Smart Phone Cleaner - Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for Smart Cleaner - Phone Cleaner

Effective Date: December 23, 2025

Welcome to Smart Cleaner � Phone Cleaner, developed by Handy Candy. Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting the personal information you provide while using our app. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information when you use Smart Cleaner � Phone Cleaner, including device data, usage data, permissions, and other related information.

Built the Phone Cleaner as a Free app. This SERVICE is provided by at no cost and is intended for use as is. This page is used to inform visitors regarding our policies with the collection, use, and disclosure of Personal Information if anyone decided to use our Service. If you choose to use our Service, then you agree to the collection and use of information in relation to this policy. The Personal Information that we collect is used for providing and improving the Service. We will not use or share your information with anyone except as described in this Privacy Policy.

Data Collection

Our app does not collect any personal data. However, we use third-party services such as Google AdMob, Google Analytics for Firebase, and Firebase Crashlytics, which may collect non-personal information for analytics, advertising, and crash reporting purposes.

These services may collect the following non-personal data.

1. Google Analytics for Firebase

Data Collected: Device model, OS version, device identifiers, app usage data, crash reports.

Purpose: Monitor app performance, analyze user behaviour, and improve features.

User Control: Users can opt out of Google Analytics through their Google account settings.

2. AdMob (Google Ad Services)

Data Collected: Advertising ID, app usage data, interactions with ads.

Purpose: Deliver relevant ads, measure ad effectiveness, and prevent fraud.

User Control: You can opt out of personalized ads via Google Ads settings.

3. Firebase Crashlytics

Data Collected: Crash logs, device model, OS version, app session data.

Purpose: Identify app crashes, improve stability, and fix bugs.

User Control: Users can disable crash reporting in the app settings (if applicable).

For more details, review the privacy policies of these third-party services:

Google Play Services
AdMob
Google Analytics for Firebase
Firebase Crashlytics

The terms used in this Privacy Policy have the same meanings as in our Terms and Conditions, which are accessible at Phone Cleaner - All in One unless otherwise defined in this Privacy Policy.

Children's Privacy

Smart Cleaner � Phone Cleaner is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect, use, or share any personal information from children under 13 years of age.

If you are a parent or guardian and you believe that your child has provided personal information to us, please contact us immediately. Upon becoming aware that we have collected personal data from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will take steps to remove that information from our servers.

Our app does not target children and does not knowingly display interest-based advertisements to children under 13. We encourage parents and guardians to monitor their children's online activities and to help enforce this policy by instructing their children never to provide personal information through the app.

EU & GDPR Policy

If you are a resident of the European Union (EU) or the European Economic Area (EEA), you are entitled to certain rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Smart Cleaner � Phone Cleaner complies with the GDPR and is committed to protecting your privacy. We process personal data only when there is a lawful basis, including.

Your consent
Performance of the app's core functions
Compliance with legal obligations
Legitimate interests, such as improving app performance and preventing abuse

Your GDPR Rights

As an EU user, you have the right to:

Access the personal data we hold about you
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
Request deletion of your personal data
Restrict or object to certain data processing activities
Request data portability
Withdraw your consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the Contact Us section of this Privacy Policy.

Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed on servers located outside the EU. When such transfers occur, we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with GDPR requirements.

Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services (such as analytics or advertising partners) that process data in accordance with their own privacy policies and GDPR obligations.

Advertising ID & Personalized Ads

Smart Cleaner � Phone Cleaner uses the Advertising ID provided by your device to deliver personalized ads and measure ad performance. This ID is non-personally identifiable, meaning it cannot be directly linked to your real-world identity.

How We Use the Advertising ID

To serve personalized advertisements based on app usage and interests
To measure ad effectiveness and improve ad experiences
To prevent fraud and abuse

User Choices

You can reset your device's Advertising ID at any time via your device settings
You can opt out of personalized ads by enabling the "Limit Ad Tracking" option in your device settings

Third-Party Advertising

We may share anonymized Advertising ID information with third-party ad networks (such as AdMob, Liftoff) for the purposes above. These partners comply with their own privacy policies and Google Play requirements.

Permissions We Require and Their Purpose

To function effectively, the App requests the following permissions.

1. Network & Background

INTERNET � Required to connect to online services, sync data, and load remote content for features like app updates and cloud-based optimizations.

ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE � Checks the current network status to adjust app behavior depending on whether the device is online or offline.

