Quick Summary
Massage Controller respects your privacy. We don't require accounts or store personal information. We only collect anonymous usage data and advertising data to improve the app and show relevant ads. No vibration patterns or personal usage data is ever stored or shared.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information We Do NOT Collect
- No personal accounts: We don't require registration or login
- No vibration data: Your usage patterns, intensity settings, and custom patterns are never stored or transmitted
- No personal information: We don't collect names, emails, phone numbers, or addresses
- No location tracking: We don't access or store your precise location
1.2 Information We Do Collect
Analytics Data (via Firebase Analytics)
- App usage statistics (sessions, crashes, performance)
- Device information (model, OS version, app version)
- General location (country/region level only)
- Feature usage (which modes are used, but not specific patterns)
Advertising Data (via Google AdMob)
- Advertising ID for personalized ads
- Ad interaction data (views, clicks)
- Device characteristics for ad optimization
2. How We Use Your Information
2.1 App Improvement
Anonymous analytics help us understand:
- Which features are most popular
- Technical issues and crashes
- App performance optimization
- General usage patterns (not specific to individuals)
2.2 Advertising
We display ads to support free access to the app:
- Ads are served by Google AdMob
- Ad personalization is based on anonymous data
- You can opt out of personalized ads in your device settings
- We don't control ad content but work with reputable ad networks
3. Data Sharing and Third Parties
We work with these trusted third-party services:
3.1 Google Services
- Firebase Analytics: App performance and usage analytics
- Google AdMob: Advertisement serving
- Firebase Crashlytics: Crash reporting and app stability
- Google Play Services: Android app functionality
3.2 Apple Services (iOS only)
- App Store analytics
- iOS system integrations
Each service has its own privacy policy governing how they handle data. We recommend reviewing:
4. Data Retention
- Analytics data: Retained according to Firebase retention policies (typically 26 months)
- Ad data: Managed by Google AdMob according to their policies
- App usage data: We don't store personal usage patterns locally or remotely
- Custom patterns: Stored only on your device, never transmitted to our servers
5. Your Privacy Controls
5.1 Ad Personalization
You can control ad personalization through:
- Android: Settings > Google > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization
- iOS: Settings > Privacy & Security > Apple Advertising > Personalized Ads
- In-app consent: Update your advertising preferences in app settings
5.2 Analytics Opt-out
You can limit analytics collection through your device settings, though this may affect app functionality.
5.3 GDPR Rights (EU Users)
If you're in the European Union, you have the right to:
- Access your data (though we collect minimal personal data)
- Request data deletion
- Opt out of data processing
- Data portability (limited due to minimal data collection)
6. Data Security
We protect your privacy through:
- Minimal data collection: We only collect what's necessary
- Anonymous data: Most data cannot be linked to specific individuals
- Trusted partners: We only work with reputable third-party services
- No sensitive data storage: Personal usage patterns stay on your device
- Industry standard security: All data transmission uses encryption
7. Children's Privacy
This app is intended for users 18 years and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If we become aware that a child under 18 has provided us with personal information, we will delete such information immediately.
8. International Data Transfers
Our third-party services (Google, Apple) may process data internationally. These transfers are governed by:
- Appropriate safeguards and security measures
- Compliance with applicable privacy laws
- Standard contractual clauses where required
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect:
- Changes in our data practices
- Updates to third-party services
- Legal or regulatory requirements
- App feature additions or changes
We will notify users of significant changes through app updates or in-app notifications.
10. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
Our legal basis for processing data:
- Legitimate Interest: App improvement and analytics
- Consent: Personalized advertising (where applicable)
- Performance of Service: Core app functionality
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data:
Email: app.massage.controller@gmail.com
Website: massagecontroller.app
We aim to respond to all privacy inquiries within 30 days.
Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains our commitment to protecting your personal information while providing you with a great app experience.