PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: May 04, 2026

1. Introduction

We at Smart Alarm Clock App ("we," "us," or "our") respect your privacy and are committed to safeguarding the personal data you entrust to us when using our application. This Privacy Policy explains:

• What types of personal and non-personal data we collect,

• How we process and protect your data,

• Your rights regarding your personal information, and

• How you can contact us regarding your privacy concerns.

We are dedicated to handling your personal information with transparency, accountability, and in compliance with applicable data protection laws to ensure a secure and trustworthy experience for all users.

2. Commitment to Privacy Protection

Your privacy is central to our values. We implement appropriate technical, administrative, and organizational safeguards to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of your personal data. We encourage you to read this Privacy Policy carefully to understand our data practices. By using our application, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this policy.

3. Information We Collect

Our core philosophy for Smart Alarm Clock App is to protect your privacy by limiting data collection to the minimum required for the app to function securely and effectively. The information related to our app falls into two distinct categories:

• Data processed entirely on your device for core functionality.

• Data collected automatically by our integrated third-party service partners.

3.1 Information Processed Locally on Your Device

This category includes information that is necessary for the alarm app to work as you intend. This data is processed and stored exclusively on your personal device and is never transmitted to our servers or any third party.

• Alarm Data: Your alarm schedules, labels, repeat settings, and preferences are stored only on your device using Android's secure local storage.

• Camera Data (Photo Mission): When you use the "Take a Photo" alarm dismiss mission, the app activates your camera to verify the challenge. The photo is processed in real time on your device only — it is never saved, stored, or uploaded anywhere.

• Custom Audio Files: If you select a custom alarm tone, the app reads your chosen audio file locally. Your audio files are never transmitted to our servers.

3.2 Information Collected Automatically by Our Service Partners

To support the continued development of Smart Alarm Clock App and provide its features for free, our application integrates with third-party SDKs for analytics and advertising. These partners automatically collect certain technical and usage data. This data does not include your alarm settings or photos, but may include:

• Device & Network Information: Your device's IP address, device model, OS version, and network connection type.

• Identifiers for Advertising: Google Advertising ID (GAID) or similar mobile identifiers to help serve relevant ads. These can be reset or limited through your device settings.

• Application Usage Data: Anonymized information about how you use the app, session duration, and crash diagnostics to help us fix bugs and improve stability.

4. Supplementary Data Collection from External Sources

To enhance the reliability and quality of our services within Smart Alarm Clock App we may incorporate additional data obtained lawfully from external parties. This process is conducted strictly within the boundaries of applicable data protection laws and with the intention of improving user verification, service delivery, and app stability.

4.1 Integration with External Authentication Providers

Users who opt to sign in via external authentication platforms (for example, Google Sign-In) to contact us for feedback enable us to receive limited account data necessary to establish and manage secure access. The types of information we may obtain with your explicit consent include:

• Basic profile details such as your name, email address, and profile image, and

• A platform-specific user identifier required for secure account linkage within our system.

This method streamlines access while ensuring account security and user identity verification without requiring redundant registrations.

4.2 Insights from Analytical and Partner Platforms

To better understand how our app is used and to proactively address operational issues, we utilize insights shared by authorized analytics services and partner platforms. These may encompass, but are not limited to:

• Generalized user engagement and interaction statistics,

• Device-level diagnostics and performance metrics, and

• Anonymized error and crash reports to facilitate timely resolution of technical issues.

This data is aggregated and does not directly identify individual users, ensuring your privacy while aiding us in optimizing your experience within the app.

5. Data We Collect Automatically When You Use the App

Our application automatically collects certain technical and usage-related information as part of its normal operation. This automated data collection is essential for maintaining app stability and improving your experience.

5.1 Device and Network Details

When you use our app, we may automatically capture information including:

• IP Address: Used for security monitoring and fraud detection.

• Device Information: Device model, OS version, and hardware details to support app compatibility.

• Network Information: Connection type (Wi-Fi or mobile data) for diagnosing connectivity issues.

• Advertising Identifiers: Google Advertising ID (GAID) to facilitate analytics and deliver relevant advertisements.

5.2 Use of SDKs and Tracking Technologies

To maintain a seamless user experience, we may utilize software development kits (SDKs) for:

• Collecting diagnostic data to monitor and resolve crashes,

• Analyzing feature usage to improve app functionality,

• Supporting the delivery of personalized and contextually relevant advertisements.

6. How We Use Your Information

We process the information collected through Smart Alarm Clock App strictly for lawful purposes necessary to operate, maintain, and enhance our services.

6.1 Enabling Core Services

• Delivering alarm notifications at your exact scheduled time,

• Enabling challenge-based alarm dismissal (math problem, photo mission, drawing mission),

• Playing your selected alarm sound via foreground media service,

• Displaying the alarm screen over your lock screen when the alarm rings,

• Restoring your alarms automatically after a device reboot.

6.2 Improving App Performance and Reliability

• Tracking feature usage to understand user interactions,

• Identifying and addressing bugs, crashes, and service interruptions,

• Conducting internal assessments to monitor and improve app stability.

