PRIVACY POLICY

 Welcome to CCTV Camera Recorder (“us”, “we”, or “our”), a mobile application available on Android that lets you record and review video footage on your device, and includes an AfterCall Feature that displays a summary screen after each phone call.

This page informs you of our policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of Personal Information when you use our App. By downloading or using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

1. Information Collection and Use

We collect only the data necessary to provide and enhance the App’s functionality:

• Video Files & Thumbnails: Stored locally to let you view and manage your recordings within the App—no uploads to our servers 

• AfterCall Metadata: Phone call states (incoming/outgoing), timestamps, and minimal metadata needed to trigger and display the AfterCall summary screen immediately after each call

• Device & Usage Information: Device model, OS version, unique device identifiers, and anonymized crash/usage reports to improve stability and performance 

2. Data Storage and Security

• Local Storage Only: All recordings and metadata remain on your device. Uninstalling the App removes all associated files.

• Encryption: Sensitive metadata and cached thumbnails are encrypted at rest using industry‑standard AES encryption—minimizing unauthorized access 

• No Backend Servers: We do not collect or store your raw video or personal data on any external servers unless you explicitly export a file via sharing features.
  
  Data Retention and Deletion

• We only keep your data for as long as it's needed to provide the app's services. Once the data is no longer required, we either delete it or anonymize it so it can't be linked back to you.

• All the app data is stored directly on your device. If you uninstall the app, all the data stored locally on your phone or tablet will be removed automatically.

• Please note, any data collected by third-party services used within the app will follow their own data retention policies. You can check their policies for more details on how they manage your data.

• We aim to protect your information and only retain what's necessary to make sure the app works as it should.

3. Permissions We Use and Why

CAMERA & RECORD_AUDIO:Capture synchronized video and audio footage for your recordings.

READ/WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE:Save and load video files and thumbnails on your device’s storage.

SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW (Overlay):Allow the AfterCall overlay to appear on top of your dialer immediately after a call.

POST_NOTIFICATIONS:Send reminders about scheduled recordings or highlight newly captured footage.

READ_PHONE_STATE & CALL_PHONE: Detect call start/end events to trigger the AfterCall summary screen.

ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE:(Optional) Check connectivity when you choose to back up or export recordings.

• Google Ads: We use Google AdMob to display ads in the App. AdMob may collect data to serve personalized ads, including device identifiers, usage data, and location (if permitted). You may adjust your ad preferences in the device settings.

• Firebase Analytics and crashlytics : We use Firebase to collect unidentified app usage data, such as feature engagement and crash reports, to improve the App's performance. This data does not personally identify you. ("com.google.firebase:firebase-analytics") and  ("com.google.firebase:firebase-crashlytics")

All permissions are requested at runtime; denying them may limit certain features. 

4. Data Retention and Deletion

• On‑Device Retention: Data stays as long as you keep the App installed.
  
  

• Auto‑Delete Option: You can enable automatic cleanup of recordings older than a set period (e.g., 30 days).
  
  

• Manual Deletion: Use the “Clear Data” option in Settings to remove all videos and metadata at any time
  
  

5. Third‑Party Privacy Policies

• Detailed Information on the Processing of Your Personal Data

Service Providers have access to Your Personal Data only to perform their tasks on Our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.

• Analytics

• We may use third-party Service providers to monitor and analyze the use of our Service.

• Google Analytics

• Google Analytics is a web analytics service offered by Google that tracks and reports website traffic. Google uses the data collected to track and monitor the use of our Service. This data is shared with other Google services. Google may use the collected data to contextualise and personalise the ads of its own advertising network.

• You may opt-out of certain Google Analytics features through your mobile device settings, such as your device advertising settings or by following the instructions provided by Google in their Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en

• For more information on the privacy practices of Google, please visit the Google Privacy & Terms web page: https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en

• Advertising

• We may use Service providers to show advertisements to You to help support and maintain Our Service.

