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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 24, 2025

Thank you for using Cooker Whistle Counter ("the App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we handle your information when you use our App. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our practices.

1. Overview

Cooker Whistle Counter is a utility application designed to help users count pressure cooker whistles by detecting whistle sounds through the device's microphone. The App processes audio locally on your device to identify whistle sounds and notify you when your target count is reached.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information We DO Collect

The App collects and stores the following information locally on your device only:

• App Settings: Your preferences for whistle detection sensitivity, duration, interval, and threshold settings.
• Count Data: The number of whistles detected during your cooking sessions (stored temporarily and not transmitted).

This information is stored using Android's AsyncStorage and remains on your device. It is never transmitted to our servers or any third parties.

2.2 Information We DO NOT Collect

We do not collect, store, or transmit:

• Audio recordings or audio data
• Personal identification information (name, email, phone number, etc.)
• Location data
• Device identifiers (except as required by AdMob for ad serving)
• Usage analytics or behavioral data
• Any other personally identifiable information

3. How We Use Audio (Microphone Permission)

The App requires microphone access to detect pressure cooker whistles. Here's how audio is processed:

• Real-Time Processing: Audio is analyzed in real-time on your device to detect whistle sounds based on frequency and amplitude patterns.
• No Recording: Audio is NOT recorded, saved, or stored in any form.
• No Transmission: Audio data is NEVER transmitted over the internet or shared with any third parties.
• Immediate Disposal: Audio data is processed and immediately discarded after analysis.
• Local Processing: All audio analysis happens entirely on your device using local algorithms.

4. Permissions

The App requires the following Android permissions:

• RECORD_AUDIO: Required to listen for and detect cooker whistles. Audio is processed locally and never recorded or stored.
• INTERNET: Required solely for displaying advertisements through Google AdMob.
• VIBRATE: Used to provide haptic feedback for notifications when the target whistle count is reached.
• READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE / WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE: Used to store app settings and notification sounds locally on your device.

5. Third-Party Services

5.1 Google AdMob

The App uses Google AdMob to display advertisements. AdMob is configured to show non-personalized ads only, meaning ads are not based on your personal information or browsing history.

AdMob may collect certain information for ad serving purposes, including:

• Device information (model, operating system version)
• Ad interaction data (views, clicks)
• Approximate location (based on IP address)

This data is collected and processed by Google in accordance with their privacy policy. For more information, please review:

• Google Privacy Policy
• Google AdMob Policy

5.2 No Other Third-Party Services

Apart from Google AdMob, the App does not integrate with any other third-party services, analytics platforms, or data collection tools.

6. Data Storage and Security

• Local Storage: All app settings are stored locally on your device using Android's secure storage mechanisms.
• No Cloud Storage: We do not use any cloud storage or remote servers to store your data.
• No Account Required: The App does not require you to create an account or provide any personal information.
• Device Security: Your data security depends on your device's security measures (lock screen, encryption, etc.).

7. Data Sharing

We do not share, sell, rent, or trade any user data with third parties. The only data sharing that occurs is:

• Limited device information shared with Google AdMob for non-personalized ad serving (as described in Section 5.1)

8. Children's Privacy

The App is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided information to us, please contact us, and we will take appropriate action.

9. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your data:

• Access: You can view your app settings at any time within the App.
• Deletion: You can delete all app data by uninstalling the App or clearing the App's data through your device settings.
• Modification: You can modify your settings at any time within the App.
• Opt-Out of Ads: While we display ads, you can use airplane mode to prevent ad loading (note: this doesn't affect core functionality).

10. Data Retention

• App settings are retained on your device until you uninstall the App or clear its data.
• Whistle count data is temporary and reset when you start a new counting session.
• No data is retained on any servers because we don't transmit or store data externally.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. When we make changes:

• We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
• Significant changes will be communicated through the App (if feasible)
• Your continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

12. Legal Compliance

This App and Privacy Policy comply with:

• Google Play Developer Program Policies
• Android permissions best practices
• Applicable data protection and privacy laws

13. Contact Us

14. Consent

By installing and using Cooker Whistle Counter, you consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.