6.3 Personalization and Advertising

We may use your preferences and interaction patterns to serve interest-based advertisements where legally permissible and in accordance with your choices. This keeps the app free for all users.

7. App Permissions and Their Purpose

To provide the core features of Smart Alarm Clock App, our app requests the following permissions. Each permission is requested only to enable specific functionality.

7.1 Special Notice — Camera Permission

Camera access is used exclusively for the "Take a Photo" alarm dismiss mission. Important facts:

• Photos are processed entirely on your device in real time and are never saved to your gallery or app storage.

• No photos are uploaded to our servers or any third party.

• Camera is only activated when the alarm is ringing and you select the photo mission.

• You can avoid camera use entirely by selecting the math problem or drawing mission instead.

7.2 Special Notice — SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW

This permission allows the app to display the alarm screen on top of other apps and over the lock screen. It is used only when your alarm rings and is never used to display ads or collect data in the background.

7.3 Special Notice — Exact Alarm Permissions

SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM and USE_EXACT_ALARM are required on Android 12+ to ensure your alarms fire at the precise time you set. Without these permissions, Android may delay alarm delivery. On Android 12+, you may be prompted to grant this permission via device Settings > Apps > Special App Access > Alarms & Reminders.

8. Your Consent to Data Processing

By accessing the app through third-party login options, or using any features within Smart Alarm Clock App you acknowledge and agree to the collection, processing, and sharing of your data as described in this Privacy Policy. Your consent allows us to:

• Collect the data necessary for providing and improving our services,

• Use your information to deliver core functionalities and personalized features, and

• Share information with authorized service providers and partners as outlined in this policy.

Withdrawal of Consent

You may withdraw your consent at any time by:

• Contacting us directly through the contact details provided in this Privacy Policy, or

• Ceasing to use the application and deleting your account (where applicable).

Please be aware that withdrawing consent may limit or disable certain features and functionalities of the app that rely on your data to operate correctly.

9. Sharing Your Information

We respect your privacy and do not sell or lease your personal data to unrelated third parties. However, certain situations may require us to share your information.

9.1 Service Providers Acting on Our Behalf

We may engage trusted service providers who process data on our behalf under strict confidentiality agreements. These providers may assist with analytics, crash reporting, and advertisement delivery.

9.2 Compliance with Legal Obligations

We may disclose your information when legally required, including to respond to court orders, comply with applicable laws, or prevent fraud and illegal activities. Such disclosures are limited to the minimum data necessary.

9.3 Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your data may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will require any acquiring party to uphold the commitments in this Privacy Policy.

10. Your Privacy Rights

We respect your privacy and are committed to enabling you to exercise your rights over your personal data in accordance with applicable laws. Your rights may vary depending on your jurisdiction, including protections under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for European residents and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for California residents.

Below is a clear overview of the rights you may exercise regarding your personal data:

10.1 Rights Available to All Users

All users of Voice Lock Screen: App Lock are entitled to:

• Access Your Data: Request to view the personal data we hold about you.

• Correct Your Data: Update or correct your personal information through your account settings or by contacting our support team.

• Delete Your Data: Request the removal of your personal data, subject to legal or operational retention requirements.

• Manage Communications: Opt out of receiving promotional emails and notifications by updating your preferences within the app or using unsubscribe links in our communications.

• Control App Permissions: Adjust privacy settings and permissions within the app to manage the information you share with us.

To request assistance with any of these rights, please contact us at cpo.appsquad@gmail.com

10.2 Additional Rights for Users in the European Economic Area (EEA)

If you are located in the EEA, you may exercise additional rights under the GDPR, including:

• Confirmation and Access: Request confirmation of whether we process your personal data and access that data.

• Correction: Rectify inaccurate or incomplete personal data.

• Erasure: Request the deletion of your personal data in specific circumstances.

• Restriction: Request limited processing of your data under certain conditions.

• Portability: Receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format and transfer it to another data controller.

• Objection: Object to the processing of your personal data based on your specific situation, including objections to direct marketing.

• Human Review: Request human intervention in automated decision-making processes that significantly affect you.

To exercise your GDPR rights, please email cpo.appsquad@gmail.com

10.3 Additional Rights for California Residents

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the CCPA:

• Right to Know: Request details about the categories and specific pieces of personal data we collect, use, and disclose.

• Access Your Data: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

• Delete Your Data: Request the deletion of your personal information, subject to legal exceptions.

• Opt-Out of Sale: Although we do not sell your personal data, you may formally request that your data not be sold.

• Non-Discrimination: Receive equal treatment and pricing regardless of your privacy choices.

To submit CCPA-related requests, please contact us at cpo.appsquad@gmail.com

How to Exercise Your Rights

To protect your privacy and maintain security, we may require verification of your identity before processing your request. We will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law.

11. Children’s Privacy

Voice Lock Screen: App Lock is not directed to or intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect, use, or disclose personal information from children under 13 years of age in compliance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and other applicable child data protection laws.

11.1 No Knowing Collection

If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13 without verified parental consent, we will take prompt action to:

• Delete the information from our systems, and

• Prevent any further collection or use of that child’s data.

