Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

VibeMassage is designed with privacy-first architecture. We collect only the data you explicitly provide and store it exclusively on your device:

1. Custom Presets: Your personalized massage configurations (vibration intensity, duration, selected sounds) - stored locally only
2. User Preferences: App theme selection, sound preferences, and interface customization - stored locally only
3. Session History: Optional local records of your massage sessions (if you choose to enable this feature)

We do NOT collect:

• Personal identification information (name, email, phone number)
• Location data
• Device information or hardware identifiers
• Analytics or usage tracking data
• Any form of behavioral or activity monitoring

2. How We Use Your Information

All data collected is used exclusively for providing you the app's functionality:

1. Your custom presets are used to remember your preferred massage settings
2. Your preferences ensure the app operates according to your choices
3. Session history (if enabled) helps you track your wellness activities

We do NOT use your data for:

• Marketing or advertising purposes
• Selling or sharing with third parties
• Creating user profiles or targeting
• Building behavior models or analytics

3. Data Storage and Security

All your data stays on your device. VibeMassage does not transmit, upload, or synchronize any data to external servers:

1. Android Secure Storage: Uses Android's built-in encryption (File-Based Encryption on Android 7.0+)
2. No Cloud Sync: Zero cloud infrastructure - your data never leaves your device
3. No Backup to Cloud: Data is not included in Google cloud backups unless explicitly configured by you at device level
4. Device Lock Protection: If your device is locked, your data remains encrypted and protected

4. Data Sharing and Third Parties

VibeMassage does not share your data with any third parties:

1. No Third-Party Analytics: We use no analytics platforms (Google Analytics, Firebase, Mixpanel, etc.)
2. No Advertising Networks: Zero advertisement integration - the app contains no ads
3. No Social Media Integration: We don't integrate with or share data to social platforms
4. No Tracking Libraries: No third-party SDKs for tracking, profiling, or data collection
5. No Data Brokers: Your information is never sold, rented, or provided to data brokers

5. Permissions Explained

VibeMassage requests only the permissions necessary for its core functionality:

1. VIBRATE Permission: Required to control your device's vibration motor for massage therapy functionality
2. WAKE_LOCK Permission: Allows the app to keep the device awake during active massage sessions
3. FOREGROUND_SERVICE Permission: Enables the app to run massage sessions in the background with a persistent notification

Permissions NOT requested: Camera, Microphone, Location, Contacts, Calendar, File Access (beyond app-specific data)

6. Children's Privacy

VibeMassage is suitable for ages 13+. In compliance with COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act) and GDPR:

1. No Child-Specific Data Collection: We don't collect data specifically from children under 13
2. Parental Guidance: For users 13-17, parental guidance is recommended for appropriate use
3. No Targeted Content: No age-targeted advertising or content
4. Transparent Terms: Clear, understandable privacy practices accessible to all users

7. Your Privacy Rights

As VibeMassage operates with local-only data storage, you have complete control:

1. Right to Access: All your data is stored on your device - you have direct access
2. Right to Delete: Uninstall the app to permanently delete all associated data
3. Right to Portability: Export your custom presets (functionality available in app settings)
4. Right to Withdraw Consent: Stop using the app anytime with no data collection continued
5. No Forced Consent: No tracking pixels, required analytics, or forced data collection

8. International Compliance

VibeMassage complies with international privacy regulations:

1. GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation): Compliant with EU privacy standards for all users
2. CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act): Provides California residents with transparency and control
3. LGPD (Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados): Compliant with Brazilian privacy law
4. India Privacy Standards: Adheres to Indian data protection best practices

9. Technical Architecture Details

For technically-minded users, here's how we maintain privacy:

1. Single-Activity Architecture: Modern Android app design using Jetpack components
2. No Network Requests: App makes zero external network calls (verified by network monitoring)
3. Open-Source Transparency: Core libraries are open-source and independently auditable
4. Material Design 3: Modern UI framework with no tracking components

10. Policy Updates and Changes

If we update this privacy policy:

1. We will update the "Last Updated" date on this page
2. Material changes will be communicated via app notification before implementation
3. Continued use of the app after policy changes constitutes acceptance
4. We will maintain previous policy versions for reference

11. Contact and Support

For any privacy-related questions or concerns:

1. Email: privacy@vibemassage.app
2. Support Channel: In-app help and support menu
3. Response Time: We respond to privacy inquiries within 48 hours

Last Updated: January 2026
Effective Date: January 2026
Next Review: Quarterly or upon significant app updates