Messages policy

1. INTRODUCTION AND SCOPE

This Privacy Policy ("Policy") is issued by SHAMLA FASION APPS ("we," "us," or "our"). It applies to the mobile application Messages : Text Messages SMS ("App") and all related services ("Services").

Our App is designed to provide users with a fast, reliable, and modern SMS messaging experience. The App allows users to send and receive SMS messages, manage conversations, schedule text messages, organize contacts, personalize themes, search messages, and access convenient messaging actions after phone calls. This Privacy Policy explains what information is processed, how permissions are used, and how third-party SDKs support the App.

2. OUR PRIVACY COMMITMENT

  • Your SMS conversations remain stored on your device unless you choose to share or back them up yourself.
  • We do not sell your personal information.
  • We do not upload your SMS messages, MMS messages, contacts, or call information to our servers.
  • We collect only limited technical information required for analytics, notifications, advertising, crash reporting, and application improvement.
  • We are committed to protecting your privacy while providing a secure messaging experience.

3. DATA WE COLLECT

a. Data Stored Locally

The following information is stored locally on your device to provide messaging features:

  • SMS conversations
  • MMS messages
  • Scheduled SMS messages
  • Message drafts
  • Theme preferences
  • Inbox organization settings
  • Blocked conversations
  • Recent messaging history
  • Application settings

We do not upload the contents of your messages or conversations to our servers.

b. Technical & Usage Information

To improve stability and application performance, certain technical information may be collected automatically by trusted service providers.

  • Device model
  • Android version
  • Application version
  • Language settings
  • Performance statistics
  • Crash reports
  • Diagnostic information
  • General application usage information

c. Advertising & Analytics Information

  • Google Advertising ID
  • Firebase Analytics events
  • Anonymous application performance data

4. PURPOSES AND LEGAL BASES FOR DATA PROCESSING

Purpose Data Used Legal Basis
SMS & MMS messaging Messages, recipients, conversation data App functionality
Scheduled messaging Scheduled message information User request
Contact integration Device contacts User permission
Application improvement Usage statistics Legitimate interest
Crash monitoring Diagnostics & crash logs Legitimate interest
Push notifications Device messaging token User consent
Advertising & analytics Advertising identifier Consent where required

5. THIRD-PARTY LIBRARIES & SDKs

Our App integrates trusted third-party libraries and SDKs to provide messaging functionality, analytics, notifications, networking, media handling, crash reporting, and application improvements.

Google Services

  • Firebase Analytics – Application analytics and usage measurement.
  • Firebase Remote Config – Feature configuration.
  • Firebase Cloud Messaging – Push notifications.
  • Firebase Crashlytics – Crash reporting and diagnostics.
  • Google Play Services – Device compatibility and platform support.

Google Privacy Policy
https://policies.google.com/privacy

Networking & Communication Libraries

  • Android Async
  • Ion
  • Volley
  • OkHttp
  • Apache HttpClient / HttpCore

Messaging & Contacts Libraries

  • Mobile Contacts Library
  • EZ-VCard
  • Android Chips
  • LibPhoneNumber
  • Emoji Java

User Interface Libraries

  • Lottie Animations
  • Facebook Shimmer
  • Circle Progress
  • Floating Action Button
  • ShortcutBadger
  • Compose UI

Application Libraries

  • WorkManager
  • RxJava
  • Timber
  • AndroidX Libraries
  • Multidex

These SDKs may collect limited technical information according to their respective privacy policies. We recommend reviewing their individual privacy policies for additional details.

