VIONIX — Privacy Policy

Last updated: 18 November 2025

1. Overview

VIONIX (“the App”) is a device optimization and privacy utility. Features include storage analysis, app usage insights, optional weather location, DNS-based Guard Mode (local VPN), and cybersecurity headlines.

2. Contact

For support, privacy questions or data deletion requests:

• Developer: Prince Tiwari (Avince Developers)
• Email: princetiwari1@proton.me
• GitHub: github.com/princetiwari11

3. Permissions & Data Usage

The app uses only the permissions required for its features. All processing happens locally on your device unless explicitly stated.

3.1 Internet

• INTERNET — Used for cybersecurity news, weather (optional), and secure DNS resolution in Guard Mode.

3.2 Media (Storage Analyzer)

• READ_MEDIA_IMAGES / VIDEO / AUDIO — Reads media size/count to display storage usage.
• READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE — Needed only on Android 12 and below for the same purpose.
• No media (images/videos/audio) is uploaded or shared.

3.3 Location (Optional Feature)

• ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION / ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION — Used only for the optional Weather card.
• Location is not stored or shared.

3.4 Installed Apps & Usage

• QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES — Needed to list installed apps inside the Storage/Apps section.
• PACKAGE_USAGE_STATS — Used for app usage time and performance insights. Requires explicit user permission in system settings.
• All data stays on-device and is never uploaded.

3.5 Foreground Services & Notifications

• FOREGROUND_SERVICE — Enables persistent background execution.
• FOREGROUND_SERVICE_VPN — Required by Android for any VpnService.
• FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC — Declared for Guard Mode compatibility.
• POST_NOTIFICATIONS — Required on Android 13+ to show the persistent Guard Mode notification.

4. Guard Mode (DNS-Only Local VPN)

Guard Mode uses Android’s built-in VpnService to route DNS queries securely.

• It does not inspect or monitor internet traffic.
• It does not create a real VPN tunnel or proxy your data.
• It does not log DNS queries.
• It only forwards DNS requests to the system DNS or Cloudflare DoH.
• All processing happens locally on the device.
• The persistent notification clearly indicates when Guard Mode is active.

5. Data We Do NOT Collect

VIONIX does not collect or store:

• Personal information
• Browsing history or VPN activity
• App content, photos, videos, or files
• Location history
• Installed apps list (not uploaded)
• Analytics or device identifiers

6. Third-Party Sharing

No user data is shared or sold.

The app contacts outside servers only for:

• Cybersecurity headlines (RSS feed)
• Weather data (if location is granted)

7. Encryption

All network communication uses encrypted HTTPS and DNS-over-HTTPS where supported.

8. Data Retention & Deletion

• No personal data is stored remotely.
• All local app data is removed when you uninstall the app.
• You may request deletion of any optional data via email.

9. Children’s Privacy

The app is not designed for children under 13 and does not knowingly collect child data.

10. Policy Changes

Updates may be made for feature or legal reasons. The “Last updated” date will reflect any changes.