Privacy Policy

1. Information Collection - Free vs Pro Edition

1.1 Free Edition (with Ads)

The Free Edition includes advertisements powered by Google AdMob. When you use the Free Edition, Google AdMob may collect and process the following information:

Data Collected by Google AdMob:

• Advertising ID: A unique identifier for advertising purposes (can be reset in device settings)
• Device Information: Device model, operating system version, screen size
• IP Address: For approximate location and ad fraud prevention
• Ad Interaction Data: Whether you viewed or clicked on ads
• App Usage Data: App opens, session duration (for ad frequency management)

Purpose of Ad Data Collection:

• Display personalized or contextual advertisements
• Measure ad performance and engagement
• Prevent ad fraud and abuse
• Support the free version of the App

Google AdMob Privacy:

• Google AdMob is a third-party service governed by Google's Privacy Policy
• You can opt out of personalized ads by enabling "Opt out of Ads Personalization" in your device settings
• Ad data is processed according to Google's How Google uses information from sites or apps that use our services
• Google is certified under the EU-U.S. and Swiss-U.S. Privacy Shield Frameworks

1.2 Pro Edition (No Ads)

Lan FTP Server Pro does NOT collect, transmit, or store any personal data. No advertising networks are integrated, and no ad-related data is collected. All data remains on your device and local network.

2. Information We Do NOT Collect (Both Editions)

Regardless of which edition you use, the core FTP server functionality does NOT:

• Collect personal information (name, email, phone number, contacts)
• Track your precise location
• Store your files on external servers
• Monitor your FTP server activity or file transfers
• Use analytics tools for app behavior tracking
• Require account creation or login credentials
• Access the internet except for local network connectivity (and ads in Free Edition)

3. Data That Stays on Your Device

Both editions store the following information locally on your device only:

• Server Configuration: Port number, username, password, and FTPS settings
• Folder Permissions: References (URIs) to folders you choose to share
• SSL Certificates: Self-generated certificates for FTPS encryption (stored in app's private storage)
• Activity Logs: Server connection logs displayed in the app (not transmitted anywhere)

This data is stored using Android's DataStore API and remains private to the App. It is deleted when you uninstall the App.

4. Permissions Required and Why

Both editions require the following Android permissions to function:

4.1 Storage Access (Required)

• Purpose: To read and share files/folders you explicitly select through Android's Storage Access Framework (SAF)
• Usage: Only folders you manually grant access to are accessible by the FTP server
• Control: You can revoke access at any time through the App's folder management screen

4.2 Internet/Network Access (Required)

• Purpose: To create a local FTP server accessible on your Wi-Fi network
• Usage: The App listens for incoming FTP connections on your local network
• Free Edition: Also used to download and display advertisements from Google AdMob
• Pro Edition: No internet communication occurs; all transfers stay within your local network

4.3 Network State Access (Required)

• Purpose: To detect your local IP address and display it in the App
• Usage: Used to help you connect FTP clients to your server
• Free Edition: Also used by AdMob to determine ad eligibility

4.4 Foreground Service (Required)

• Purpose: To keep the FTP server running reliably while the App is in the background
• Usage: Shows a persistent notification when the server is active

4.5 Post Notifications (Android 13+)

• Purpose: To display the foreground service notification indicating server status
• Usage: Shows "FTP Server is running" notification

4.6 AD_ID Permission (Free Edition Only)

• Purpose: Required by Google AdMob to show ads
• Usage: Allows access to your device's Advertising ID for personalized ads
• Control: You can reset your Advertising ID or opt out of personalized ads in your device settings (Settings → Google → Ads)
• Pro Edition: This permission is NOT used or requested

5. How Your Data is Protected

5.1 Local Storage Only

All configuration data is stored in the App's private storage directory using Android's encrypted DataStore. This data is:

• Not accessible by other apps
• Protected by Android's app sandboxing
• Automatically deleted when you uninstall the App

5.2 Network Security

• FTPS Support: Optional SSL/TLS encryption for all FTP connections
• Self-Signed Certificates: Generated on-device using BouncyCastle library
• Local Network Only: The server is not exposed to the internet
• Authentication: Username/password protection available (user-configured)

5.3 Ad Network Security (Free Edition)

• Google AdMob uses HTTPS for secure ad delivery
• Ad data is processed according to Google's security standards
• No personally identifiable information (PII) is shared with advertisers

5.4 Your Responsibility

Since all data stays on your device and local network, security depends on:

