# Privacy Policy for SpaceBoost

**Last Updated: November 11, 2025**

## Introduction

SpaceBoost ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application SpaceBoost (the "App"). Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the application.

We reserve the right to make changes to this Privacy Policy at any time and for any reason. We will alert you about any changes by updating the "Last Updated" date of this Privacy Policy. You are encouraged to periodically review this Privacy Policy to stay informed of updates.

## Information We Collect

### 1. Device Information

We may collect information about your mobile device, including:

- Device model and manufacturer

- Operating system version

- Unique device identifiers

- Mobile network information

- Device storage information (total and available space)

- System performance metrics

**Purpose**: This information is used to optimize app performance, provide device-specific features, and improve user experience.

### 2. Storage Information

When you grant storage permissions, we scan:

- File sizes and types

- Duplicate files

- Cache files

- Temporary files

- Unused app data

**Purpose**: To identify and help you remove junk files, duplicate files, and free up storage space on your device.

**Important Note**: We DO NOT:

- Upload your files to any server

- Access the content of your personal files (photos, documents, videos)

- Share your file information with third parties

- Store your file data beyond the current app session

### 3. App Usage Data

We may collect information about how you interact with the App:

- Features used

- Cleaning frequency

- App performance data

- Crash reports and error logs

**Purpose**: To improve app functionality, fix bugs, and enhance user experience.

### 4. Advertising ID

We may collect your Google Advertising ID (GAID) for advertising purposes.

**Purpose**: To provide relevant advertisements and measure ad performance.

**Note**: You can reset or opt out of personalized advertising through your device settings.

## How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

1. **Provide Core Functionality**

   - Scan and identify junk files

   - Clean cache and temporary files

   - Remove duplicate files

   - Optimize device performance

   - Free up storage space

2. **Improve User Experience**

   - Analyze app usage patterns

   - Fix bugs and technical issues

   - Develop new features

   - Optimize app performance

3. **Display Advertisements**

   - Show relevant ads

   - Measure ad effectiveness

   - Support free app distribution

4. **Comply with Legal Obligations**

   - Respond to legal requests

   - Enforce our terms and policies

   - Protect our rights and safety

## Data Storage and Security

### Local Processing

All file scanning and cleaning operations are performed **locally on your device**. Your personal files are never uploaded to our servers or transmitted over the internet.

### Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information, including:

- Encryption of sensitive data

- Secure coding practices

- Regular security audits

- Access controls and authentication

However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

## Data Retention

- **Device and usage data**: Retained only for the duration necessary to provide services and improve the app

- **File scan results**: Deleted immediately after cleaning operations or when you exit the app

- **Crash logs**: Retained for up to 90 days for debugging purposes

- **Advertising data**: Managed by third-party advertising partners according to their policies

## Third-Party Services

Our App may contain third-party services for analytics and advertising:

### Advertising Partners

We may work with third-party advertising companies to serve ads. These companies may use information about your device and app usage (but not your personal files) to provide relevant advertisements.

**Third parties we may work with**:

- Google AdMob

- Facebook Audience Network

- Other advertising networks

These third parties have their own privacy policies and we encourage you to review them:

- Google Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

- Facebook Privacy Policy: https://www.facebook.com/privacy/explanation

### Analytics Services

We may use analytics services to understand app usage and improve performance. These services may collect device information and usage statistics.

## Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your information:

### 1. Access and Control

- **View permissions**: Check what permissions the app has in your device settings

- **Revoke permissions**: Remove storage, phone, or other permissions at any time

- **Uninstall**: Delete all app data by uninstalling the app

### 2. Advertising Choices

- **Opt-out of personalized ads**: 

  - Android: Settings > Google > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization

  - Or reset your Advertising ID

- **Limit ad tracking**: Use your device's privacy settings

### 3. Data Deletion

- **Clear app data**: Go to device Settings > Apps > SpaceBoost > Clear Data

- **Request deletion**: Contact us at yousefyuha@gmail.com to request deletion of any data we may have stored

## Children's Privacy

Our App is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to delete such information.

