PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: 15 September 2026

Developer: Sonydroids
Contact Email: sdriod55@gmail.com

1. Introduction

Welcome to Background Video Recorder ("App"), operated by Sonydroids ("Company", "we", "us", or "our").

We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your information. This Privacy Policy explains what information may be collected when you use the App, how that information is used, how it may be shared, and the choices available to you.

The App is designed to allow users to record videos using their device camera, including supported background or minimized recording functionality, capture audio when enabled, and save recorded videos for personal use.

By downloading, installing, accessing, or using the App, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

If you do not agree with any part of this Privacy Policy, please discontinue use of the App.

2. About the App

Background Video Recorder may provide features including:

Background video recording
Camera video recording
Front and rear camera recording
Video recording while the App is minimized, where supported
Screen-off recording, where supported by the device and Android version
Microphone/audio recording
Video recording controls
Video quality and resolution settings
Video recording duration settings
Camera switching
Video playback and management
Recorded video preview
Saving recorded videos to device storage
Sharing recorded videos
Recording notifications and controls
Floating recording controls, where enabled

The exact features available may vary depending on your Android version, device manufacturer, camera hardware, system restrictions, and device capabilities.

3. Information We Collect

3.1 Information Collected Automatically

When you use the App, certain technical and diagnostic information may be collected automatically by us or our third-party service providers.

This may include:

Device Information

Device manufacturer
Device model
Android version
App version
Device language
Screen resolution
Device configuration
Time zone
Device identifiers where permitted

Network Information

IP address
Country or region
Internet connection type
Mobile network information

Usage Information

Features used
Screens or sections viewed
App interactions
Session information
Recording-related settings
App performance information

Diagnostic Information

Crash reports
Error logs
Performance information
Technical diagnostics

This information may be used to improve App stability, performance, security, and user experience.

4. Camera Recording and Recorded Videos

The App allows you to record videos using your device's camera when you choose to use the recording feature.

Camera recordings are created at your request and are generally stored locally on your device.

We do not intentionally upload your recorded videos to our servers unless a specific feature clearly informs you that the content is being uploaded or processed online.

Recorded videos may contain people, surroundings, conversations, documents, private areas, or other personal information captured by your camera. You are responsible for ensuring that you have appropriate permission to record people or locations and to use or share any recorded content.

The App does not intentionally access or record camera content without the permissions and actions required by Android.

5. Background Video Recording

Where supported, the App may continue video recording while the App is minimized or while you use other functions of your device.

Background recording may require Android foreground-service functionality and may display a persistent notification or other system indicator while recording is active.

Background recording is initiated by your action and requires the permissions and system controls applicable to your Android version.

The App does not intentionally start camera recording without the required permissions and user action.

Android system restrictions, device manufacturers, battery-management settings, and operating-system versions may affect background recording functionality.

You can stop recording using the controls provided by the App or Android.

6. Microphone and Audio Recording

If you enable audio or microphone recording, the App may request access to your device microphone.

Microphone access may be used to:

Record audio together with video
Record your voice
Capture surrounding audio during an enabled recording
Provide audio-enabled video recordings

Microphone access is used only when the relevant audio recording feature is enabled or requested by you.

The App does not intentionally use your microphone to continuously record audio when you are not using an audio recording feature.

Recorded audio is generally stored together with the corresponding video locally on your device unless a specific feature clearly informs you that the content is being uploaded or processed online.

7. Camera Access

To provide video recording functionality, the App requires access to your device camera.

Camera access may be used to:

Capture video
Record using the front camera
Record using the rear camera
Support background video recording where available
Provide camera-related recording features

You control whether camera permission is granted through Android.

The App does not intentionally capture camera content without the required Android permission.

You can revoke camera permission through your Android device settings. Disabling camera permission may prevent video recording features from functioning.

8. Information You Provide

We may receive information that you voluntarily provide when you:

Contact customer support
Send feedback
Report bugs
Communicate with us by email

This may include:

Email address
Name, if voluntarily provided
Message contents
Attachments
Screenshots or other information you choose to provide

We use this information to respond to your requests, provide support, and improve the App.

9. Files and Media

The App may allow you to view, manage, save, or share videos created by you.

Videos created by the App are generally stored locally on your device.

If the App requests access to photos or videos, such access is used to provide relevant file-management, media-selection, or sharing functionality.

Where supported by Android, the App may use Android's system photo picker or other system-provided file-selection mechanisms.

We do not intentionally upload your personal photos, videos, or recordings to our servers unless a specific feature clearly informs you that an upload is taking place.

10. How We Use Information

Information collected may be used to:

Provide video recording functionality
Provide background recording functionality
Provide camera and microphone features
Save and manage recorded videos
Improve App functionality
Improve performance and reliability
Analyze feature usage
Diagnose crashes and technical problems
Prevent abuse and fraud
Maintain security
Display advertisements
Measure advertising performance
Provide customer support
Comply with applicable laws and legal requirements

We do not sell personal information.

