1. Introduction

Alarm Clock ("App", "we", "our", or "us") is an alarm and reminder application designed to help users schedule alarms, reminders, and wake-up notifications while providing launcher and home screen customization features.

We are committed to protecting user privacy and complying with:

• Google Play Developer Program Policies

• Android Alarm & Foreground Service Policies

• GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)

• CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act)

• India Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023

By using this App, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

2. Permissions We Use

The App requests only the permissions necessary to provide its intended functionality.

⏰ Alarm & Background Service Permissions

Permissions used:

• SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM

• USE_EXACT_ALARM

• FOREGROUND_SERVICE

• FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK

• RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED

• WAKE_LOCK

Purpose:

• Schedule alarms accurately.

• Ensure alarms trigger at the correct time.

• Restore alarms automatically after device restart.

• Keep alarm services running reliably in the background.

• Prevent interruptions while alarms are active.

📌 These permissions are used solely to provide dependable alarm functionality.

🔊 Audio Permissions

Permissions used:

• READ_MEDIA_AUDIO

• READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE (Android 12 and below)

• MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS

Purpose:

• Allow users to select custom alarm tones from their device.

• Adjust audio settings when alarms are active.

• Improve alarm reliability and user experience.

📌 The App accesses only audio files selected by the user.

📌 Audio files are not uploaded or shared.

📱 Lock Screen & Overlay Permissions

Permissions used:

• USE_FULL_SCREEN_INTENT

• DISABLE_KEYGUARD

• SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW

• REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS

Purpose:

• Display alarms over the lock screen.

• Wake the device when alarms trigger.

• Ensure alarms remain visible and functional.

• Prevent battery optimization from interfering with alarms.

📌 These permissions are used only for alarm-related functionality.

🔔 Notification Permission

Permission used:

• POST_NOTIFICATIONS

Purpose:

• Display alarm notifications.

• Notify users about scheduled alarms and reminders.

• Provide important application updates.

📌 Users may disable notifications through device settings.

📳 Vibration Permission

Permission used:

• VIBRATE

Purpose:

• Provide vibration alerts during alarms and reminders.

🌐 Internet & Network Permissions

Permissions used:

• INTERNET

• ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE

• ACCESS_WIFI_STATE

• CHANGE_WIFI_STATE

Purpose:

• Support optional online features.

• Verify network connectivity.

• Display advertisements (if applicable).

• Improve application performance.

📌 Internet access is not used to collect personal information without user consent.

🏠 Launcher & Home Screen Permissions

Permissions used:

• BIND_APPWIDGET

• REQUEST_DELETE_PACKAGES

• EXPAND_STATUS_BAR

• SET_WALLPAPER

Purpose:

• Support launcher widgets and shortcuts.

• Provide home screen customization features.

• Allow wallpaper customization functionality.

📌 These features are enabled only when initiated by the user.

📞 Phone State Permission

Permission used:

• READ_PHONE_STATE

Purpose:

• Optimize alarm behavior during active phone calls.

• Prevent alarm interruptions during communication sessions.

📌 The App does not access phone numbers, call content, or call recordings.

📱 App Query Permission

Queried Package:

• com.whatsapp

Purpose:

• Support optional sharing functionality initiated by the user.

📌 The App does not access messages or personal content from WhatsApp.

📌 The App is not affiliated with or endorsed by WhatsApp or Meta Platforms, Inc.

3. Information We Access

The App may access:

• Alarm settings created by the user.

• Audio files selected by the user as alarm tones.

• Basic network connectivity information.

• Optional launcher customization settings.

📌 All alarm-related information is processed locally on the device.

4. Information We Do NOT Collect

The App does NOT collect or store:

❌ Contacts
❌ SMS messages
❌ Call logs
❌ Photos or videos
❌ Financial information
❌ Location data
❌ Account passwords
❌ WhatsApp messages or content

📌 No account registration is required.

5. How We Use Information

We use information only to:

• Schedule and trigger alarms.

• Play selected alarm sounds.

