1. Introduction
Welcome to BlockNet - Internet Control ("BlockNet", "we", "our", or "us").
BlockNet is an Android application that allows you to control internet access for applications installed on your device.
This Privacy Policy explains what information BlockNet accesses, how that information is used, and how your information is handled.
BlockNet's core internet-control functionality operates locally on your device. BlockNet does not require your web browsing history or the contents of your network traffic to provide app-level internet blocking.
2. Information We Collect
BlockNet is designed to minimize the information needed to provide its core functionality.
Installed App Information
BlockNet accesses information about installed applications so you can select which apps should have their internet access blocked or allowed.
Blocking Rules
Your selected apps, blocking durations, schedules, app groups, and network rules may be stored locally on your device.
Notification Preferences
If enabled, BlockNet uses notifications to provide blocking status and reminders when a temporary block is approaching expiration.
Advertising Information
If advertisements are displayed, advertising providers may collect information as described in their applicable privacy policies.
Information BlockNet Does Not Intentionally Collect
- The contents of your messages, emails, photos, or personal files.
- Your passwords or authentication credentials.
- Your web browsing history.
- The contents of your network communications.
3. Local Firewall & VPN Service
BlockNet uses Android's VPN service functionality as a local mechanism for controlling network access for applications.
BlockNet routes and filters network traffic locally on your Android device according to the blocking rules you configure.
BlockNet's VPN service is used to implement the application's firewall functionality. It is not intended to operate as a traditional remote VPN service.
Your network traffic is not intentionally routed through a BlockNet-operated remote VPN server.
The firewall performs its traffic filtering locally on your device rather than sending your internet traffic to a BlockNet server.
BlockNet does not intentionally inspect, collect, transmit, or store the contents of the network traffic it filters.
4. Permissions
BlockNet requests Android permissions only when they are required to provide a feature.
VPN Service Permission
Used to provide the local firewall functionality and enforce app-level internet blocking rules.
Notification Permission
Used to display blocking status and optional expiration reminders.
Installed Application Information
Used to display applications installed on your device so that you can choose apps to block.
Network Information
BlockNet may access relevant network information required to apply network-specific blocking rules, such as Wi-Fi or mobile-data controls.
You can manage Android permissions through your device's system settings.
5. Notifications
BlockNet may send notifications when you enable notification features.
Notifications may include information such as:
- An app is currently blocked.
- A temporary blocking period is approaching its expiration.
- A blocking rule has changed or expired.
Notifications are generated to provide the functionality you configure and can be managed through Android notification settings.
6. Advertising
BlockNet may display advertisements to support the continued development and availability of the application.
BlockNet may use Google AdMob to display advertisements.
Google and its advertising partners may collect information such as advertising identifiers, device information, approximate location, diagnostics, and information about interactions with advertisements, depending on the applicable configuration, consent choices, and regional requirements.
Advertising-related information is processed by the applicable advertising provider under its own privacy policies and terms.
7. Third-Party Services
BlockNet may rely on third-party services to provide certain application functionality, advertising, distribution, or supporting services.
These services may include:
- Google Play Services
- Google AdMob
Third-party services may process information according to their own privacy policies and applicable terms.
8. Security
We take reasonable measures to protect information associated with BlockNet.
BlockNet's core blocking configuration, including selected applications, timers, schedules, and rules, may be stored locally on your Android device.
BlockNet's core firewall functionality does not require your network traffic to be sent to a BlockNet remote server.
No method of electronic storage or transmission can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
9. Data Retention & Deletion
BlockNet's locally stored settings and blocking configurations generally remain on your device until you modify them, clear the application's data, or uninstall BlockNet.
Uninstalling BlockNet generally removes the application's local data according to Android's standard application behavior.
Information processed by third-party services, including advertising providers, may be retained according to those providers' respective policies.
10. Children's Privacy
BlockNet does not intentionally collect personal information from children in violation of applicable privacy laws.
If you believe that personal information has been provided to us inappropriately, please contact us using the email address provided below.
11. Your Choices
You have control over several aspects of BlockNet and the permissions it uses.
- Enable or disable notifications through Android settings.
- Choose which applications BlockNet should block.
- Configure or remove blocking schedules and rules.
- Manage application permissions through Android settings.
- Uninstall BlockNet at any time.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes to BlockNet, its features, applicable laws, or our privacy practices.
When this policy is updated, the "Last updated" date at the top of this page will also be updated.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or BlockNet's privacy practices, please contact us.
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