11. Advertising

To support the development and maintenance of the App, advertisements may be displayed.

Advertising partners may include:

Google AdMob
Pangle
Liftoff Monetize
InMobi

Advertising providers may collect information such as:

Advertising identifiers
Device information
Approximate location derived from IP address
Advertisement interactions
Performance information

Advertising technologies may be used to:

Display advertisements
Measure advertising performance
Prevent fraudulent activity
Improve advertising services

You may reset or limit your advertising identifier through your Android device settings.

12. Analytics and Diagnostics

The App may use analytics and diagnostic services to understand how users interact with the App and to identify technical problems.

These services may collect:

Device information
App version
Usage statistics
Session information
Crash reports
Performance data
Technical diagnostics

This information helps us improve stability, functionality, and overall user experience.

13. Permissions Used

The App requests permissions only when they are necessary for specific features.

CAMERA

This permission is required to capture video using your device camera.

Camera access is used when you start or use a video recording feature.

RECORD_AUDIO

This permission may be required when you choose to record microphone audio together with video.

Microphone access is used only for audio recording features that you enable.

POST_NOTIFICATIONS

This permission may be used to display recording-related notifications, such as:

Recording in progress
Recording status
Recording controls
Recording completed

You can manage notification permission through your Android device settings.

FOREGROUND_SERVICE

The App may use a foreground service to maintain an active recording session while the App is minimized or while you use other parts of your device.

A visible Android notification may be displayed while the recording service is running.

FOREGROUND_SERVICE_CAMERA

Where required by the Android version and implementation, this permission may be used for a foreground service responsible for camera-based recording.

The service supports an active camera recording session when you have granted the required Android permissions and initiated recording.

READ_MEDIA_VIDEO

If applicable, this permission may be used to allow the App to access supported videos for media management, selection, playback, or sharing features.

Where possible and appropriate, the App may use Android's system photo picker instead of requesting broad media access.

READ_MEDIA_IMAGES

If applicable, this permission may be used for relevant media-management or selection functionality.

Where supported, the App may use Android's system photo picker or other system-provided selection mechanisms.

14. Data Retention

Information is retained only for as long as reasonably necessary to:

Provide App functionality
Provide customer support
Improve services
Diagnose technical problems
Prevent abuse and fraud
Maintain security
Comply with legal obligations

Videos and audio recordings created by you are generally stored locally on your device and remain under your control.

Third-party service providers may retain information according to their own privacy policies.

15. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards designed to protect information against:

Unauthorized access
Accidental disclosure
Misuse
Alteration
Loss
Destruction

However, no electronic storage system or internet transmission method can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

16. Third-Party Services

The App may use third-party services for advertising, analytics, crash reporting, and other technical functionality.

These third-party services may process certain technical or usage information according to their own privacy policies.

17. Sharing of Information

We may share limited information with third-party service providers when necessary to:

Provide advertising
Analyze App performance
Diagnose crashes
Improve App functionality
Prevent fraud and abuse
Maintain security
Comply with legal requirements

We do not sell your personal information.

Videos and audio recordings created by you are not intentionally shared with third parties by us unless you explicitly use a feature that requires sharing or uploading such content.

18. Children's Privacy

The App is not directed toward children under 13 years of age.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

If we become aware that personal information has been collected from a child, we will take reasonable steps to delete such information.

Parents or guardians may contact us if they have concerns regarding a child's information.

19. International Data Transfers

Information collected through the App may be processed or stored in countries outside your jurisdiction.

By using the App, you acknowledge that information may be transferred to locations where privacy laws may differ from those in your country.

20. Your Privacy Rights

Subject to applicable laws, you may have rights including:

Access to information
Correction of inaccurate information
Deletion of information
Restriction of processing
Objection to certain processing activities

You may also control certain permissions through your Android device settings.

For privacy-related requests, you may contact us using the contact information provided below.

21. Permission Control

You can review and manage the App's permissions through your Android device settings.

Depending on your Android version and device manufacturer, you may be able to disable permissions such as:

Camera
Microphone
Notifications
Photos and videos
Other permissions requested by the App

Disabling certain permissions may prevent related App features from functioning properly.

22. Legal Compliance

We may disclose information when reasonably necessary to:

Comply with applicable laws
Respond to valid legal requests
Protect user safety
Prevent fraud and abuse
Protect our rights and property
Defend legal claims
Meet regulatory requirements

23. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Any changes will be published through the App, our associated services, or the location where this Privacy Policy is made available.

The updated policy will include a revised effective date when appropriate.

Your continued use of the App after changes to this Privacy Policy means you acknowledge the updated policy.

24. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Developer: Sonydroids

Email: sdriod55@gmail.com

We will make reasonable efforts to respond to privacy-related inquiries promptly.

25. Consent

By downloading, installing, accessing, or using Background Video Recorder, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Privacy Policy.

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