Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Amber Config ("App", "we", "us", "our"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our app. This Privacy Policy explains our information practices and your choices regarding how your data is collected and used.

Amber Config is a VPN configuration and SSH connection manager application available on Google Play Store. By using this app, you agree to the collection and use of information as outlined in this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Automatically Collected Information

• Firebase Analytics: We use Google Firebase Analytics to understand how users interact with our app. This includes:
  • App usage patterns and features accessed
  • Device information (device model, OS version, screen size)
  • Crash reports and app performance data
  • Approximate location (country/region based on IP)
• AdMob Advertising Data: We use Google AdMob to display advertisements. AdMob may collect:
  • Ad impressions and interactions
  • Device identifiers (non-personally identifiable)
  • Ad performance metrics
• Google Play Services: Basic analytics about app installation and updates

2.2 User-Provided Information

• SSH Connection Details: SSH hostnames, usernames, ports, and keys you manually add to the app are stored locally on your device only. We do NOT collect, transmit, or store this information on our servers.
• VPN Configuration Data: Any VPN or configuration files you create or import are stored locally on your device.

2.3 Information We Do NOT Collect

• Passwords or SSH private keys (stored locally only)
• Personal identification information (name, email, phone number)
• Your actual internet traffic or VPN connections
• Financial information

3. How We Use Your Information

The information we collect is used for the following purposes:

• Analytics & Improvement: Understand app usage patterns to improve features, fix bugs, and optimize performance
• Advertising: Serve relevant ads through Google AdMob (ads are non-personalized by default, but you can control this in your device settings)
• Legal Compliance: Comply with applicable laws and regulations
• Security: Detect and prevent fraud or abuse

4. Data Storage & Security

4.1 Local Data Storage

SSH connection details, private keys, and VPN configurations are stored locally on your device using Android's encrypted storage system (EncryptedSharedPreferences). This data never leaves your device and is not sent to our servers.

4.2 Firebase & AdMob Data

Analytics data collected through Firebase and AdMob is encrypted in transit and stored on Google's secure servers. Google maintains industry-standard security practices for data protection.

4.3 Data Security Measures

• All data in transit is encrypted using HTTPS/TLS
• Local device data is encrypted using Android's security framework
• We follow Google's security best practices for Firebase and AdMob

5. Data Retention

• Local Data: SSH connections and configurations remain on your device until you manually delete them
• Analytics Data: Firebase Analytics data is retained according to Google's default retention policies (typically 14-56 months depending on event type)
• AdMob Data: Ad performance data follows Google AdMob's retention policies

6. Third-Party Services

Our app integrates with third-party services that may collect data:

6.1 Google Firebase

Firebase Analytics collects app usage data. For more information, see: Firebase Privacy & Security

6.2 Google AdMob

AdMob serves ads and collects ad performance data. For more information, see: AdMob Privacy

6.3 Google Play Services

We use Google Play Services for app updates and basic analytics. See: Google Privacy Policy

7. Your Privacy Rights

7.1 Access & Control

• You can view and delete local SSH connections and VPN configurations within the app
• You can opt out of personalized ads in your device's Google settings
• You can disable Analytics collection in the app settings (if applicable)

7.2 Data Deletion

• Local Data: Delete SSH connections directly in the app or by uninstalling the app
• Analytics Data: Request deletion from Google by visiting your Google Account settings
• Ad Data: Reset your advertising ID in device settings

7.3 GDPR & CCPA Rights

If you are in the EU or California, you have additional rights including access, rectification, erasure, and portability. Contact us for data subject requests.

8. Children's Privacy

Amber Config is not intended for users under 13 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware of such collection, we will promptly delete the information.

For users aged 13-18, parental guidance is recommended before using the app, as it handles VPN and SSH configurations.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by updating the "Last Updated" date and, if required, through in-app notifications or other means.

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

10. Contact Us

11. Compliance

• GDPR: Compliant with EU General Data Protection Regulation
• CCPA: Compliant with California Consumer Privacy Act
• Google Play Policy: Adheres to Google Play's User Data Privacy Requirements
• Child Safety: Compliant with Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)