Published: 27 August 2025
Privacy Policy – Software Update: App Updates
This Privacy Policy applies to the Software Update: App Updates application (the “Application”) provided by Sigma Delta Apps (“Service Provider”) as a free service.
The Service Provider is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how your information and device permissions are used. By using this Application, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
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Information We Collect
The Application may automatically collect the following information:
• Device IP address
• Device operating system version
• Time, date, and duration of app usage
• Pages and features accessed in the Application
• General device information (model, manufacturer)
• List of installed applications (to identify available updates)
Note: The Application does not collect precise location data.
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Permissions Used by the Application
To provide its core functionality, the Application requests the following Android permissions:
Required Permissions
• INTERNET – To check for available updates and communicate with servers.
• ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE – To verify internet connectivity status.
• REQUEST_DELETE_PACKAGES – Allows the user to uninstall apps directly through the Application.
• POST_NOTIFICATIONS – To send update alerts and important notifications.
• PACKAGE_USAGE_STATS – Enables the app to analyze installed apps and recommend updates.
• BROADCAST_PACKAGE_REMOVED – Detects when an app is uninstalled to update app lists.
• QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES – Allows the Application to list installed apps for update management.
• WAKE_LOCK – Prevents the device from sleeping during update checks.
• FOREGROUND_SERVICE – Supports continuous tasks such as scanning apps for updates.
Billing & In-App Services
• com.android.vending.BILLING – Supports in-app purchases (if user chooses to upgrade).
Advertising & Analytics
• com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID – Accesses the advertising ID for personalized ads and analytics.
• android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION – For attribution reporting in compliance with Google’s privacy standards.
• android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID – For serving relevant ads under Google’s Ads API.
• android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS – For interest-based advertising in compliance with Privacy Sandbox.
App Installation & Attribution
• com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE – Tracks how the app was installed (e.g., via Google Play or referral link).
Notifications & Push Services
• com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE – Enables push notifications via Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM).
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Third-Party SDKs & Services
The Application may use the following third-party services:
• Google Play Services
• AdMob (ads & monetization)
• Google Analytics for Firebase (analytics)
• Firebase Crashlytics (error/crash reporting)
• Facebook SDK (ads & analytics)
These services may collect:
• Advertising ID (ADID)
• App usage statistics
• Crash logs and diagnostics
You can review their privacy policies on their official websites.
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How We Use Collected Data
• To check available app updates and notify users.
• To improve application performance and user experience.
• To display ads (AdMob/Google Ads) and keep the app free.
• To analyze app usage trends (Firebase Analytics).
• To identify and resolve errors or crashes.
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Third-Party Access
The Application does not sell or rent personal information. Data may be shared only:
• To comply with legal obligations
• To detect/prevent fraud, abuse, or security risks
• With trusted service providers under confidentiality
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Data Retention & Deletion
• Data is retained as long as you use the Application.
• You may request deletion of your data by contacting us at 📧 sigmadelta.apps@gmail.com.
• Uninstalling the app will also stop all data collection.
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USER ELIGIBILITY
This App is designed for a general audience, including users aged 13 and above, in compliance with Google Play's policies. We have carefully considered our target audience to ensure the App is appropriate for users within this age group.
If you are under the age of 13, please refrain from using this App without the consent of a parent or guardian.
Please note that Google Play requires developers to declare their app's target audience, and we have selected the appropriate age group to align with our intended users. This helps ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, such as the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
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Security
We use industry-standard security practices (encryption, secure transmission, limited access) to protect user data. However, no method of electronic storage is 100% secure.
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Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted here, with the effective date updated. Continued use of the Application means acceptance of the updated policy.
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Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
📧 sigmadelta.apps@gmail.com