PRIVACY POLICY
App name: SMS Messenger
Effective date: [DD Month YYYY]
Contact: [ashishchodvadiya999@gmail.com]
1. INTRODUCTION
This Privacy Policy explains how SMS Messenger ("the App", "we", "us") collects, uses, and shares information when you use our Android SMS and MMS messaging application. By using the App you agree to this Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the App.
2. INFORMATION WE ACCESS ON YOUR DEVICE
The App works as an SMS/MMS messaging app and can be set as your default SMS app. To provide its features it requests the following permissions:
- SMS (READ_SMS, SEND_SMS, RECEIVE_SMS) and MMS (RECEIVE_MMS): to display your conversations, send and receive text and multimedia messages, and show message notifications. Message content is stored and processed on your device. We do not upload, sell, or share your message content with our servers or any third party.
- Contacts (READ_CONTACTS): to show contact names and photos next to phone numbers and to help you pick recipients. Contact data stays on your device.
- Phone state (READ_PHONE_STATE): to support dual-SIM selection and to detect when a call ends so the App can offer quick message actions after a call. We do not record calls or read call content.
- Notifications (POST_NOTIFICATIONS): to alert you about new messages and scheduled message status.
- Location (ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION, ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION): [Describe your use, for example: used only for approximate regional information such as showing relevant ads / country-specific features. Location is optional and the App works without it.]
- Exact alarms and boot completed (SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM, RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED): to send scheduled messages at the time you choose and to restore your scheduled messages after the device restarts.
We use these permissions only to provide the core messaging functionality described above.
3. INFORMATION COLLECTED AUTOMATICALLY BY THIRD-PARTY SERVICES
The App uses the following third-party SDKs, which may collect certain information automatically:
3.1 Google AdMob (advertising)
The App shows ads using Google AdMob. AdMob may collect and use the Advertising ID, IP address, device and app information (such as device model, OS version, and app version), and approximate location to serve and measure ads, and to personalize ads where permitted. Ad personalization depends on your consent and your device settings.
You can reset your Advertising ID or opt out of personalized ads in your Android settings (Settings > Google > Ads). Learn more: https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads
3.2 Firebase Analytics
We use Firebase Analytics to understand how the App is used (for example, screens viewed, feature usage, session length) and to improve it. It may collect app instance IDs, device information, and usage events. Learn more: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy
3.3 Firebase Crashlytics
We use Crashlytics to detect and fix crashes and bugs. It may collect crash logs, device state (such as model, OS version, memory, and orientation), and an installation identifier. Crash reports are not intended to include your message content.
3.4 Firebase Remote Config
We use Remote Config to adjust App settings and features without releasing a new version. It may use app instance identifiers and basic device information to deliver the right configuration.
These services are provided by Google LLC and are governed by Google's own privacy policies: https://policies.google.com/privacy
4. HOW WE USE INFORMATION
- To provide and operate messaging features, including scheduled messages and notifications.
- To show advertisements and measure their performance.
- To analyze usage, diagnose crashes, and improve stability and performance.
- To configure and roll out features remotely.
- To comply with legal obligations and protect against fraud or abuse.
5. SHARING OF INFORMATION
We do NOT sell your personal information, and we do NOT share your SMS, MMS, or contact content with third parties. Limited technical and usage data is shared with Google (AdMob and Firebase) as described in Section 3. We may also disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights, users, or the public.
6. DATA STORAGE AND BACKUP
Messages and settings are stored locally on your device. The App allows Android's backup feature, so app data such as settings may be included in your Google backup according to your device's backup settings. You can disable backup in your Android settings.
7. DATA RETENTION AND DELETION
Local data stays on your device until you delete it or uninstall the App. Uninstalling the App removes the data stored by it on your device. Analytics and crash data held by Google is retained according to Firebase's retention settings. To request deletion of data associated with your app instance, contact us at [ashishchodvadiya999@gmail.com].
8. YOUR CHOICES AND CONTROLS
- You can revoke any permission at any time in Android Settings > Apps > SMS Messenger > Permissions. Some features will stop working without them.
- You can change the default SMS app at any time in your Android settings.
- You can reset your Advertising ID or opt out of ad personalization in your Google settings.
- Where required (for example in the European Economic Area and the UK), the App will ask for your consent for personalized ads and you can change your choice later in the App settings.
9. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
The App is not directed to children under 13 (or the minimum age required in your country). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided information, please contact us and we will take appropriate action.
10. SECURITY
We take reasonable measures to protect information handled by the App. However, no method of electronic storage or transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. Standard SMS and MMS are not end-to-end encrypted by the carrier network.
11. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS
Google services may process data in countries other than your own. By using the App you understand that such transfers may occur under Google's safeguards.
12. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted in the App or at this page with a new effective date. Continued use of the App means you accept the changes.
13. CONTACT US
If you have questions or requests about this Privacy Policy, contact:
Email: [ashishchodvadiya999@gmail.com]