6. APP PERMISSIONS AND PURPOSES

Permission Purpose
READ_SMS Display existing SMS conversations and organize your inbox.
SEND_SMS Send SMS messages selected by the user.
WRITE_SMS Store and manage SMS messages when the App is configured as the default SMS application.
RECEIVE_SMS Receive incoming SMS messages.
RECEIVE_MMS Receive MMS messages.
RECEIVE_WAP_PUSH Receive MMS push messages.
READ_CONTACTS Display contact names while composing or viewing conversations.
CALL_PHONE Initiate phone calls directly from conversations when requested by the user.
READ_PHONE_STATE Support after-call messaging shortcuts and call-related features.
SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM Deliver scheduled SMS messages at the selected time.
POST_NOTIFICATIONS Display message notifications and reminders.
CAMERA Capture images for MMS attachments when selected by the user.
READ_MEDIA_IMAGES / VIDEO / AUDIO Select media files to attach to messages.
READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE / WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE Access and manage media attachments on supported Android versions.
ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE / INTERNET Support analytics, notifications, and online services.
ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION Allow location sharing in messages only when initiated by the user.
SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW Support optional quick reply and after-call messaging features.
RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED Restore scheduled messages and background services after device restart.
VIBRATE Provide haptic feedback for notifications.

7. DATA SECURITY & RETENTION

  • Your SMS messages, MMS messages, contacts, and conversations remain stored locally on your device unless you explicitly export or share them.
  • We do not maintain copies of your personal conversations on our servers.
  • Crash reports and anonymous analytics collected by trusted third-party providers are retained according to their respective privacy policies.
  • We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards designed to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
  • Although we strive to protect your information, no electronic transmission or storage method can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

8. ADVERTISING DISCLAIMER

Our App may display advertisements provided by trusted third-party advertising and analytics partners. While we carefully select our partners, we do not directly control the specific advertisements that may appear within the App.

Our primary advertising and analytics partners include:

  • Google (AdMob & Firebase)
  • Meta (Facebook Audience Network)
  • AppLovin
  • Mintegral
  • Pangle

We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies of these providers before interacting with advertisements displayed within the App.

While we enforce strict guidelines with our advertising partners, we do not directly control the content of third-party advertisements. As the publisher of the App, we do not endorse or assume responsibility for:

  • The accuracy, legality, or legitimacy of advertisements served by third-party advertising networks.
  • External websites opened from advertisements.
  • Direct download links, including APK files or software provided through advertisements.
  • Any software or services installed or accessed after interacting with third-party advertisements.

9. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

Some trusted third-party service providers used by the App, including analytics, notifications, crash reporting, and advertising providers, may process limited technical information on servers located outside your country of residence.

Where applicable, these providers implement appropriate safeguards to protect personal information in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

10. YOUR RIGHTS & CHOICES

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain privacy rights regarding information processed by the App.

  • You may grant or revoke Android permissions at any time through your device settings.
  • You may choose not to set the App as your default SMS application.
  • You may reset or limit your Advertising ID through Android privacy settings.
  • You may disable notifications through Android system settings.
  • You may delete application data or uninstall the App at any time.
  • You may choose whether to share contacts, media attachments, or location information within messages.

11. JURISDICTION-SPECIFIC PROVISIONS

European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom & Switzerland

Where applicable under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you may have the right to:

  • Access personal information.
  • Request correction of inaccurate information.
  • Request deletion of personal information where legally applicable.
  • Restrict or object to certain processing activities.
  • Receive a copy of applicable personal information.

California Residents (CCPA / CPRA)

Where applicable, California residents may have the right to:

  • Know what categories of personal information are collected.
  • Request deletion of applicable personal information.
  • Request correction of inaccurate information.
  • Exercise privacy rights without unlawful discrimination.

12. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

The App is not intended for children under the age of 13, or under the minimum legal age required in your jurisdiction.

We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children. If we become aware that personal information has been collected from a child in violation of applicable law, appropriate steps will be taken to remove such information.

13. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements, application functionality, third-party services, or business practices.

Any updates will become effective immediately after the revised Privacy Policy is published within the App, on our website, or through the Google Play Store listing. We encourage users to review this Privacy Policy periodically to remain informed about how their information is handled.

14. CONTACT INFORMATION

If you have any questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Developer: SHAMLA FASION APPS
Email: shamla.consoleteam@gmail.com

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