Last updated: December 23, 2025
User privacy is the top priority for us. Because of this fact, the App does not implement any kind and mean of sharing user data with third parties and/or any local/remote server. The user data is used only for the favor of the user under his/her consent. This Privacy Policy explains how the App (“the App”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) collects, uses, and protects user information. By using this App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
If our privacy policies are not in agreement with your expectations, please do not use the App.
1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
We do not keep track of any information and data related to you and your activity during the usage of the App and its services. The information and data obtained are only used for the App’s functionality to support the user during emergency situations under user’s consent without recording and/or sharing with a remote/local server. All the information is collected temporarily to support the App’s functionality.
1.1 Personal Information
The App may collect the following non-personally identifiable and personally identifiable information only when required for core functionality:
• User name (optional, provided by the user)
• Emergency contact phone numbers (selected by the user)
1.2 Location Information
The App may access device location (GPS) only when the SOS feature is activated, in order to:
• Determine the user’s approximate or precise location
• Include location information in emergency messages
Location data is not collected or used in the background unless the user explicitly triggers the SOS function.
1.3 Contacts Information
The App may access the user’s contacts list only if the user grants permission, for the purpose of:
• Selecting emergency contacts for SOS alerts
The App does not upload, store, or share the full contacts list.
2. HOW WE USE INFROMATION
The information collected is used only for the following purposes:
• To provide flashlight functionality
• To enable SOS emergency alerts
• To help user sending (SMS) with user-approved content
• To include GPS location in SOS messages
• To store user preferences locally on the device
3. DATA STORAGE and SECURITY
• All user data is stored locally on the device
• The App does not use external servers
• The App does not sell, rent, or share personal data
• We take reasonable steps to protect user data from unauthorized access
4. DATA SHARING
We do not share personal data with third parties. Data may be shared only when explicitly initiated by the user, such as:
• Sending an SOS message via SMS by the user
5. PERMISSIONS EXPLANATION
The App may request the following permissions:
• Camera / Flashlight – to control the device flashlight
• Location – to include GPS coordinates in SOS alerts
• Contacts – to allow selection of emergency contacts
• Internet – to help with location information
• Foreground/Background Service – to keep SOS or flashlight functions active when needed
Permissions are requested only when required and can be revoked at any time through device settings.
6. USER CONTROL and DATA DELETION
Users have full control over their data:
• You can remove stored contacts within the App
• You can revoke permissions at any time
• Uninstalling the App removes all locally stored data
7. AGE SPECIFIC PRIVACY
This App is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
8. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected on this page with an updated revision date.
9. CONTACT INFORMATION
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy and our conformity to the terms of this policy, please contact:
Contact: flashlight.rescue@gmail.com