• Setting strong FTP server credentials
• Enabling FTPS encryption for sensitive files
• Using a secure Wi-Fi network (WPA2/WPA3)
• Not exposing the FTP port to the internet via port forwarding

6. Third-Party Services and Libraries

6.1 Advertising Service (Free Edition Only)

• Google AdMob
  • Purpose: Display advertisements to support the free version
  • Data Collected: Advertising ID, device info, IP address, ad interactions
  • Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
  • Opt-Out: Google Ads Settings

6.2 Open-Source Libraries (Both Editions)

Both editions use the following open-source libraries that do NOT collect user data:

• Apache FtpServer: Core FTP server functionality (Apache License 2.0)
• BouncyCastle: SSL/TLS certificate generation for FTPS (MIT-style license)
• AndroidX Libraries: Standard Android UI and system components (Apache License 2.0)
• Jetpack Compose: Modern Android UI framework (Apache License 2.0)

None of these libraries transmit data to external servers.

7. Children's Privacy

Lan FTP Server does not knowingly collect information from children under 13 years of age. The App is designed for general audiences and technical users who need to share files on their local network.

Free Edition: Google AdMob does not serve personalized ads to users identified as under the age of consent. We do not target children with advertisements.

Pro Edition: Contains no ads and no data collection mechanisms.

8. Data Retention and Deletion

• Configuration Data: Stored until you uninstall the App or clear app data
• Activity Logs: Stored in memory only and cleared when you restart the App or clear logs manually
• SSL Certificates: Deleted when you uninstall the App
• Folder Permissions: Managed by Android's SAF; revoked when you remove folders or uninstall the App
• Ad Data (Free Edition): Managed by Google AdMob; see Google's data retention policies

To delete all app data: Uninstall the App or go to Android Settings → Apps → Lan FTP Server → Storage → Clear Data.

To reset your Advertising ID: Android Settings → Google → Ads → Reset advertising ID

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the App's functionality or legal requirements. When we do:

• The "Effective Date" at the top will be revised
• Material changes will be communicated through the App or on our website
• Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy

We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

10. Your Rights and Choices

10.1 App Data Control (Both Editions)

• Data Access: Choose which folders the FTP server can access
• Server Control: Start/stop the server at any time
• Configuration: Modify or delete server settings anytime
• Permissions: Revoke storage or network permissions through Android Settings
• Complete Removal: Uninstall the App to remove all local data

10.2 Ad-Related Choices (Free Edition Only)

• Opt-Out of Personalized Ads: Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization
• Reset Advertising ID: Settings → Google → Ads → Reset advertising ID
• Upgrade to Pro: Remove all ads and ad tracking by purchasing Lan FTP Server Pro

11. Geographic Scope and Regional Rights

This App is available worldwide.

11.1 European Economic Area (EEA), UK, and Switzerland (GDPR)

• Legal Basis: Legitimate interest for app functionality; consent for personalized ads (Free Edition)
• Data Controller: Google AdMob is the data controller for ad-related data (Free Edition)
• Your Rights: Access, rectification, deletion, portability, and objection (contact Google for ad data)
• Data Transfers: Google AdMob may transfer data outside the EEA under appropriate safeguards

11.2 California (CCPA/CPRA)

Free Edition: Google AdMob may share data with advertisers (third parties). California residents have the right to:

• Know what personal information is collected and shared
• Opt-out of the sale or sharing of personal information
• Request deletion of personal information

Exercise CCPA rights regarding ad data through Google Ads Settings.

Pro Edition: No personal information is collected, sold, or shared.

12. Security Measures

We implement security best practices in the App's design:

• Encrypted local storage using Android's DataStore with AES encryption
• Secure SSL/TLS certificate generation using industry-standard algorithms (RSA-2048, SHA-256)
• No hardcoded credentials or API keys
• Regular security updates through the Google Play Store
• Open-source libraries with active security maintenance
• Free Edition: Google AdMob uses HTTPS and adheres to Google's security standards

13. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the App's privacy practices, please contact us:

• Developer: FahDev Studio
• Email: fahdev@proton.me
• Response Time: We aim to respond within 48 hours

For ad-related privacy concerns (Free Edition), please also consult Google AdMob Privacy Support.

14. Compliance and Transparency

Lan FTP Server is designed to comply with:

• Google Play's User Data Policy and Ads Policy
• Android Permissions Best Practices
• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA)
• Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)
• Google AdMob Program Policies (Free Edition)