Privacy policy
Messenger: SMS Home Launcher
Messenger: SMS Home Launcher (“the App”), developed by ApporaX IT, respects your privacy and is committed to protecting user data.
This Privacy Policy explains how the App collects, uses, stores, protects, and processes information when you use our services.
1. About the App
Messenger: SMS Home Launcher is designed to function as:
- A default SMS and MMS messaging application
- A customizable Android home launcher experience
The App accesses only the permissions and data required to provide requested core functionality.
2. Permissions We Request and Why
SMS & MMS Permissions
Permissions:
- READ_SMS
- SEND_SMS
- RECEIVE_SMS
- RECEIVE_MMS
- RECEIVE_WAP_PUSH
Purpose:
- Send and receive SMS/MMS messages
- Display conversations and message history
- Notify users about incoming messages
- Enable default messaging functionality
SMS and MMS content is processed locally on the device.
We do NOT upload, store, transmit, sell, or share personal messages on external servers.
Contacts Permission
Permission:
- READ_CONTACTS
Purpose:
- Display contact names and profile information in conversations
- Help users select recipients while messaging
We do NOT upload or share contact information.
Phone Permission
Permission:
- READ_PHONE_STATE
Purpose:
- Detect SIM state and messaging availability
- Improve messaging reliability and app stability
Storage & Media Permissions
Permissions:
- READ_MEDIA_IMAGES
- READ_MEDIA_VIDEO
- READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE (older Android versions)
Purpose:
- Allow users to attach media files in messages
- Save and access shared media content
Notification Permission
Permission:
- POST_NOTIFICATIONS
Purpose:
- Notify users about incoming messages, reminders, and app-related updates
Camera Permission
Permission:
- CAMERA
Purpose:
- Capture images directly within messaging features
3. Information We Collect
We may collect limited technical and diagnostic information, including:
- Device model
- Android OS version
- App version
- Crash reports
- Diagnostic logs
- Anonymous analytics data
This information is used only to:
- Improve app stability
- Fix crashes and bugs
- Improve performance and user experience
4. Advertising and Third-Party Services
The App may use trusted third-party services, including:
These services may collect:
- Advertising identifiers
- Device identifiers
- Usage statistics
- Crash diagnostics
These third-party services process information according to their own privacy policies.
5. Data Sharing
We do NOT:
- Sell user data
- Share SMS or MMS messages
- Share contacts
- Share personal conversations
We only share limited technical information with trusted service providers necessary for analytics, crash reporting, and advertising functionality.
6. Data Storage and Retention
Most app data is stored locally on the user’s device.
Technical analytics or crash data may be retained only for as long as necessary to:
- Maintain service reliability
- Improve app performance
- Prevent abuse and technical issues
7. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to help protect user information.
However, no method of electronic storage or transmission over the Internet is completely secure.
8. User Controls and Choices
Users may:
- Grant or revoke permissions anytime through Android Settings
- Disable specific app features requiring permissions
- Uninstall the App to remove locally stored app data
9. Children’s Privacy
The App is not intended for children under the age of 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised Effective Date.