Privacy Policy.
Dernière mise à jour: 20 février 2026
Mindful Guard is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information in our productivity and focus management application.
1. Data Collection
What We Collect
Mindful Guard operates on a "privacy-first" principle. We collect minimal data necessary for app functionality.
✓ Data Stored Locally
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Timer Settings: Duration, labels, and scheduled times you configure
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App Selection Data: Lists of apps you choose to block during focus sessions
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Usage Preferences: Your notification settings, theme preferences, and accessibility configurations
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Session History: Local records of your focus sessions for personal tracking and analytics
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Background Scheduling: Timer schedules and automation preferences
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App Inventory: Complete list of installed apps with metadata
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Usage Analytics: Local app usage statistics including daily/weekly usage times
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Performance Data: App performance metrics, logs, and optimization data stored temporarily
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Cache Data: App icons, usage statistics cache, and discovery state for improved performance
❌ Data We DO NOT Collect
- /Personal identifying information
- /Usage data sent to external servers
- /Analytics or tracking data
- /Location information
- /Contact information
- /Device identifiers for tracking purposes
- /Any data from blocked applications
2. Accessibility Service Data Usage
Why We Need Accessibility Service Access
Mindful Guard uses Android's Accessibility Service exclusively for app blocking functionality during your focus sessions.
Technical Access
- Window State Changes
- Window Content
- App Interface Elements
Actual Usage
- App Launch Detection
- App Package Identification
- App Blocking Enforcement
- Focus Session Management
No Access Policy
- Personal content within apps
- User input data
- Screen content reading
- Cross-app personal info
- User behavior patterns
Data Handling Principles
3. Permissions Explained
Mindful Guard requests the following permissions for specific functionalities:
Accessibility Service
Block selected apps during focus sessions
Access Type
App launch events only
Usage Logic
Local processing only, no data storage
Notifications
Display focus session status and timer updates
Access Type
One-way push only
Usage Logic
Keep you informed about active sessions
Usage Access
Analyze app usage patterns for intelligent suggestions
Access Type
Usage statistics metadata
Usage Logic
Generate smart recommendations locally
Alarms & Reminders
Schedule precise timer start/stop times
Access Type
System time hooks
Usage Logic
Automated timer scheduling
Network Permissions
Required by development framework
Access Type
Zero actual data transmission
Usage Logic
Framework dependency only
4. Data Storage Architecture
Local Storage Only
✓ All data stays on your device exclusively.
❌ Zero cloud synchronization or server-side backups.
Storage Targets
- • SQLite: mindful_guard_v2.db
- • SharedPreferences: System settings
- • AsyncStorage: UI State cache
Security Layer
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Encryption: Android Keystore backed encryption for sensitive settings.
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Sandboxing: App-specific directories prevent external access.
Retention Logic
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Auto-Purge: Build logs purged every 7 days automatically.
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Total Deletion: All data is wiped on app uninstallation.
5. Privacy Support
Mindful Guard is designed to be self-sovereign. If you have any concerns about our privacy architecture, please reach out.
support@applass.com