Privacy Policy

Welcome to Multi-Server Backup Manager. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: Username, password (encrypted), and role (admin/manager/viewer)
• Server Configuration: Server names, IP addresses, backup paths, and schedules
• Backup Data: Backup logs, status information, and historical records

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Device Information: Device type, operating system version, and app version
• Network Information: IP address and network connectivity status
• Usage Data: App usage patterns and feature interactions

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Service Delivery: To provide backup management and monitoring functionality
• Authentication: To verify your identity and manage access control
• Notifications: To send alerts about backup status and failures
• App Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve app performance
• Security: To detect and prevent unauthorized access
• Support: To respond to your inquiries and provide technical assistance

3. Data Storage and Security

3.1 Where Your Data is Stored

• On Your Device: Login credentials and app preferences are stored locally on your device
• On Your Servers: All backup data and server configurations are stored on your own infrastructure
• No Third-Party Storage: We do NOT store your data on any third-party servers or cloud services

3.2 Security Measures

• Encryption: All data transmission uses HTTPS/TLS encryption
• Secure Storage: Credentials are encrypted on your device
• Access Control: Role-based permissions and IP whitelisting
• No Data Sharing: We never share your data with third parties

4. Permissions Required

Our app requires the following Android permissions:

• INTERNET: Required to communicate with your backup servers
  Used for: API calls, backup monitoring, and data synchronization
• ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE: Required to check network connectivity
  Used for: Detecting online/offline status and optimizing network usage
• POST_NOTIFICATIONS (Android 13+): Required to send backup alerts
  Used for: Notifying you about backup failures and important events

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do NOT sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. Your data may only be disclosed in the following circumstances:

• Legal Compliance: If required by law or legal process
• Security: To protect against fraud or security threats
• With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share information

Important: Since all data is stored on your own servers, we have no access to your backup data or server configurations.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your data:

• Access: View all data stored in the app
• Modification: Update your account information and server configurations
• Deletion: Delete your account and all associated data
• Export: Export your configuration data
• Opt-Out: Disable notifications at any time

7. Children's Privacy

Our app is not intended for use by children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

8. Third-Party Services

Our app does NOT use any third-party analytics, advertising, or tracking services. We believe in complete privacy and transparency.

However, the app may connect to:

• Your Own Servers: As configured by you for backup management
• Google Play Services: For app updates and notifications (standard Android functionality)

9. Data Retention

• Local Data: Stored on your device until you uninstall the app or clear app data
• Server Data: Retained according to your own server's retention policies
• Account Deletion: All local data is immediately deleted when you uninstall the app

10. International Data Transfers

Since all data is stored on your own servers, data location is determined by where you host your infrastructure. The app itself does not transfer data across borders.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

• Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Sending an in-app notification (for significant changes)

Your continued use of the app after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

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13. Compliance

This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with:

• GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) - European Union
• CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act) - United States
• Google Play Developer Program Policies
• Android App Privacy Requirements