Software updater App

 INTRODUCTION

Welcome to Software Update: App Update ("App"), developed by SNS App Studio. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our App.

By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

EU USER CONSENT POLICY

For users located in the European Economic Area (EEA), the United Kingdom (UK), and Switzerland, we comply with applicable privacy laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Where required by law, we request your consent before displaying personalized advertisements. You may choose between personalized and non-personalized ads through Google's consent mechanism.

CONSENT

By using the App, you consent to the collection and processing of information as described in this Privacy Policy.

INFORMATION WE COLLECT

Device Information

We may collect limited device information, including:

Device manufacturer and model

Android OS version

Device language

Country or region

Screen size and resolution

Advertising ID (used by Google AdMob for advertising purposes)

This information helps improve app compatibility and performance.

App Usage Information

To provide the core functionality of the App, we may access information about installed applications on your device, including:

Installed application names

Installed application versions

Available updates

App installation status

This information is processed locally on your device and is never uploaded to our servers.

Log Information

When you use the App, limited diagnostic information may be collected automatically, including:

Device type

Android version

Crash reports

Error logs

Date and time of app usage

This information helps us improve stability and performance.

PERMISSIONS USED BY THE APP

Our App requests only the permissions necessary to provide its functionality.

QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES

Purpose

Allows the App to detect installed applications so it can display available updates.

User Benefit

Enables scanning installed apps and showing update information.

Data Handling

The list of installed apps is processed only on your device and is never uploaded or shared.

PACKAGE_USAGE_STATS

Purpose

Allows the App to access basic application usage statistics required for certain app management features.

User Benefit

Helps identify installed applications and provide update-related functionality.

Data Handling

Usage information remains on your device and is never transmitted to our servers.

REQUEST_DELETE_PACKAGES

Purpose

Allows users to uninstall unwanted applications directly from the App.

User Benefit

Provides a convenient way to remove installed apps.

Data Handling

We do not collect or store uninstall activity.

REQUEST_INSTALL_PACKAGES

Purpose

Allows installation of application packages initiated by the user when supported by Android.

User Benefit

Supports installation-related functionality where applicable.

Data Handling

No installation data is collected or transmitted.

POST_NOTIFICATIONS

Purpose

Allows the App to send notifications.

User Benefit

Notifies users about app updates and important information.

INTERNET

Purpose

Required to connect to the internet.

User Benefit

Allows the App to retrieve update-related information and display advertisements.

ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE

Purpose

Checks network connectivity.

User Benefit

Ensures update checks only occur when an internet connection is available.

COMPLETE LIST OF PERMISSIONS

Our App may use the following Android permissions:

android.permission.QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES

android.permission.PACKAGE_USAGE_STATS

android.permission.INTERNET

android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE

android.permission.REQUEST_DELETE_PACKAGES

android.permission.REQUEST_INSTALL_PACKAGES

android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS

USER DATA ACCESS POLICY

The App accesses the list of installed applications solely to provide features such as:

Checking available app updates

Viewing installed applications

Managing installed applications

Uninstalling applications upon user request

Important

Installed application information is processed locally on your device.

We do not upload package names.

We do not collect app usage history on our servers.

We do not sell or share installed app information with third parties.

HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use information only to:

Provide app update functionality

Display installed applications

Improve app performance

Fix bugs and crashes

Display advertisements through Google AdMob

Maintain app security and reliability

Third-Party Services

The Application may use third-party services that collect information used to identify you or improve the service. These third-party services have their own Privacy Policies.

Examples include:

Google Play Services

Google AdMob

Google Analytics for Firebase

Firebase Crashlytics

Google Maps (if used for Mosque Finder)

The Service Provider may disclose information:

When required by law.

To protect the rights, safety, or property of users or the Service Provider.

To trusted service providers who process information on our behalf under appropriate confidentiality obligations.

These services may collect information in accordance with their own privacy policies.

ADVERTISING

Our App displays advertisements provided by Google AdMob.

Google may use the Advertising ID to provide personalized or non-personalized advertisements, depending on your consent and device settings.

You can reset or disable your Advertising ID through your Android device settings.

DATA SECURITY

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information.

However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

DATA SHARING

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

Information may only be shared:

When required by applicable law

To comply with legal obligations

With Google AdMob and Google Play Services as necessary to provide their services

CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

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

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

If you believe a child has provided personal information through our App, please contact us and we will promptly remove such information.

YOUR RIGHTS

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

Access your personal data

Request correction of your personal data

Request deletion of your personal data

Withdraw consent for personalized advertising where applicable

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the email below.

CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Any changes will be posted on this page along with the revised Effective Date.

CONTACT US

If you have any questions, suggestions, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:infosnsappsstudio@gmail.com