Privacy Policy — Messages
Privacy Policy
Application: Messages: Text SMS
Package name: com.messages.sms.text.messages
Service Provider: Prince Infosys
Effective date: October 10, 2024
1. Information Collection and Use
The Application collects information when you download and use it. Collected information may include (but is not limited to):
- Your device's Internet Protocol address (e.g., IP address)
- Pages/screens of the Application you visit, date/time of visits, and time spent
- Overall time spent using the Application
- The operating system of your mobile device
The Application does not collect precise device location data.
The Service Provider may use the collected information to:
- Contact you with important updates, notices, or promotional information
- Provide and improve the Application and related services
2. Required App Permissions
To provide essential functionality, the Application may request the following permissions:
- READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE & WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE – To save and retrieve media files, MMS attachments, chat backups, images, videos, and audio.
- RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED – To ensure messaging services start automatically after device reboot.
- ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE & INTERNET – To check network availability and enable messaging features.
- READ_PHONE_STATE – To detect SIM changes and enable dual-SIM SMS management.
- READ_CONTACTS – To display contact names and profile images while sending and receiving messages.
- RECEIVE_MMS, RECEIVE_SMS & READ_SMS – To receive and read SMS/MMS messages in the app.
- SEND_SMS – To send SMS messages directly from the app.
- CALL_PHONE – To allow users to make phone calls directly from the messaging interface.
- WAKE_LOCK – To keep the app running while sending/receiving messages.
- VIBRATE – To vibrate your device for notifications.
- SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW – To display overlays or chat heads over other apps.
- CAMERA – To capture photos or videos to send in messages.
- READ_MEDIA_IMAGES, READ_MEDIA_VIDEO, READ_MEDIA_AUDIO – To access images, videos, and audio files stored on your device.
- com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID – Used for personalized ads and analytics.
- SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM & USE_EXACT_ALARM – To set precise reminders and notifications.
3. Third-Party Access & Services
Only aggregated and anonymized data may be transmitted to third-party services to help improve the Application. The Application uses third-party service providers with their own privacy practices, such as:
- Google Play Services
- AdMob
- Google Analytics for Firebase
- Firebase Crashlytics
The Service Provider may disclose information in the following cases:
- As required by law or legal process (e.g., in response to a subpoena)
- When necessary to protect rights, safety, or investigate fraud
- To trusted service providers who operate on behalf of the Service Provider and are contractually required to follow this Privacy Policy
4. Opt-Out & Uninstall
You can stop collection of information by uninstalling the Application using your device's standard uninstall process (via your device settings or the app marketplace).
5. Data Retention
The Service Provider will retain user-provided data for as long as you use the Application and for a reasonable period thereafter. To request deletion of your data, contact the Service Provider via email.
6. Children
The Application is not directed to children under the age of 13. The Service Provider does not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under 13. If discovered, such data will be deleted promptly.
7. Security
The Service Provider implements reasonable physical, electronic, and procedural safeguards to protect information. However, no method of transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. Updated policies will be posted here. Continued use of the Application after changes constitutes acceptance.
9. Your Consent
By using the Application, you consent to the processing of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to request deletion of your data, contact: