1. Who We Are
RingBar is an Android application developed and maintained by an independent developer (“we,” “us,” or “our”). The app is available on Google Play under the package name com.mosh.ringbar. This policy applies to the App and the website at moshlabs.org/project/ringbar/. Questions can be sent to moshlabs2+ringbar@gmail.com.
2. The Short Version
- RingBar does not read, record, or transmit your notifications, screen content, or personal data.
- The Accessibility Service and Notification Listener are used solely to count badges and read system state - no content is ever captured.
- We do not sell your data to anyone.
- You are in full control of your ring presets and settings at all times.
3. Data We Collect
3.1 On-Device App Data (stays on your device)
RingBar stores the following data locally on your device only:
- Your configured ring presets (colors, size, indicators)
- App settings and preferences (chosen theme, enabled features)
This data is never transmitted to our servers or any third party. It exists solely on your device and is removed when you uninstall the app or clear app data.
3.2 Advertising
Free users see banner and rewarded ads served by our third-party advertising partners. These partners may collect:
- A device advertising ID (GAID) to serve relevant ads
- General device information (model, OS version, screen size)
- Ad interaction data (impressions, clicks)
These partners may use this data to personalise ads in accordance with your preferences. You can opt out of personalised ads at any time via Android Settings → Privacy → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalisation.
Premium users who have purchased a lifetime licence do not see ads.
See our advertising partners’ privacy policies for full details on data handling.
3.3 In-App Purchases
The RingBar lifetime licence is processed through Google Play Billing and verified via our license verification service. This service may collect:
- Your Google Play purchase token
- Entitlement and subscription status
- App version and platform metadata
This verification service does not receive your name, email address, or payment details.
4. Permissions We Request
| Permission | Why |
|---|---|
BIND_ACCESSIBILITY_SERVICE | Reads system-level state (e.g. battery level, system events) to drive the ring overlay. No screen content, text, or personal data is ever read or stored. |
BIND_NOTIFICATION_LISTENER_SERVICE | Counts the number of active notifications to display a badge indicator in the ring. Notification titles and content are never read or stored. |
FOREGROUND_SERVICE / FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE | Keeps the ring overlay visible while the app is running. |
POST_NOTIFICATIONS | Displays a persistent notification required by Android to run a foreground service. |
RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED | Restarts the overlay automatically after a device reboot if the user has enabled auto-start. |
5. Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. Data may be shared only in these limited circumstances:
- Service providers: Advertising partners and purchase verification services, under their respective privacy policies.
- Legal requirements: If required by law, court order, or to protect the rights and safety of users.
No other third parties receive your data.
6. Data Retention
- On-device settings and presets: Retained until you clear app data or uninstall RingBar.
- Advertising data: Managed by our advertising partners per their retention policies.
- Purchase records: Retained as needed to verify your licence status.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the data RingBar holds about you (your presets and settings are visible in the app at all times).
- Delete your data at any time: see our Data Deletion page.
- Opt out of personalised ads via Android’s ad settings (see §3.2).
8. Children’s Privacy
RingBar is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will always be available at this URL with a revised “Last updated” date. We encourage you to review it periodically.
10. Contact
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Email: moshlabs2+ringbar@gmail.com
Website: https://moshlabs.org/project/ringbar/