## International Users

If you are accessing the App from outside your country of residence, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in countries where our servers are located. By using the App, you consent to the transfer of information to countries outside of your country of residence, which may have different data protection rules.

### GDPR Compliance (For EU Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

- **Right to access**: Request a copy of your personal data

- **Right to rectification**: Request correction of inaccurate data

- **Right to erasure**: Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")

- **Right to restrict processing**: Request limitation of data processing

- **Right to data portability**: Receive your data in a structured format

- **Right to object**: Object to data processing for certain purposes

- **Right to withdraw consent**: Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us at yousefyuha@gmail.com.

**Legal Basis for Processing**:

- Performance of contract (providing cleaning services)

- Legitimate interests (improving app functionality)

- Consent (advertising and analytics)

## California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

- **Right to know**: What personal information we collect and how we use it

- **Right to delete**: Request deletion of your personal information

- **Right to opt-out**: Opt-out of the sale of personal information (Note: We do not sell personal information)

- **Right to non-discrimination**: Not be discriminated against for exercising your rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us at yousefyuha@gmail.com.

## Permissions Explained

Our App requires the following permissions:

### Required Permissions

1. **Storage Permission** (READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE, WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE)

   - **Why**: To scan files and identify junk files, duplicates, and cache

   - **What we access**: File metadata (names, sizes, types, dates)

   - **What we DON'T access**: File contents (photos, documents, videos)

2. **Phone State Permission** (READ_PHONE_STATE)

   - **Why**: To identify your device and provide device-specific optimizations

   - **What we access**: Device model, OS version, unique identifiers

   - **What we DON'T access**: Phone calls, contacts, or messages

3. **Internet Permission** (INTERNET)

   - **Why**: To display advertisements and check for app updates

   - **What we access**: Internet connectivity status

   - **What we DON'T access**: Your browsing history or personal data

4. **Network State Permission** (ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE)

   - **Why**: To detect network connectivity and optimize data usage

   - **What we access**: WiFi/mobile data status

   - **What we DON'T access**: Network traffic or browsing data

5. **Notification Permission** (POST_NOTIFICATIONS)

   - **Why**: To notify you about cleaning results and optimization tips

   - **What we send**: App-related notifications only

   - **What we DON'T send**: Spam or irrelevant notifications

6. **Vibration Permission** (VIBRATE)

   - **Why**: To provide haptic feedback for better user interaction

   - **Usage**: Only triggered by user actions within the app

### Optional Permissions

All permissions can be revoked at any time through your device settings. Revoking permissions may limit certain app features but will not affect basic functionality.

## Data We DO NOT Collect

To ensure transparency, here's what we explicitly DO NOT collect or access:

- ❌ Personal photos or photo contents

- ❌ Personal documents or document contents

- ❌ Videos or video contents

- ❌ Contacts or contact information

- ❌ SMS or messaging data

- ❌ Phone call logs or call history

- ❌ Email content or email addresses (unless you contact us)

- ❌ Location data or GPS coordinates

- ❌ Browsing history

- ❌ Passwords or credentials

- ❌ Banking or financial information

- ❌ Health or biometric data

## Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

- Posting the new Privacy Policy in the app

- Updating the "Last Updated" date

- Sending you a notification (for significant changes)

Your continued use of the App after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

## Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

**Email**: yousefyuha@gmail.com  

**App Name**: SpaceBoost  

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.

## Consent

By using SpaceBoost, you consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.

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**Thank you for trusting SpaceBoost with your device optimization needs. Your privacy is our priority.**

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## Quick Summary (TL;DR)

✅ **What we do**:

- Scan files locally on your device to find junk

- Help you clean cache, duplicates, and temporary files

- Improve app performance based on usage data

- Show ads to keep the app free

❌ **What we DON'T do**:

- Upload your files to any server

- Access your personal photos, videos, or documents

- Share your data with third parties (except advertising partners)

- Track your location or browsing history

🔒 **Your data stays on your device**. All cleaning operations happen locally.

📧 **Questions?** Contact us at yousefyuha@gmail.com