Privacy Policy for Defendo

Last Updated: May 30, 2026

Welcome to Defendo ("we," "our," or "us"). Defendo is a device security, privacy, and optimization application designed to help users analyze device security settings, manage storage, monitor device health, and improve privacy awareness.

By using Defendo, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

Device Information

Defendo may access certain device information necessary to provide app functionality, including:

• Device model
• Android version
• App version
• Storage statistics
• Battery information
• Security settings status
• Installed application information (where required for security analysis)

This information is used solely to provide security analysis, device optimization, and app functionality.

Usage Analytics

We may collect anonymous usage information such as:

• App launches
• Feature usage
• Scan completion events
• Crash reports
• Performance diagnostics

This information helps us improve app performance and user experience.

Subscription Information

If you purchase premium features, payment processing is handled by Google Play. Defendo does not collect or store your payment card information.

2. Information We Do Not Collect

Defendo does not collect:

• Personal messages
• Phone call recordings
• SMS content
• Contacts
• Photos or videos without your action
• Banking information
• Passwords
• Personal documents

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

3. Permissions Used

Storage Access

Used for:

• Storage analysis
• Large file detection
• Duplicate file detection
• Junk cleaning

Network Access

Used for:

• Security checks
• Wi-Fi analysis
• VPN functionality (if enabled)

Accessibility Service (Optional)

If provided by future features such as App Lock, the Accessibility Service is used only for the stated functionality and not for collecting personal information. Accessibility data is never sold, shared, or used for advertising purposes.

Notification Access (Optional)

Used only to support features that require notification monitoring or notification management.

4. Local Processing

Most security analysis is performed directly on your device.

Examples include:

• Permission analysis
• Security scoring
• Storage scanning
• Battery monitoring
• App risk assessment

Where possible, data remains on your device and is not transmitted to external servers.

5. VPN Service

If VPN functionality is enabled:

• Defendo may create a local VPN connection using Android's VpnService API.
• The VPN may be used for network monitoring, privacy analysis, tracker blocking, or DNS protection.
• Defendo does not inspect personal content such as messages, passwords, or banking information.
• Defendo does not sell browsing activity.

6. Third-Party Services

Defendo may use third-party services including:

Google Play Services

Used for app distribution and purchases.

AdMob

Used to display advertisements.

Supabase

Used for application analytics, remote configuration, and subscription management.

These providers may collect information according to their own privacy policies.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures designed to protect information processed by the application. However, no electronic storage or transmission method is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Children's Privacy

Defendo is not intended for children under 13 years of age.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding:

• Access to your data
• Deletion requests
• Withdrawal of consent
• Restriction of processing

Requests may be submitted using the contact information below.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes become effective when posted within the application or on our website. Users are encouraged to review this policy regularly.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Defendo Support
Email: support@defendo.app
Website: https://defendo.app

Google Play Disclosure

Defendo is a device security, privacy, and optimization application. Security insights and recommendations are generated using automated device analysis and rule-based systems. Defendo does not guarantee detection of all security threats, malware, phishing attempts, or vulnerabilities.