11.2 Parental Rights and Inquiries

Under COPPA, parents and legal guardians have the right to:

• Review the personal information we may have collected from their child (if any),

• Request deletion of the child’s personal information,

• Direct us to cease any further collection or use of the child’s information.

If you believe that your child under 13 may have provided us with personal information, or if you are a parent or guardian seeking to exercise your rights under COPPA, please contact us immediately at:
📧 cpo.appsquad@gmail.com
We will promptly address your request in accordance with applicable child privacy protection regulations.

11.3 Age Restrictions and User Responsibility

By using our app, you confirm that you are at least 13 years of age or that you are using the service with the consent and supervision of a parent or legal guardian. We encourage parents to supervise their children's online activities and to educate them about online privacy and safety.

12. Managing and Accessing Your Information

You have the right to review, update, correct, or delete the personal data we hold about you, in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

12.1 Self-Management Through App Settings

You can manage your information directly within Voice Lock Screen: App Lock using the in-app settings, including:

• Adjusting Privacy Preferences: Control app permissions, opt out of targeted advertising where applicable, and manage communication preferences to suit your needs.

12.2 Requests for Access, Correction, or Deletion

If you wish to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you,

• Correct any inaccurate or incomplete information,

• Request Deletion of your account and associated data,

you may submit your request by contacting us directly, and we will process it in accordance with applicable legal requirements.

13. Third-Party Services and Advertising: What You Need to Know

At Voice Lock Screen: App Lock, we work with external services to keep the app functional, secure, and relevant to your needs. Below is a clear breakdown of how third-party services, external links, and advertising technologies may interact with your data.

Why We Work with Third Parties

We collaborate with third-party providers to:

• Enable sign-in through your preferred platforms (like Google or Facebook) if you want to contact us for your feedback.

• Track and improve app performance through analytics.

• Diagnose and fix crashes or technical issues.

• Deliver ads that may interest you while you use our app.

All third-party engagements are structured to protect your privacy and comply with data protection laws.

Data Shared with Third Parties

We may share only necessary data with authorized providers, such as:

• Basic profile information (name, email, profile picture) if you sign in using a social account.

• Device identifiers and app usage data for analytics and diagnostics.

• Non-personal data for advertising and performance measurement.

We do not share your personally identifiable information for advertising purposes unless you give explicit permission.

External Links: Your Caution is Important

Sometimes, you may see links to other websites or services within our app. We do not control these third-party sites and are not responsible for their privacy practices.
👉 Tip: Always review the privacy policies of any external site before sharing your information there.

How Ads Work in Our App

We use trusted advertising partners (including Google AdMob and Meta Audience Network) to show ads that may match your interests. These partners may use:

• Cookies and tracking pixels

• Advertising identifiers (e.g., GAID, IDFA)

• Device-level and usage information

to measure ad effectiveness and improve ad relevance. You can manage how your data is used for ads (explained below).

Managing Your Choices

You have control over how your data is used for advertising:

• Ad Preferences on Your Device: Adjust your device settings to limit ad tracking or reset your advertising ID (see “Privacy” or “Ads” settings on Android/iOS).

• Industry Opt-Out Tools: Use opt-out tools provided by the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) or Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) to limit personalized advertising.

• Communication Preferences: All promotional emails we send will include an unsubscribe option.

Key Services We Use

We work with the following services to support our app operations:

• Google Firebase: Analytics and crash diagnostics

• Google Analytics: User behavior insights

• Google AdMob: Mobile ad delivery

• Google Play Services: Core platform functionality

• Meta Audience Network: Interest-based advertising

• Google Ads: Contextual ad delivery

• Liftoff Monetize: App Monetization Service

• Mintegral: Mobile Advertising Platform

• AppLovin: Marketing and Monetization Platforms

• Unity Ads: Mobile ad delivery

For more details, visit their privacy policies directly.

Need Help or Have Questions?

If you need help managing your preferences, understanding our third-party practices, or opting out of certain data uses, please contact us at:
📧 cpo.appsquad@gmail.com

We are committed to helping you manage your privacy choices with clarity and respect.

14. How Long We Keep Your Information

We keep your data only for as long as reasonably needed to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

• Operate and Improve the App: To maintain features and enhance your experience.

• Meet Legal Requirements: To comply with laws, regulations, or lawful requests.

• Resolve Disputes: To address user concerns, legal claims, or disputes.

• Enforce Agreements: To uphold our terms, policies, and rights.

Once your data is no longer necessary, we will securely delete it or anonymize it so it can no longer be linked back to you.

15. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or service offerings.

• Update the "Effective Date" at the top of the Privacy Policy.

• Display a clear notice within the app to inform you of key changes.

• For significant updates, we may also send a push notification through the app.

Your continued use of Smart Alarm Clock App after changes take effect will signify your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

16. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, we are here to assist you promptly and transparently.

📧 cpo.appsquad@gmail.com

We are committed to addressing your privacy-related requests in accordance with applicable laws and to ensuring your experience with our app remains secure and trustworthy.