Privacy Policy

Last Updated: [16/09/2026]

At Studio App Build , we recognize that your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how Studio App Build ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, protects, and handles information when you use our Android application Contact ("App", "Application", or "Service").

Our App provides contact management and messaging-related features, allowing users to view and manage contacts and send, receive, and manage messages from their device.

By using our App, you acknowledge and agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Contacts Information

When you grant the required permission, the App may access information stored in your device's address book, including:

Contact names
Phone numbers
Other contact information stored in your device's contacts

This information is used to provide contact-related functionality, such as displaying, managing, adding, editing, or updating contacts within the App.

1.2 SMS and Messaging Information

When you grant the applicable permissions, the App may access SMS/MMS information stored on your device, including:

SMS messages
MMS messages
Sender or recipient phone numbers
Message-related information required to display and manage conversations

This information is used to provide the messaging functionality of the App, including viewing, sending, receiving, organizing, and managing messages.

1.3 Call and Phone Information

Where applicable and when you grant the required permissions, the App may access phone and call-related information, including:

Phone state information
Call-related information
Call history/call logs

This information is used to provide calling and call-management functionality available within the App.

1.4 Device Information

We may automatically collect certain device and technical information, which may include:

Device model
Operating system and version
Device language
Unique device identifiers or device ID
IP address
Diagnostic information
App version
Other technical information necessary to operate and improve the App

1.5 Usage Information

We may collect information about how you interact with the App, such as:

Features accessed
App interactions
Session information
Frequency of use
App performance information
Diagnostic information

This information helps us understand App usage and improve the performance and user experience.

1.6 Location Information

If a location-related feature is enabled and the applicable permission is granted, the App may access approximate or precise location information.

Location information is used only for the functionality for which it is requested.

2. Permissions We Use

The App requests permissions only when they are required for specific functionality.

Contacts Permissions

READ_CONTACTS
Used to display contacts stored on your device within the App.

WRITE_CONTACTS
Used to add, edit, or update contacts through the App.

SMS/MMS Permissions

READ_SMS
Used to read and display SMS messages stored on your device.

WRITE_SMS
Used to manage or modify SMS messages where supported by the App.

SEND_SMS
Used to send SMS messages from the App.

RECEIVE_SMS
Used to receive and process incoming SMS messages.

RECEIVE_MMS
Used to receive and process MMS messages.

Phone Permissions

READ_PHONE_STATE
Used to detect phone-related states and provide applicable phone or call-related functionality.

CALL_PHONE
Used to make phone calls directly from the App, where applicable.

Call Log Permissions

READ_CALL_LOG
Used to display call history or call logs within the App, where applicable.

Notification Permission

POST_NOTIFICATIONS
Used to display notifications related to messages, calls, or other App functionality.

Overlay Permission

SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW / ACTION_MANAGE_OVERLAY_PERMISSION
Used where applicable to display authorized pop-up or overlay interfaces over other applications, such as call-related screens.

Foreground Service

FOREGROUND_SERVICE
Where applicable, the App may use a foreground service for specific functionality that requires continued operation while the App is not actively displayed. When such a service is active, Android displays the required ongoing notification.

Media and Camera Permissions

Where applicable:

READ_MEDIA_IMAGES
Used to access images selected by the user for supported App functionality.

READ_MEDIA_VIDEO
Used to access videos selected by the user for supported App functionality.

CAMERA
Used to provide camera functionality when the user chooses to use a supported feature.

3. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information collected through the App for the following purposes:

Contacts

Display contacts within the App
Add, edit, and manage contacts
Provide contact-related functionality
Improve contact management features

Messages

Display SMS/MMS conversations
Send and receive messages
Organize and manage messages
Provide messaging-related functionality

Phone and Call Information

Support calling functionality
Display or manage call history
Detect relevant phone states
Provide applicable call-management features

Device and Usage Information

Operate and maintain the App
Improve App performance
Analyze usage patterns
Detect and resolve technical issues
Improve user experience
Monitor App stability and performance

Notifications

Deliver notifications related to messages, calls, and other App functionality.

4. How We Protect Your Information

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Information such as contacts and messages accessed through the App is accessed to provide the corresponding functionality of the App.