WAKE_LOCK � Keeps the device awake during long-running operations like scanning, cleaning, or optimization tasks, ensuring uninterrupted performance.

2. App Management & Optimization

KILL_BACKGROUND_PROCESSES � Stops unnecessary background apps and processes to improve device performance and free memory.

GET_TASKS � Allows the app to identify running apps or tasks to optimize memory usage and provide cleanup suggestions.

3. Device & System Access

READ_PHONE_STATE � Retrieves basic device information for analytics, diagnostics, and optimization features.

WRITE_SETTINGS (Special Permission) � Lets the app modify system settings (with user approval) to enable advanced optimization features like adjusting display or system performance.

4. Notifications

POST_NOTIFICATIONS � Displays progress updates, alerts, or important notifications related to cleaning and optimization tasks.

5. Media & Storage

ACCESS_MEDIA_LOCATION � Accesses metadata of media files (like location information) to provide accurate media analysis.

READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE (Android 12 and below) � Scans user files to identify junk, duplicates, or files eligible for cleaning.

WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE (Android 10 and below) � Deletes or modifies files based on user-selected cleaning actions.

MANAGE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE (All files access) � Enables scanning, organizing, and cleaning files across device storage, with explicit user consent.

ACTION_OPEN_DOCUMENT_TREE � Allows the user to grant access to specific folders for file management and cleanup operations.

6. App Install / Uninstall

REQUEST_INSTALL_PACKAGES � Enables users to install apps from trusted sources directly through the app.

REQUEST_DELETE_PACKAGES � Allows the app to uninstall apps selected by the user to free space or remove unwanted apps.

7. Contacts (Optional Feature)

READ_CONTACTS � Scans contacts for duplicates, cleanup, or organization purposes.

WRITE_CONTACTS � Updates or removes contacts based on user actions, if the user opts in.

8. Usage & Analytics

PACKAGE_USAGE_STATS (Special Permission) � Analyzes app usage patterns to detect unused apps and suggest storage optimization opportunities.

Logs and Usage Data

Smart Cleaner � Phone Cleaner collects logs and usage data to help improve app performance, diagnose issues, and enhance user experience. The data collected is non-personally identifiable unless you explicitly provide personal information.

Types of Data Collected

Device information: Model, operating system version, hardware specifications, and network type.
App usage patterns: Frequency of app use, features accessed, and interaction with app functions.
Crash and error reports: Details of crashes or malfunctions to help fix issues and optimize performance.
Performance metrics: Speed, memory usage, and storage statistics for optimization purposes.

Purpose of Collection

To analyze app usage and improve features.
To detect and fix errors or crashes.
To optimize device cleaning and performance tasks.
To provide personalized recommendations and better app experience.

User Privacy

Logs and usage data do not include personally identifiable information unless you voluntarily provide it (e.g., email for support).
Data is stored securely and used only for app improvement and analytics.
Users from the EU/EEA have rights under GDPR to request access, correction, or deletion of collected data.

Disclaimer

Smart Cleaner � Phone Cleaner is designed to help users optimize and clean their devices by removing unnecessary files and managing storage. While we strive to ensure that the app functions correctly and safely, we do not guarantee.

That the app will detect or remove all unwanted files or errors
That the app will improve device performance in every case
That the app is compatible with all devices or operating system versions

By using this app, you acknowledge and agree that:

The app is provided "as is" without any warranties or guarantees
We are not responsible for any data loss, device issues, or other damages that may occur from using the app
Users should backup important data before using the app for cleaning or optimization

This disclaimer applies to all users worldwide and complements the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy of the app.

Third-party Partners' Privacy Policy

Here we list the links to the third-party partners' privacy policies. Please note that these policies are governed by third parties and we have no control over them. Check the following links to get details about how user data is collected, used, and shared.

AdMob & Firebase Privacy Policy:
https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=
Facebook Audience Network (Meta) Privacy Policy:
https://www.facebook.com/about/privacy
Vungle (LiftOff Monetize) Privacy Policy:
https://vungle.com/privacy/
Pangle Privacy Policy:
https://ad.oceanengine.com/union/media/privacy
Mintegral Privacy Policy:
https://www.mintegral.com/en/privacy/
Googe Play Console Privacy Policy:
https://policies.google.com/privacy
Google Play Store Privacy Policy:
https://policies.google.com/privacy
Liftoff Privacy Policy:
https://liftoff.io/privacy-policy/