1. Information We Collect
Information you provide
- Name (if provided)
- Email address (for support or feedback)
- Messages you send through our support channels
Device information
- Device model
- Android version
- App version
- Language settings
- Time zone
Usage information
PausePal may collect anonymous usage data such as:
- Features used
- App sessions
- Blocking schedules
- Time saved statistics
- Crash reports
- Performance diagnostics
We do not collect the content of your messages, photos, videos, passwords, or personal files.
2. Accessibility Permission
PausePal uses Android Accessibility Services solely to provide its core functionality.
Accessibility permission is used to:
- Detect supported applications
- Block selected distracting feeds such as Reels, Shorts, or similar content
- Display focus reminders or blocking screens
- Apply user-configured blocking rules
PausePal does not use Accessibility Services to:
- Read personal messages
- Record keystrokes
- Capture passwords
- Monitor sensitive personal information
- Collect browsing history outside supported blocking features
Accessibility data remains on your device and is used only to deliver the features you enable.
3. How We Use Your Information
- Provide app functionality
- Improve performance
- Fix bugs
- Analyze anonymous usage trends
- Respond to customer support requests
- Maintain app security
4. Analytics
PausePal may use trusted analytics services to understand app performance and improve user experience.
These services may collect anonymous diagnostic information such as:
- Crash reports
- Device type
- Android version
- Performance metrics
No personally identifiable information is sold to advertisers.
5. Advertising
PausePal may display advertisements in certain versions of the app.
Advertising providers may collect limited device information as permitted by their own privacy policies.
We do not sell your personal information.
6. Data Storage
Most app settings are stored locally on your device.
If cloud backup or account synchronization becomes available in future updates, this Privacy Policy will be updated accordingly.
7. Data Security
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.
However, no method of electronic storage or transmission is completely secure.
8. Children's Privacy
PausePal is not intended for children under the age of 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact us so we can remove it.
9. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to:
- Access your information
- Request correction
- Request deletion
- Withdraw consent where applicable
To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.
10. Third-Party Services
PausePal may integrate third-party services such as:
- Google Play Services
- Google Firebase
- Google Analytics for Firebase
- Google AdMob (if enabled)
- Google Play Billing (if purchases are offered)
These services operate under their own privacy policies.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Changes will be posted on this page with an updated Effective Date.
Continued use of PausePal after updates indicates your acceptance of the revised policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us: