Privacy Policy for AutoSilent

This Privacy Policy outlines how AutoSilent ("we," "our," or "the App") collects, uses, and discloses information when you use our Android application (net.golbarg.autosilent). By using the App, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Core Principles

   Privacy is at the heart of AutoSilent. The App is designed to process your rules locally on your device. We do not collect your personal data, and your automation rules never leave your phone.

2. Information We Access (Permissions)

   The App requires the following permissions to provide its core automation functionality:

   • Location (ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION, ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION, ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION): Used to evaluate user-created location rules. The phone is silenced automatically when you arrive at a chosen place and restored when you leave. Background access is required for this feature to work while the app is closed. Location data is processed locally and is never transmitted.
   • Calendar (READ_CALENDAR): Used to automatically silence your phone during busy events on your calendar.
   • Wi-Fi & Network State (ACCESS_WIFI_STATE, ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE): Used to trigger rules when you connect to or disconnect from specific Wi-Fi networks.
   • Bluetooth (BLUETOOTH, BLUETOOTH_CONNECT): Used to trigger rules when connecting to specific paired Bluetooth devices, such as your car or headphones.
   • Exact Alarms (USE_EXACT_ALARM, SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM): Used to ensure time-based rules trigger at the exact minute you scheduled.
   • Foreground Service (FOREGROUND_SERVICE, FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC): Used to monitor network and device state changes to trigger rules in real-time.
   • Audio & Notification Policy (MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS, ACCESS_NOTIFICATION_POLICY): Used to change your phone's sound profile (Silent, Vibrate, or Do Not Disturb) as defined by your rules.
   • Internet & Ad ID (INTERNET, com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID): Required for displaying advertisements via Google AdMob.
3. Data Collection and Sharing

   Personal Data: We do not collect, store, or transmit any personal information such as your name, email address, or phone number.

   App Data: All rules, schedules, and activity history are stored locally on your device. This data is not synchronized with any servers.

   Third-Party Advertising: The App uses Google AdMob to display advertisements. AdMob may collect and use device identifiers (such as the Android Advertising ID) to personalize ads and analyze ad performance. Please refer to Google's Privacy Policy for more details on how they handle data.

4. Children's Privacy

   The App is intended for users aged 13 and above. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

5. Changes to this Privacy Policy

   We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The effective date at the beginning of the policy indicates the date of the most recent revision. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

6. Contact Us

   If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at contact@golbarg.net

By using the App, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the use of permissions and data as described herein.