• Google AdSense & DoubleClick Cookie

• Google, as a third party vendor, uses cookies to serve ads on our Service. Google's use of the DoubleClick cookie enables it and its partners to serve ads to our users based on their visit to our Service or other websites on the Internet.

• You may opt out of the use of the DoubleClick Cookie for interest-based advertising by visiting the Google Ads Settings web page: http://www.google.com/ads/preferences/

• AdMob by Google

• AdMob by Google is provided by Google Inc.

• You can opt-out from the AdMob by Google service by following the instructions described by Google: https://support.google.com/ads/answer/2662922?hl=en

• For more information on how Google uses the collected information, please visit the "How Google uses data when you use our partners' sites or app" page: https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites or visit the Privacy Policy of Google: https://policies.google.com/privacy

• Behavioral Remarketing

• The Company uses remarketing services to advertise on third party websites to You after You visited our Service. We and Our third-party vendors use cookies to inform, optimize and serve ads based on Your past visits to our Service.

• Google Ads (AdWords)

• Google Ads (AdWords) remarketing service is provided by Google Inc.

• You can opt-out of Google Analytics for Display Advertising and customise the Google Display Network ads by visiting the Google Ads Settings page: http://www.google.com/settings/ads

• Google also recommends installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on - https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout - for your web browser. Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on provides visitors with the ability to prevent their data from being collected and used by Google Analytics.

• For more information on the privacy practices of Google, please visit the Google Privacy & Terms web page: https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en

• Facebook

• Facebook remarketing service is provided by Facebook Inc.

• You can learn more about interest-based advertising from Facebook by visiting this page: https://www.facebook.com/help/164968693837950

• To opt-out from Facebook's interest-based ads, follow these instructions from Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/help/568137493302217

• Facebook adheres to the Self-Regulatory Principles for Online Behavioural Advertising established by the Digital Advertising Alliance. You can also opt-out from Facebook and other participating companies through the Digital Advertising Alliance in the USA http://www.aboutads.info/choices/, the Digital Advertising Alliance of Canada in Canada http://youradchoices.ca/ or the European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance in Europe http://www.youronlinechoices.eu/, or opt-out using your mobile device settings.

• For more information on the privacy practices of Facebook, please visit Facebook's Data Policy: https://www.facebook.com/privacy/explanation

6. Cookies

This App does not use cookies. Third‑party services you may choose to share data with (e.g., social media platforms) may use cookies according to their own policies.

7. Detailed Information on Your Rights

7.1 GDPR (EU Residents)

Under the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation, you have:

1. Right to Be Informed
   
   

2. Right of Access
   
   

3. Right to Rectification
   
   

4. Right to Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”)
   
   

5. Right to Restrict Processing
   
   

6. Right to Data Portability
   
   

7. Right to Object
   
   

8. Rights related to Automated Decision Making & Profiling
   
   

7.2 CCPA (California Residents)

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act, you have:

• Right to Know what personal data is collected.
  
  

• Right to Delete your personal data.
  
  

• Right to Opt‑Out of the sale of your personal data.
  
  

• Right to Non‑Discrimination for exercising your rights
  
  

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at the address below.

8. Protection from Malware and Network Misuse

We follow best practices to ensure the App is free from malicious code and does not engage in unauthorized network activities. Always download from the Google Play Store to minimize risks.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our App is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If you believe a child has provided personal data, contact us to have it removed immediately.

10. Links to Other Websites

If you follow links to external sites, this policy no longer applies. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third‑party services you visit.

11. Compliance with Legal Obligations

We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests (e.g., court orders), ensuring we share only what is strictly necessary.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in the App or legal requirements. We will notify users by updating the “Last updated” date above and, when feasible, via an in‑App notice.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please reach out:

• Email: msavaliya2610@gmail.com

• Developer Name : SAVALIYA INFOTECH

• App listing: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.hiddenrecoder.cctvcamerarecoder
  
  
  

We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your data. Should you have any concerns about how your information is handled, or if you'd like more details about the privacy measures we take, please let us know. We’re always available to help and provide answers to any questions you might have!

Thank you for trusting CCTV Camera Recorder with your privacy.