Privacy Policy

FallDetect - Fall Detection App
Last updated: December 30, 2024

Overview

FallDetect is a personal safety application designed to detect falls and alert emergency contacts. Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting your personal information.

Key Point: FallDetect does not collect, store, or transmit any personal data to external servers. All data remains locally on your device.

Permissions We Use

FallDetect requires certain permissions to function properly. Here's exactly how each permission is used:

📷 Camera

Used only to activate the camera flashlight as a visual emergency signal when a fall is detected. We do not capture photos or videos.

📍 Location

Used only to include your GPS coordinates in the emergency SMS message sent to your contacts, helping them locate you quickly.

💬 SMS

Used only to send emergency alert messages to your pre-configured emergency contacts when a fall is detected or when you press the SOS button.

📳 Sensors

Used to access the device's accelerometer for fall detection. Sensor data is processed locally and never stored or transmitted.

Data Storage

FallDetect stores the following information locally on your device only:

This data is stored in your device's private app storage and is automatically deleted if you uninstall the app.

Data We Do NOT Collect

Third-Party Services

FallDetect uses Google Play Services for location functionality. Please refer to Google's Privacy Policy for information about how Google handles location data.

No other third-party services are used in this application.

Data Security

Since all data remains on your device, your information is protected by your device's built-in security features, including:

Children's Privacy

FallDetect does not knowingly collect any information from children under 13. The app is designed for adults and elderly users who may be at risk of falls.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or the app's privacy practices, please contact us at:

fenixjzdev@gmail.com