Introduction
Welcome to SecureKey ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you use our password manager application ("App").
By using SecureKey, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
Information We Collect
1. Data Stored Locally on Your Device
SecureKey stores all your sensitive data locally on your device only. This includes:
- Account credentials (usernames, passwords, PINs)
- Personal notes associated with your saved entries
- App preferences and settings
- Biometric authentication preferences
Important: Your passwords and sensitive data are encrypted and stored only on your device. We do NOT have access to your passwords, and they are never transmitted to our servers.
2. Data Collected Through Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services that may collect certain information:
Firebase Crashlytics (Google)
- Purpose: To identify and fix app crashes and improve stability
- Data Collected: Device information, crash logs, anonymous usage statistics
- Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy
Google AdMob
- Purpose: To display optional advertisements when you choose to support us
- Data Collected: Device advertising ID, anonymized IP address, ad interaction data
- Note: You control when to view ads; they are not mandatory
- Privacy Policy: Google Ads Privacy Policy
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- To provide the App's core functionality - storing and managing your passwords securely on your device
- To improve app stability - identifying and fixing crashes through Crashlytics
- To display advertisements - only when you voluntarily choose to view them
- To respond to feedback - when you contact us through the feedback feature
Data Security
We take your data security seriously:
- Local Encryption: All sensitive data is encrypted using industry-standard encryption before being stored on your device
- No Server Storage: Your passwords are NEVER stored on our servers or transmitted over the internet
- Biometric Protection: Optional fingerprint/face authentication adds an extra layer of security
- No Third-Party Access: We do not sell, trade, or share your personal data with third parties
Your Rights and Choices
Data Control
- View all data stored in the app at any time
- Edit or delete any saved passwords or entries
- Export your data using the backup feature
- Delete all data by uninstalling the app
Advertising Choices
- Ads are completely optional
- You choose when to view ads to support development
- No mandatory advertisements interrupt your experience
Children's Privacy
SecureKey is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.
Data Retention
- Local Data: Stored on your device until you delete it or uninstall the app
- Crash Reports: Retained by Firebase for up to 90 days
- Ad Data: Managed by Google according to their retention policies
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy and displaying a notice within the app for significant changes.
Data Summary
| Data Type |
Stored Where |
Who Has Access |
| Passwords & Credentials |
Your device only |
Only you |
| App Preferences |
Your device only |
Only you |
| Crash Reports |
Firebase (Google) |
Anonymous, no personal data |
| Ad Interactions |
Google AdMob |
Anonymized |
Your passwords are YOUR passwords. We cannot see, access, or recover them.