Privacy Policy - Messenger SMS

Welcome to Messenger SMS - MMS Ultra ("we", "our", or "the app"). We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy describes how Messenger SMS - MMS Ultra for Android accesses and uses your information, especially personal and sensitive data, and explains how you can manage app permissions and your privacy choices.

We operate on a strict "local processing only" policy for all personal and sensitive information. Your private data—including phone number, contacts, and all message content—remains on your device and is never uploaded, collected, sold, or used for any purpose other than local app functionality, unless explicitly required by law.

1. What Information Do We Access or Collect?

1.1 No Account Required

You do not need an account to use Messenger SMS - MMS Ultra. We do not collect, store, or require any form of account registration or personal login information.

1.2 Sensitive Permissions & Personal Data

SMS and MMS: The app requests SMS and MMS permissions only to provide core messaging functions. Your message content is processed solely on your device and never uploaded, transmitted, or shared with us or third parties.
Phone Number: The app may access your phone number only to support local features (e.g., activation or message display). This information is never uploaded or shared externally.
Contacts: Accessed only to display contact names and avatars locally in your message list. Contact data stays on your device and is not transmitted or uploaded.
Storage, Camera, Microphone, or Location: (If applicable) Only used for local features such as sending photos, audio, or sharing location in messages. All related data is processed and stored locally; no such data is uploaded or shared.

The app will request these permissions at runtime and will enable features only after you grant permission.

1.3 Non-Personal Information & Analytics

Anonymous App Usage Data: We use Google Analytics for Firebase to collect only anonymous event statistics (e.g., feature usage, crash reports) to improve app performance and stability. No personal or sensitive information—including your phone number, contacts, or messages—is collected or uploaded in analytics.
Device Information: Non-identifiable data such as device model or OS version may be used to ensure compatibility and optimize performance.

2. How Do We Use Your Information?

To provide and maintain the core messaging features of the app.
To diagnose and fix app issues and improve app quality and reliability.
To provide app analytics (see above). No personal or sensitive information is used for analytics.
To deliver personalized advertisements (if enabled and with your consent; see the Ad section if applicable).

3. Sharing of Information

Personal or Sensitive Data: We do not sell, rent, upload, or share your personal or sensitive information (such as phone number, messages, or contacts) with any third party.
Third-Party Services: Messenger SMS - MMS Ultra integrates only essential third-party services for analytics (Google Analytics for Firebase) and (if applicable) advertisements (e.g., AdMob, Facebook Audience Network), which may process only non-personal, anonymized data.
Legal Requirements: We may share information only if required to comply with legal obligations.

4. User Consent and Control

Permission Requests: The app will request access to permissions such as SMS, contacts, etc. only when needed for a local feature. You may grant or deny these permissions.
Permission Management: You can change permissions at any time via your Android device: Settings > Apps > Messenger SMS - MMS Ultra > Permissions.
Ad Personalization: If ads are displayed, you can manage ad preferences in your Google account to control personalized advertising.

5. Data Storage and Security

Local Storage: All SMS, MMS, and contact data are stored solely on your device. We do not store or back up your personal information remotely.
Analytics Data: Only anonymous usage statistics (never messages, phone number, or contacts) may be processed on secure servers within or outside your country, depending on Google’s infrastructure.
Security Practices: We use industry-standard safeguards for all processed data and work with trusted third-party providers.

6. International Data Transfers

Non-personal, anonymized data may be transferred to and processed in regions outside your country of residence, such as the United States or the EU, only as necessary for analytics or advertising described above. Transfers are protected by industry-standard safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCC) where required.

7. Children's Privacy

The app is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect, use, or disclose personal or sensitive data from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal data, please contact us to request deletion.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to: access your data, correct or update it, withdraw consent, request deletion, request data portability, or object to certain processing. Please contact us if you wish to exercise your rights.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Email: linclaire83@gmail.com

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Significant changes will be notified in the app or via other means. Continuing to use Messenger SMS - MMS Ultra after such changes indicates your agreement to the new terms.