Privacy Policy

Messages - Text SMS Message (“we,” “our,” or “the App”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how it is used, and your rights when using our app. By using our app, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.


1. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide and improve the app’s features, including messaging, after-call services, media sharing, and notifications. The types of data we may collect include:

a) Personal Data

  • Contact information: Contacts stored on your device to enable sending messages and making calls.

  • Phone number: To identify you for messaging and calling features.

  • Email address: Optional, if provided for support or backup purposes.

b) Messages

  • SMS and MMS messages sent or received via the app for functionality like message storage, sending, and after-call features.

c) Device & Usage Data

  • Device model, operating system, language, and unique device identifiers.

  • App usage data, session logs, interactions with app features, and statistics.

d) Media & Storage

  • Access to images, videos, and files on your device to allow sending attachments and using the camera for messages.

e) Location Data

  • Approximate or precise location if location-based features are enabled (optional).

f) Cookies and Tracking

  • Use of cookies or similar technologies for app analytics, performance monitoring, and service improvements.


2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  1. Enable sending and receiving SMS and MMS messages.

  2. Provide after-call features such as quick messaging or call summaries.

  3. Access and attach media from your device (images, videos, files).

  4. Display notifications for messages, MMS, or calls.

  5. Provide a personalized and improved user experience.

  6. Analyze app usage and performance for app improvements.

  7. Prevent and detect technical issues or misuse of the service.


3. App Permissions

  1. READ_SMS – Read incoming SMS messages.

  2. SEND_SMS – Send SMS messages from the app.

  3. WRITE_SMS – Store SMS messages on the device.

  4. RECEIVE_SMS – Detect incoming SMS messages.

  5. RECEIVE_MMS – Detect incoming MMS messages.

  6. READ_PHONE_STATE – Access phone status for after-call features.

  7. READ_CONTACTS – Access contacts to select recipients for messages and calls.

  8. CAMERA – Capture photos to attach in messages.

  9. READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE – Access device storage to select images, videos, or files.

  10. READ_MEDIA_IMAGES – Access images on the device for messaging.

  11. READ_MEDIA_VIDEO – Access videos on the device for messaging.

  12. POST_NOTIFICATIONS – Show notifications for messages, MMS, and calls.

  13. SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM – Schedule alarms for reminders or timed features.

  14. FOREGROUND_SERVICE – Run essential services while the app is in the foreground.

  15. FOREGROUND_SERVICE_PHONE_CALL – Run services related to phone call monitoring.

  16. FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE – Special foreground services required by Android.

  17. ACTION_MANAGE_OVERLAY_PERMISSION – Display overlays within the app for features like after-call popups.

Sensitive Permissions
Certain permissions, like camera or storage, are used strictly for app functionality and media management. We do not access files unrelated to app features.


4. Data Sharing and Transfers

  • We do not sell or trade your personal data.

  • Data may be processed or stored outside your country (e.g., in the United States) for app functionality or analytics. We ensure adequate safeguards are in place for data security.

  • Third-party service providers may have limited access to perform services on our behalf, and they are bound to strict confidentiality agreements.


5. Security of Data

We implement industry-standard measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of electronic storage or transmission is 100% secure.


6. Analytics & Advertising

We may use third-party services such as Google Analytics or Firebase for usage analysis. These tools help us understand how users interact with the app, but they do not share personally identifiable information without consent.

We may display advertisements through third-party ad networks (e.g., Google AdMob), which may use non-identifiable usage data for targeted ads.


7. Children’s Privacy

Our app is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we discover such data, we will delete it promptly.


8. Links to Other Sites

Our app may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these sites. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of any external sites they visit.


9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted in the app with a new effective date. Users are advised to review the policy regularly.


10. Contact Us

For questions regarding this Privacy Policy:
Email: android-app@picsden.com

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