• Display reminders and notifications.

• Support launcher customization features.

• Improve application reliability and performance.

📌 We do not track or profile users.

6. Data Sharing

We do not:

• Sell user data.

• Share alarm information with third parties.

• Upload user-selected audio files to external servers.

📌 User information remains under the user's control.

7. Third-Party Services

The App may use:

• Advertising services (such as AdMob)

• Analytics and crash reporting services

These services may collect limited non-personal technical information according to their own privacy policies.

8. Important Compliance Notice ⚠️

📌 Exact Alarm permissions are used solely for scheduling alarms accurately.

📌 Audio permissions are used only for custom alarm tones selected by the user.

📌 Overlay and full-screen permissions are used only to display alarms when triggered.

📌 Launcher permissions are used solely for home screen customization features.

📌 The App does not secretly monitor, record, or collect personal information.

9. Children's Privacy

This App is not intended for children under 13 years of age.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

10. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect user information.

📌 Alarm settings and selected audio files remain stored locally on the user's device unless the user chooses to share them.

11.After Call Popup Feature 📞

Some of our apps may include an After Call Popup feature. This feature activates after phone calls to provide quick options such as notes, reminders, or other in-app actions.

• Data Collection & Usage:

  • The feature temporarily accesses call status and duration only to trigger the popup.

  • It does not access, collect, or store call logs, phone numbers, or contacts.

  • All data is processed locally on the device and is used only for enabling the feature.

• Permissions Required:

  • The feature requires the "Read Phone State" permission.

  • Users can manage or revoke this permission anytime from device settings, which will disable the popup.

• Data Retention:

  • All temporary call status data is deleted immediately after use.

  • No call-related data is stored or sent to our servers.

• Third-Party Sharing:

  • We do not share any personal call data with third parties.

  • If analytics or ads are integrated, they only process anonymized and non-personal data.

• User Control:

  • Users can also turn off the After Call Popup feature directly from the App Settings → After Call Settings section at any time.

  • Disabling this setting will completely stop the feature from running.

• Security & Updates:

  • We handle all temporary data securely.

  • Any significant changes to this policy will be communicated.

  • Continued use of our apps implies acceptance of the updated terms.

12.Launcher Feature

Users can set the app as their default launcher only with their consent and can change it anytime from device settings.

The launcher may display installed apps, app search, and news content for user convenience.

Access to Installed Apps

Access to installed apps is used only to display, search, and launch apps. The app does not monitor, track, or collect usage data of other apps.

Declaration

We declare that the launcher functionality, including optional news content, does not collect, store, process, or share any personal or sensitive user data and complies with Google Play policies.

13.Package Monitor & Junk Scan

We monitor app installs and removals to keep your device clean and optimized. All data is processed locally on your device, and we do not collect, store, or share any personal information.

14.Battery Charging Status Feature

Our app may display a screen or notification when the device is connected to or disconnected from charging (plug in / unplug events). This feature is used only to provide battery-related information and user convenience features within the app.

The app does not collect, store, share, or transmit any personal data related to battery charging events. Battery status information is processed locally on the device only and is not used for tracking purposes.

15.Push Notifications (iZooto)      

Our app uses a third-party push notification service provided by iZooto to send important updates, alerts, and app-related notifications to users.

 iZooto may collect non-personal and anonymized information such as device type, browser information, and notification interaction data, strictly for the purpose of delivering and improving push notification services.

   We do not use push notifications to collect sensitive personal information, nor do we use them for unauthorized tracking.

16. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Any changes will be reflected by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this Privacy Policy.

17. Contact Us

App Name: Alarm Clock
Developer Name: Veltrix Soft Tools
Contact Email: ramanikhushi97@gmail.com

Declaration

We declare that:

• Alarm Clock does not collect, store, or sell personal user data.

• Alarm, launcher, and notification permissions are used solely to provide app functionality.

• No hidden tracking, recording, or surveillance is performed.

• User data remains under the user's control.

• The App complies with Google Play Developer Program Policies.