We do not sell your personal information.

We also do not share sensitive information such as contact names, phone numbers, or message content with third parties for their own independent purposes.

However, certain technical information may be processed by third-party service providers when required for analytics, advertising, app functionality, security, or other legitimate service purposes.

5. Analytics and Third-Party Services

We may use third-party service providers to help us operate, analyze, and improve our App.

These services may include:

Google Analytics

We may use Google Analytics to understand how users interact with our App and to analyze App usage and performance.

Google's Privacy Policy:
Privacy Policy

Firebase

We may use Firebase services for analytics, diagnostics, app performance monitoring, and other supported App functionality.

Firebase Privacy Policy:
Privacy Policy

Third-party services may process certain technical or usage information according to their own privacy policies.

6. Advertising

We may display advertisements within the App through third-party advertising providers.

These advertising providers may collect or receive certain information about your device, App usage, advertising interactions, or other non-sensitive information to provide, measure, and improve advertising services.

Advertising providers may use technologies such as cookies, identifiers, or similar technologies for advertising and measurement purposes.

We do not provide advertising partners with sensitive information such as your contact names, contact numbers, or message content for advertising purposes.

Google AdMob

We may use Google AdMob to display advertisements and support advertising and remarketing activities.

Google's Privacy Policy:
Privacy Policy

7. Third-Party Service Providers

We may engage third-party companies or individuals to assist us with:

App analytics
Advertising
Performance monitoring
Technical services
Customer support
App functionality

These service providers may have access to information only to the extent necessary to perform services on our behalf and are expected to handle such information in accordance with applicable privacy requirements.

8. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information.

We may disclose information in limited circumstances, including:

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to:

Comply with a legal obligation
Protect or defend our rights or property
Prevent or investigate possible wrongdoing
Protect the safety of users or the public
Protect against legal liability

Service Providers

We may share necessary technical or usage information with trusted service providers that help us operate and improve the App.

These providers are expected to use information only for the services they provide to us.

9. Data Transfer

Your information may be processed or stored on servers or systems located outside your country, state, or other governmental jurisdiction.

Data protection laws in these locations may differ from those in your jurisdiction.

Where required, we take reasonable steps to ensure that information is handled with appropriate security safeguards and in accordance with applicable privacy requirements.

10. Data Retention

We retain information only for as long as reasonably necessary to provide our services, fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

Information stored directly on your device, such as contacts and messages, remains subject to the storage and deletion controls provided by your Android device and the App.

11. Your Choices and Permissions

The App requests permissions only when they are needed for the relevant functionality.

You may:

Grant or deny permissions when requested.
Change previously granted permissions through your device settings.
Disable permissions at any time where supported by Android.

Please note that disabling certain permissions may prevent the corresponding App features from functioning properly.

For example, denying Contacts permission may prevent contact-related features from working, while denying SMS permissions may prevent messaging features from functioning.

12. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including the right to:

Access your personal information
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion of your personal information
Restrict certain processing
Object to certain processing
Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
Request a copy of your personal information
Lodge a complaint with a relevant data protection authority

To exercise applicable privacy rights, you may contact us using the details provided in the Contact Us section.

13. Account and Data Deletion

The App currently does not require users to create an account to use its core functionality.

If you wish to remove information stored locally by the App, you may use the applicable features provided by the App or your Android device, including uninstalling the App where appropriate.

If you have a specific request concerning personal information processed by us, you may contact us at:

Email: sappbuild@gmail.com

14. Links to Other Websites

Our App may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not operated by us.

If you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that third party's website.

We strongly recommend reviewing the privacy policy of every third-party website or service you visit.

We do not control and are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party websites or services.

15. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect information from unauthorized access, use, alteration, or disclosure.

However, no method of electronic storage or transmission over the Internet can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

Therefore, while we strive to use commercially reasonable measures to protect information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

16. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this Privacy Policy.

Where appropriate, we may also notify users through the App or other suitable means.

We encourage you to periodically review this Privacy Policy to remain informed about how we handle information.

17. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Publisher/Company: Studio App Build
Email: sappbuild@gmail.com

We will review and respond to privacy-related requests within a reasonable period and in accordance with applicable laws.

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