your personal cloud backup (if configured by you). You can delete this data at any time by:
Deleting content within the App
Uninstalling the App from your device
iOS: Disabling iCloud backup in the App's Settings
Android: Disabling Google Drive backup in the App's Settings
iOS (iCloud): To delete iCloud backup data, go to Settings > [Your Name] > iCloud > Manage Storage, find MindVestige data, and delete it. You can also disable automatic backup in the App's settings.
Android (Google Drive): To delete Google Drive backup data, go to drive.google.com, navigate to the MindVestige backup folder, and delete it. You can also disable automatic backup in the App's settings.
You can request deletion of advertising ID, analytics data, and crash logs by contacting us at the email address below.
You have the following choices regarding the information we collect:
Android:
Go to Settings > Privacy > Ads
Select "Delete advertising ID" or "Opt out of Ads Personalization"
This will limit, but not eliminate, the ads you see
iOS (14.5 and later):
Go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Tracking
Toggle off "Allow Apps to Request to Track"
Or deny tracking permission when MindVestige requests it
This prevents the app from accessing your IDFA
iOS (earlier versions):
Go to Settings > Privacy > Advertising
Enable "Limit Ad Tracking"
You can limit analytics data collection by:
Disabling personalized ads (which also limits some analytics)
Contacting us to request deletion of your analytics data
Within the App:
Enable or disable automatic cloud backup at any time in Settings
Automatic backup only runs when connected to Wi-Fi AND charging
You control which cloud service is used (iCloud on iOS, Google Drive on Android)
If backup hasn't occurred for 7 days (due to conditions not being met), you will receive a reminder notification to open the app and ensure your data is backed up.
You can purchase our ad-free premium version to:
Completely remove all advertisements on both platforms
Enable automatic cloud backup to iCloud (iOS) or Google Drive (Android)
You can contact us to request deletion of crash logs associated with your device.
You can delete journal entries, photos, and files at any time within the App.
We are committed to protecting your data. We implement industry-standard security measures:
Data Encryption in Transit: All data transmitted to third parties (advertising ID, analytics data, crash logs) and to cloud backup services is encrypted using HTTPS/TLS protocols.
Local Data Protection:
Journal data stored on your device is protected by your device's built-in security features
iOS: Protected by iOS sandbox and encryption
Android: Protected by Android app sandbox
Cloud Backup Encryption:
iOS (iCloud): Backups are encrypted by Apple using AES-128 encryption
Android (Google Drive): Backups are encrypted by Google in transit and at rest
Incremental Backup: Our cloud backup system uses incremental synchronization, meaning only new or changed data is uploaded. This reduces exposure and improves security by minimizing data transfer.
However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Our services are not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will take steps to remove that information. If you believe we might have information from or about a child under 13, please contact us.
App Tracking Transparency (ATT): On iOS 14.5 and later, we request permission to track your activity across apps and websites owned by other companies for advertising purposes. You can grant or deny this permission.
iCloud Backup: If enabled (premium feature), your journal data is backed up to your personal iCloud account. Automatic background backup occurs when your device is connected to Wi-Fi and charging, using iOS BGProcessingTask.
App Store Purchases: In-app purchases are processed by Apple. We receive purchase confirmation but never access your payment information.
Background Processing: We use iOS BGProcessingTask for automatic cloud backup. This requires the "Background Processing" capability and only runs under optimal conditions (Wi-Fi + charging).
Firebase Analytics: Collects anonymous usage data and in-app purchase events for AdMob user metrics.
Google Play Services: Required for advertising (AdMob), in-app purchases, Google Drive backup, and Firebase Analytics.
Google Advertising ID: Used for personalized advertising. You can reset or delete it at any time in device settings.
Google Drive Backup: If enabled (premium feature), your journal data is backed up to your personal Google Drive account. Automatic background backup occurs when your device is connected to Wi-Fi and charging, using Android WorkManager.
Play Store Purchases: In-app purchases are processed by Google. We receive purchase confirmation but never access your payment information.
Background Processing: We use Android WorkManager for automatic cloud backup. This uses the ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE permission to detect Wi-Fi connectivity and only runs under optimal conditions (Wi-Fi + charging + battery not low).
Firebase Analytics: Collects anonymous usage data and in-app purchase events for AdMob user metrics.
The App is primarily intended for users in South Korea, the United States, and Japan. The limited data we collect (advertising ID, analytics data, crash logs) may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence, including the United States where Google's servers are located. Cloud backup data is stored in your personal cloud account (iCloud or Google Drive) and is subject to Apple's or Google's data storage policies and locations. By using the App, you consent to such transfers. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws.
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:
Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
Updating the "Effective Date" at the top
Providing an in-app notification (for significant changes)
You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Company: MindRoute
Email: anotherday0201@gmail.com
Privacy Policy URL: https://sites.google.com/view/privacy-policy-for-mindvestige
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.
Store your journal entries, photos, and files locally on your device only
Collect advertising ID (GAID on Android, IDFA on iOS) for personalized ads
Collect anonymous analytics data via Firebase Analytics
Collect anonymous crash logs to fix bugs
Log in-app purchase events for AdMob user metrics (ARPU, ARPPU)
Encrypt data in transit to third parties
Support optional automatic cloud backup (premium feature):
iOS: iCloud backup with BGProcessingTask
Android: Google Drive backup with WorkManager
Only perform automatic backup when connected to Wi-Fi AND charging
Use incremental sync (only upload new/changed data)
Send reminder notifications if backup hasn't occurred for 7 days
Allow you to delete all your data at any time
Comply with Apple's App Tracking Transparency (iOS)
Comply with Google Play's data safety requirements (Android)
Collect or store your journal content on our servers
Sell your personal information
Share your journal entries or photos with anyone
Require account creation or login
Access your personal data
Access your iCloud or Google Drive backup data
Perform background backup on cellular data
Perform background backup when not charging
Android: Google Play Store, AdMob, Firebase Analytics, Google Advertising ID, Google Drive backup (WorkManager)
iOS: App Store, AdMob, Firebase Analytics, IDFA, iCloud backup (BGProcessingTask), App Tracking Transparency
Background backup only runs when:
Connected to Wi-Fi (not cellular)
Device is charging
Battery is not low (Android)
Uses incremental sync (only new/changed data)
System chooses optimal timing (Doze mode compatible)
Your privacy is our priority on both platforms. Thank you for trusting MindVestige with your memories.Last Updated: January 9, 2026 Supported Platforms: Android 8.0+ (API 26+), iOS 16.0+