SafeFiles – Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy applies to the "SafeFiles" mobile application developed by Francesco Maggio.
By using the app, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
Information Collection and Use
SafeFiles is designed to securely store and manage files and personal information locally on your device.
The developer does not directly collect, access, or transmit the personal data or files stored within the app.
Files and information entered into SafeFiles remain stored locally on the user's device unless the user voluntarily enables and uses the cloud synchronization or backup features.
Data Storage and Security
SafeFiles stores protected files locally on the user's device.
Files are encrypted before being stored or synchronized through the app's cloud backup and synchronization features.
The developer does not have access to the user's passwords, encryption keys, or the contents of the encrypted files.
If the user enables Google Drive synchronization or backup, encrypted files may be uploaded to the user's Google Drive account. The files are encrypted by SafeFiles before being uploaded.
Users are responsible for keeping their master password and other authentication credentials secure.
Permissions
The app may request access to:
Camera (CAMERA): used to capture images that can be stored securely within the app.
Microphone (RECORD_AUDIO): used for audio recording features available within the app.
Notifications (POST_NOTIFICATIONS): used to display notifications related to background operations, such as cloud synchronization.
Internet (INTERNET): used for cloud synchronization, backup operations, advertisements, and communication with required online services.
Wake Lock (WAKE_LOCK): used to allow certain background operations, such as file synchronization, to continue while the device screen is off.
Foreground Service – Data Sync (FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC): used to perform file synchronization and backup operations in the background using Android foreground services.
SafeFiles does not request permission to access the user's photos through the Android READ_MEDIA_IMAGES permission.
Cloud Storage and Synchronization
SafeFiles may provide optional cloud backup and synchronization features using Google Drive.
When the user enables and uses these features, encrypted SafeFiles files may be uploaded to the user's Google Drive account.
The developer does not have access to the user's Google Drive files or the encryption keys used to protect SafeFiles data.
The use of Google Drive is subject to Google's own terms and privacy policies.
Third-Party Services
The app may use third-party services that may collect information used to identify or support the operation of the application.
These services may include:
Google Play Services
Google Drive
Google AdMob
Third-party services may process information according to their own privacy policies.
Advertising (AdMob)
This app uses Google AdMob to display advertisements.
AdMob may collect and use information such as:
Advertising identifiers
IP address
Device information
Usage data
Advertising and interaction information
More information:
Google Advertising Privacy & Terms
Log Data
SafeFiles does not intentionally collect personal information through its own servers.
However, third-party services used by the application, including advertising and Google Play services, may collect technical information such as:
IP address
Device information
Operating system version
Application version
Usage and diagnostic information
Such information is processed according to the privacy policies of the respective third-party services.
Cookies
SafeFiles does not use cookies directly.
However, third-party services used by the application, such as Google services and advertising services, may use cookies or similar technologies.
Data Security
SafeFiles uses encryption and other security measures designed to protect the information stored within the application.
However, no method of electronic storage or transmission is completely secure.
Users are responsible for keeping their passwords, recovery information, and device secure.
Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), any processing of personal data by third-party services may be based on:
Your consent, where required
Legitimate interests related to providing and maintaining the application
Compliance with applicable legal obligations
Where applicable, users may manage consent for personalized advertising through the options provided by Google and the application.
Children’s Privacy
SafeFiles is not intended for children under the age of 13.
The developer does not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Links to External Sites
The app may contain links to third-party websites or services.
The developer is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of third-party websites and services.
Users should review the privacy policies of those services separately.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be reflected by updating this Privacy Policy.
Effective date: 2026-09-22
Contact Us
For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Data Controller:
Francesco Maggio