Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Status Mate, developed by School-Connect. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use our mobile application ("App"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about our data practices.

Status Mate is a simple application designed to help you save and share WhatsApp status updates. We have intentionally kept the App minimal, with no user accounts, login systems, advertisements, or complex features.

2. Information We Collect

Status Mate is designed with privacy in mind. We collect minimal information:

• Media Files: The App accesses media files (images and videos) from your device's WhatsApp status folder to allow you to save and share them. This access is limited to the WhatsApp status directory only.
• Device Storage: The App requires permission to access your device's storage to save status files you choose to save. Files are stored locally on your device only.
• No Personal Information: We do not collect, store, or transmit any personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, or any account credentials.
• No Usage Analytics: We do not track your usage patterns, app interactions, or collect any analytics data.

3. How We Use Information

Since we do not collect personal information, there is no information to use, share, or sell. The App operates entirely on your device:

• Local Processing: All operations, including saving and sharing status files, are performed locally on your device.
• No Data Transmission: No data is transmitted to our servers or any third-party services.
• No Cloud Storage: We do not store your files on any cloud service or remote server.

4. App Permissions

Status Mate requires the following permissions to function:

• Storage Permission: Required to access and save WhatsApp status files from your device. This permission is used solely for the App's core functionality.
• Media Access: Necessary to read media files (images and videos) from your WhatsApp status folder.

These permissions are requested only when needed and are used exclusively for the App's intended purpose. You can revoke these permissions at any time through your device settings, though this may limit the App's functionality.

5. Third-Party Services

Status Mate integrates with the following third-party services:

• WhatsApp: The App accesses files from WhatsApp's status folder. This access is read-only and does not involve any data sharing with WhatsApp or Meta. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to WhatsApp or Meta.
• Device Share Functionality: When you choose to share a status, your device's native sharing functionality is used. This may involve third-party apps installed on your device, but we do not control or have access to what happens after you select a sharing option.

We do not use any advertising networks, analytics services, or other third-party data collection services.

6. Data Security

Since Status Mate operates entirely on your device and does not transmit data to external servers, your data security is primarily managed by your device's built-in security features. We recommend:

• Keeping your device's operating system updated
• Using device-level security features such as screen locks and encryption
• Being cautious when sharing files through the App's share functionality

7. Children's Privacy

Status Mate is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children. Since we do not collect any personal information, this is not a concern, but we want to make this clear.

8. Your Rights

Since we do not collect or store your personal information, there is no data to access, modify, or delete. However, you have the right to:

• Uninstall the App at any time, which will remove all locally stored data
• Revoke app permissions through your device settings
• Control what files you save and share through the App

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected in this document with an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or Status Mate, please contact us:

11. Disclaimer

Status Mate is an independent application and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to WhatsApp, Meta, or any of their subsidiaries. WhatsApp is a trademark of Meta Platforms, Inc.

The App is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. Users are responsible for ensuring their use of the App complies with applicable laws and WhatsApp's terms of service.