Effective Date: 8/15/2025
Last Updated: 8/15/2025
Introduction
Gahimer Digital (“we,” “our,” or “us”) operates the NotiFire mobile application (the “Service”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our Service.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
NotiFire does not collect any personal information such as names, email addresses, phone numbers, or other personally identifiable information.
Device Information
We may access the following device information solely for app functionality:
Notification Access
- What we access: Notification content from other apps on your device
- Purpose: To forward notifications to your connected PC/desktop application
- Scope: Only notifications that occur while NotiFire is actively running and configured
- Storage: Notifications are processed in real-time and are not stored permanently on your device
Network Information
- What we access: WiFi connectivity status
- Purpose: To ensure notifications are only sent when connected to WiFi (to preserve mobile data)
- Storage: WiFi status is checked in real-time and not stored
Camera Access
- What we access: Camera for QR code scanning
- Purpose: To scan QR codes for easy configuration setup with your PC/desktop application
- Storage: QR code data is processed locally and only used for configuration purposes
Configuration Data
- IP Address and Port: Stored locally on your device to connect to your PC/desktop application
- Encryption Key: Generated and stored locally for secure communication between your phone and PC
- App Preferences: Settings and configuration stored locally using Android’s preference system
Installed App Information
- What we access: List of installed applications on your device
- When: Only when you open the “Manage Ignored Apps” settings page
- Purpose: To display a list of apps so you can choose which notifications to ignore
- Processing: Data is processed ephemerally (temporarily) and not stored
- Storage: Only your app ignore preferences are saved, not the app list itself
How We Use Information
We use the collected information solely to:
- Forward notifications from your phone to your connected PC/desktop application
- Maintain secure encrypted communication between devices
- Ensure optimal performance by only sending notifications over WiFi
- Provide QR code configuration for easy setup
- Display installed apps to allow selective notification filtering based on your preferences
Data Storage and Security
Local Storage Only
- All configuration data, encryption keys, and app ignore preferences are stored locally on your device
- No data is transmitted to external servers or third-party services
- No data is stored in cloud services or remote databases
Encryption
- All communication between your phone and PC/desktop uses AES encryption
- Encryption keys are generated locally and never shared with external parties
Network Communication
- Data is only transmitted within your local WiFi network
- No internet connection is required for core functionality
- No data is sent to external servers or third-party services
Data Sharing and Disclosure
NotiFire does not:
- Share your data with third parties
- Sell your personal information
- Use your data for advertising purposes
- Transmit data to external servers
- Store data in cloud services
The only data transmission occurs between your phone and your PC/desktop application within your local network.
Permissions Explained
NotiFire requests the following Android permissions:
Notification Access (BIND_NOTIFICATION_LISTENER_SERVICE)
- Required for: Reading notifications from other apps to forward them
- Scope: Only active when the service is running and configured
- Control: You can disable this permission at any time in Android Settings
Camera Permission (CAMERA)
- Required for: Scanning QR codes for configuration
- Scope: Only used when actively scanning QR codes
- Control: You can disable this permission at any time in Android Settings
Network Access (INTERNET, ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE, ACCESS_WIFI_STATE)
- Required for: Sending notifications over your local WiFi network and checking connectivity status
- Scope: Limited to your local network only
- Control: Required for core functionality
Query All Packages (QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES)
- Required For: Displaying list of installed apps for notification filtering setup
- Scope: Only when “Manage Ignored Apps” settings page is active
- Control: You choose which apps to ignore; only these preferences are saved
Data Retention
- Configuration data is retained locally until you uninstall the app or reset the configuration
- No historical notification data is stored
- Clearing app data will remove all stored configuration
Children’s Privacy
NotiFire does not knowingly collect information from children under 13. The app is intended for general use and does not specifically target children.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:
- Updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy
- Providing notice within the app if required
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Gahimer Digital
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.gahimerdigital.com
Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Revoke notification access permission at any time through Android Settings
- Clear all app data through Android Settings
- Uninstall the app to remove all stored data
- Contact us with questions about data handling
Compliance
This privacy policy is designed to comply with:
- Google Play Store Developer Policies
- Android Platform Policies
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) principles
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) where applicable
Note: This privacy policy specifically addresses the local, network-based nature of NotiFire and emphasizes that no data is collected, stored, or transmitted to external services beyond your local network setup.