Privacy Policy – Internet Blocker

Introduction

Internet Blocker ("we", "our", or "us"), developed by CodeEmpirez, is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy outlines how we handle data and the measures we take to keep your digital life secure while using our application.

Our core mission is to help you stay focused by managing your internet connectivity on a per-app basis without compromising your personal information.

VPN Service Usage (Transparency Disclosure)

Strict Local Filtering Only

Internet Blocker uses the Android VpnService to create a secure, local tunnel on your device. This is the only way to intercept and block internet traffic for specific applications.

No Data Collection: We do not collect, store, or monitor your personal web browsing history, destination URLs, or data traffic content.
No Data Transmission: Your data never leaves your device through our VPN. All filtering happens locally on your phone.
No Remote Servers: We do not use remote VPN servers. The "VPN" is a local software mechanism to enable the blocking feature.

Information We Collect

1. Installed App List

To allow you to choose which apps to block, we retrieve a list of installed applications on your device. This list is used strictly for your selection within the app and is never shared or uploaded.

2. Usage Statistics (Local)

The app calculates your total "Focused Time" and blocked session counts. This data is stored locally only on your device's private storage (DataStore) to help you track your progress.

3. Ads & Diagnostics

We use Google AdMob to serve advertisements. AdMob may collect your device's advertising ID to provide relevant ads. We do not currently use remote analytics; however, standard crash reporting may be used to improve app stability.

Required Permissions

VPN_SERVICE: To create the local tunnel required for blocking app traffic.
QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES: To display your installed apps so you can select which ones to block.
POST_NOTIFICATIONS: To show the "Protection Active" status in your notification bar (required for foreground services).
FOREGROUND_SERVICE: To ensure the internet blocker remains active even when you are using other apps.
RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED: To automatically restore your blocking schedule when you restart your phone.

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security practices to protect any local data stored by the app. Because we do not use central servers for your traffic or app selections, your data remains under your physical control on your own device.

Third-Party Services

We work with the following providers to ensure a smooth app experience:

Google AdMob – For serving advertisements.
Google Play Services – For core app functionality and licensing.

Contact Information

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or the use of VPN services within the app, please reach out to us:

📧 Email: codeempirez.dev@gmail.com
🏢 Developer: CodeEmpirez