Callit: Privacy Policy

At Callit we recognize that privacy is significant. This Privacy Policy applies to Callit (Android) under the publisher name of “Apps Specials”. This Privacy Policy explains what personal information we collect, how we use it, what permissions we require, how third parties are involved, and your rights regarding your data. By using CallIt, you agree to the terms of this policy.


1. Information We Collect

Mandatory Information

  • Contacts: Names, phone numbers, and device ID saved in your device’s address book.

  • Device ID: A unique identifier of your device, used to ensure spam reports and suggested names are unique and accurate.

Optional Information

  • Usage Data: Information about how you use the app, such as features accessed and frequency of use.


2. Permissions We Use

To provide core calling and messaging functionalities, CallIt requires the following permissions:

Phone & Calling Features

  • Default Phone Permission – For managing calls through the app.

  • CALL_PHONE – To make phone calls directly from the app.

  • READ_PHONE_STATE – To detect phone state (incoming/outgoing) and show call end screens.

Text Messages (SMS/MMS)

  • Default SMS App Permission – To become your phone's default messaging app.

  • READ_SMS – To read your text messages for displaying them in the app.

  • SEND_SMS – To send text messages through the app.

  • RECEIVE_SMS – To receive and monitor incoming text messages.

  • WRITE_SMS – To save or modify text messages within the app.

  • RECEIVE_MMS – To receive picture/video messages.

  • WRITE_MMS – To save or modify MMS messages and attachments.

Contacts & Call History

  • READ_CONTACTS – To display your contact list inside the app.

  • WRITE_CONTACTS – To add or update contacts from the app.

  • READ_CALL_LOG – To display and manage call logs.

  • WRITE_CALL_LOG – To manage and modify call logs.

Device Features

  • CAMERA – To send MMS and update contact photos.

  • READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE – To attach and send images or files via MMS.

  • WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE – To save received MMS media files.

  • POST_NOTIFICATIONS – To display notifications on your device.

  • SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW – To display pop-up windows over other apps (e.g., call screens).

We request these permissions only for core app functionality (calling, messaging, managing contacts, and call logs). You can manage or revoke these permissions at any time in your device settings.


3. How We Use Your Data

  • Contacts: To display, manage, and update your contacts inside the app.

  • Device ID: To ensure spam reports and suggested names are unique and accurate.

  • SMS/MMS: To send, receive, and manage text and multimedia messages if you set CallIt as your default messaging app.

  • Call Logs: To display recent calls and enable call management features.

  • Usage Data: To improve app performance and user experience.

We do not sell or share sensitive information such as contact names, numbers, or message content with third parties.


4. Analytics and Third-Party Services

We may use third-party service providers to monitor and analyze the use of our Service:

Third-Party Advertisers

  • We may display ads via third-party companies. These may use cookies to show personalized ads, but never receive sensitive data like contact names or numbers.

  • All ad partners comply with data protection laws.

Remarketing Services

  • We may use Google AdMob for advertising and remarketing purposes.


5. Links to Other Sites

Our Service may contain links to third-party sites not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. Please review their privacy policies individually.


6. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. Sensitive data like contacts remain on your device and are not shared with third parties.


7. User Consent

  • The app will request all required permissions at appropriate times.

  • You must grant permission before the app can access data.

  • You can revoke permissions any time from device settings.


8. Children’s Privacy

  • CallIt is not intended for children under 13 years old (or under 16 in EU countries).

  • We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

  • If we discover data collected from a child without consent, we delete it promptly.


9. Data Privacy Compliance – EU, US & Switzerland

For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, Switzerland, and the United States:

  • Your personal data is protected under applicable data protection laws.

  • You have the right to access, correct, or delete your data.

  • We process your data only for disclosed purposes and apply necessary security safeguards.

  • Contact us at appspecials@gmail.com for data-related requests.


10. Account Deletion

Currently, CallIt does not require user accounts. If this changes in the future, users will have the ability to delete their accounts and associated data.


11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any updates will be communicated through the app or an updated effective date.


12. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
📧 Email: appspecials@gmail.com

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