Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 26, 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to VigiLens: Background Video Recorder. We value your privacy and are committed to protecting it. This policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and the steps we take to keep it secure. Our goal is to be transparent so you can feel confident using our app.

2. Required Permissions

To provide core functionality, VigiLens requires:

  • Camera: Essential for video recording functionality
  • Microphone: Required for audio capture during recording

These permissions are only used for the app's core features and are not used for any other purposes.

3. Information We Collect

App Usage Data

  • Performance metrics and crash reports via Firebase Crashlytics
  • Device information and operating system version
  • Feature usage patterns and interaction metrics
  • App settings and preferences

Recording Data

All video recordings are stored locally on your device. We never access, collect, or transmit your recorded content.

4. Data Storage and Security

Your privacy and security are our top priorities:

  • All recordings stay exclusively on your device
  • No cloud storage or external servers are used for your content
  • Analytics data is encrypted during transmission
  • Firebase and Google AdMob data is protected by Google's security infrastructure
  • Regular security audits and updates are performed

We recommend using your device's built-in security features (PIN, password, biometric locks) to protect your recordings.

5. Third-Party Services

We utilize the following third-party services:

  • Firebase Analytics for app performance monitoring
  • Firebase Crashlytics for stability and crash reporting
  • Google AdMob for advertisement delivery

Each service follows its own privacy policy and data handling practices. No personal recording data is shared with these services.

6. Advertising

VigiLens is provided as a free application. To support ongoing development:

  • The app displays third-party advertisements through Google AdMob
  • Ad preferences can be customized in your device settings
  • Ad frequency is designed to minimize disruption
  • A premium ad-free version may be available

7. Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

  • Opt-out of analytics collection
  • Request deletion of your analytics data
  • Disable advertisement personalization
  • Access your collected data
  • Control app permissions through your device settings

8. Changes to Privacy Policy

We may update this policy periodically to reflect app changes or regulatory requirements. The latest version will always be available at VigiLens.shashi.app/privacy-policy. Continued use of VigiLens after modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

9. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or concerns, please contact us at:

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