Privacy Policy for Premium TV Launcher
Effective Date: December 16, 2025
This Privacy Policy describes how “Smartago LLC” (“we,” “us,” or “our”) handles information in connection with your use of the Premium TV Launcher.UI (the “App”).
Your privacy is paramount to us. We are committed to providing a transparent, ad-free, and secure experience, complying with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)/California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA).
1. Information We Collect
We collect information strictly necessary to provide the core functionality of the App: replacing the default home screen, managing installed applications, displaying real-time system status, and storing your personalized settings.
a. Information Stored and Managed (User Settings)
When you customize the App, you provide and we securely store the following data in your private user document within our Firestore database:
- App Preferences: Category names, sorting order, and configuration of the home screen layout.
- Weather Preferences: Your chosen display units (°C or °F) and your manually entered default location (city name and derived latitude/longitude).
- Parental Control Settings: The boolean status (locked/unlocked) and the numerical access code you set.
- Theme Preferences: Settings for visual themes (e.g., text color, background selection).
b. Information Collected Automatically (Technical & Usage Data)
To ensure core functionality and display real-time status, the App accesses system information on-device:
| Data Type | Source/Permission | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Geolocation Data (Approximate) | Derived from IP Address (Internet Access) | Used only to fetch non-personal weather data (temperature, forecast) from the third-party Open-Meteo API. This data is not precise GPS and is not used for tracking. |
| Connected Device Status | Bluetooth/Network Permissions | Used solely to display the real-time battery level (e.g., 0-100%) and name of connected input devices (e.g., gamepads) on the home screen. |
| Usage Data | Google Analytics (with IP Anonymization) | Anonymized, aggregated statistics about feature usage (e.g., how often settings are accessed) to improve app performance and features. |
| Crash Logs & Analytics | Google’s standard crash reporting mechanisms | Anonymized reports to diagnose and fix critical bugs. |
c. App Permissions Required
The Premium TV Launcher.UI requests specific permissions to function as a comprehensive home screen replacement. We are transparent about why each is needed:
- SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW (Display over other apps): This permission is required to ensure the reliable operation of the Auto-Start (Boot) functionality, especially on newer Android versions (Android 12+). It allows the Launcher to properly initialize and display the Home screen interface immediately upon device startup, bypassing background activity restrictions imposed by the operating system.
- QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES (App Inventory): This permission is absolutely necessary for the App to function as a Device Launcher. It allows the App to query, list, and launch all installed applications on your device. This data is processed locally to display your app drawer and is never shared with third parties.
- RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED (Boot Permission): Required to allow the App to automatically start when the device powers on, fulfilling its role as the home screen replacement.
- BLUETOOTH & BLUETOOTH_CONNECT: Required to access the battery status and connection state of Bluetooth gamepads and input devices.
- INTERNET & ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE: Required to fetch weather data and manage user settings via Firestore.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information strictly for the following purposes:
- To Provide Core Launcher Functionality: To display your personalized home screen, launch applications, and manage your custom categories.
- To Display Real-Time Status: To accurately show local weather conditions and the battery status of connected gamepads.
- To Persist Preferences: To save your chosen themes, location, and Parental Control settings securely via Firestore.
- To Ensure System Functionality: To monitor system performance and prevent security threats.
- To Improve and Optimize the App: To understand aggregated user behavior and enhance features.
Crucially, we do not process any user settings or on-device data for marketing, advertising, or profiling. The Premium TV Launcher.UI is an ad-free service.
3. How We Store and Protect Your Information
We implement robust security measures, focusing on the protection of your persistent user settings stored in Firebase.
- Database: User settings, preferences, and parental codes are stored in Google Cloud Firestore.
- Encryption In Transit (SSL/TLS): All data transferred between your devices and our Firestore database is encrypted using industry-standard SSL/TLS.
- Encryption At Rest: Data stored within the Firestore database is managed by Google’s security policies, which include encryption at rest.
- Access Control: Access to your private user document in Firestore is strictly limited to your authenticated user ID (
UID) and is protected by Firebase security rules. - Retention: Persistent user settings (categories, parental code, location) are retained indefinitely until you choose to delete your app data or uninstall the App. Anonymous technical usage data is retained for a limited period for operational purposes.
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, rent, trade, or otherwise disclose your user settings or personally identifiable information to third parties for their marketing or advertising purposes.
- Third-Party Services (Anonymized Data): We share only technical or aggregated, anonymized data with service providers (e.g., Google Analytics, Open-Meteo API) solely for improving our App and service functionality. The Open-Meteo API receives your IP-derived coordinates but does not receive your user identity.
- Legal Compliance: We may disclose information if required by law or legal processes.
5. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location and applicable data protection laws (such as GDPR and CCPA/CPRA), you may have rights regarding your personal information, including the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict the processing of your data.
To exercise any of these rights, including requests for access to or deletion of data associated with your user account, please contact us at support@smartago.net.
6. International Data Transfers
Our servers may be located outside of your country of residence. By using the App, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries that may have different data protection laws than your country. We implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information during such transfers.
7. Children’s Privacy
The App is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website or within the App.
9. Contact Us
Smartago LLC 5305 Limestone Road, Wilmington, DE 19808, United States
Email: info@smartago.net Website: www.smartago.net Phone: +1 864 528 0626
Important Legal Disclaimer: This document is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. You must consult with a qualified legal professional to ensure full compliance with all applicable laws and regulations in your specific jurisdictions.