Vidpal Apps Studio (“we,” “our,” “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how our Screen Time Tracker Application (“the App”) collects, uses, and safeguards data when you use our services.
1. Information We Collect
The App may collect the following types of information depending on the permissions you grant:
a) Usage Data
PACKAGE_USAGE_STATS – Allows the App to access usage data to monitor screen time and app activity for parental control and self-monitoring purposes.
QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES – Used to retrieve information about installed apps for the purpose of tracking time spent on them.
b) Device & Network Information
ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE & INTERNET – Required to check connectivity and provide online features such as syncing, updates, cloud services, and analytics.
WAKE_LOCK – Ensures timely notifications and background processes.
SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW – Allows the App to display overlay reminders (e.g., screen time alerts).
c) Advertising & Attribution
ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID & com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID – Used to generate a unique, resettable advertising ID for delivering personalized or non-personalized ads.
ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION & com.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE – Used for install attribution and analytics (to understand how users discovered the App).
d) Notifications
POST_NOTIFICATIONS – Allows the App to send reminders, alerts, and updates about your screen time and parental controls.
e) In-App Purchases & Licensing
com.android.vending.BILLING – Enables in-app purchases and subscriptions.
com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE – Ensures app licensing compliance.
f) Cloud Messaging
com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE – Used for receiving push notifications via Google Cloud Messaging/FCM.
g) Internal & Security Permissions
com.screen.time.tracker.parental.control.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION – Used internally to ensure secure communication within the app.
2. How We Use Information
We use the collected information to:
Track and display screen usage statistics for self-monitoring or parental control.
Provide notifications, alerts, and reminders.
Improve app performance, reliability, and user experience.
Deliver ads (if applicable) and measure ad performance.
Enable billing, subscriptions, and license verification.
Prevent fraud, misuse, and maintain security.
3. Data Sharing
We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties, except:
Service providers (e.g., Google Play Billing, Google Cloud Messaging) to enable core app features.
Advertising/Analytics partners (if applicable) for attribution and ads, in compliance with Google Play policies.
Legal obligations when required by law or government authorities.
4. Data Retention
Usage statistics and screen time logs are stored locally on your device unless you choose to back them up or sync them.
Advertising IDs can be reset at any time from your device settings.
We retain purchase and licensing data as required by law and Google Play.
5. Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
Access and manage your screen time data within the App.
Reset or limit advertising tracking via your device settings.
Opt-out of personalized ads where available.
Request deletion of your data (if applicable).
7. Children’s Privacy
The App may be used for parental control purposes. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children without parental consent. Parents/guardians are responsible for configuring and monitoring child accounts.
8. Third-Party Services
Our App may use third-party services (such as Google Play Services, Firebase, and advertising SDKs). These services have their own privacy policies governing data collection and usage.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted in the App and/or on our official website. Continued use of the App after updates constitutes acceptance.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Company Name: Vidpal Apps Studio
Email: apps@usaworksloutions.org