Thank you for choosing Minimal Launcher ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and providing a clean, distraction-free Android experience.
This Privacy Policy explains how Minimal Launcher handles your information. In short: Minimal Launcher is a privacy-first, offline application that does not collect, store, track, or share any of your personal data.
1. Data Collection and Usage
Minimal Launcher operates entirely on your local device.
•No Personal Data Collection: We do not collect, capture, or transmit personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, location, or IP address.
•No Usage Analytics or Tracking: We do not track your app usage, app launches, typing input, or device activity.
•No Advertising: Minimal Launcher is 100% ad-free and contains no advertising SDKs or tracking scripts.
2. Device Permissions and How They Are Used
To provide essential home screen and launcher features, Minimal Launcher requests certain Android system permissions. All features using these permissions operate strictly on your device:
•Read Contacts (android.permission.READ_CONTACTS):
◦Purpose: Used exclusively to allow you to search for contacts directly within the local Universal Search bar.
◦Privacy Guarantee: Contact data is read locally in real time and is never uploaded, saved, or transmitted to any server.
•Request Delete Packages (android.permission.REQUEST_DELETE_PACKAGES):
◦Purpose: Used solely to allow you to uninstall applications directly from the launcher when you choose the "Uninstall App" option in the long-press menu.
•Accessibility Service (BIND_ACCESSIBILITY_SERVICE):
◦Purpose: Used exclusively to perform the "Lock Screen" global action when you double-tap on an empty space on the home screen.
◦Privacy Guarantee: The Accessibility Service is not used to monitor, collect, or log any user input, screen content, or personal information.
3. Local Data Storage
Any preferences or settings you configure (such as favorite apps, hidden apps, custom app names, date of birth for the Days Lived counter, or theme settings) are stored locally on your device using Android's secure DataStore preferences. This data remains on your phone and is deleted if you uninstall the app or clear app data.
4. Third-Party Services
Minimal Launcher does not use any third-party services, analytics platforms (such as Firebase Analytics or Google Analytics), or crash-reporting services that collect user data.
5. Children's Privacy
Minimal Launcher does not collect any personal data from anyone, including children under the age of 13. The application is suitable and safe for users of all ages.
6. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time if new features require it. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Effective Date."
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions or suggestions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
• Developer Email: coderadev@gmail.com