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Privacy Policy for JapaBeads
Effective Date: January 8, 2026
1. Introduction
JapaBeads is a meditation tool developed by Martin Booysen. We value your privacy and are committed to protecting it. This policy explains how we handle your data.
2. Data Collection & Use
JapaBeads is an offline-first application.
3. Permissions
The app requests only the minimum permissions necessary for function, such as:
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4. Third-Party Services
This app does not use any third-party SDKs, ad networks, or analytics tools
.5. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this policy, please contact us at: info@martinbooysen.com
RUOK Privacy Policy
Information Collection and Use
Effective Date 1 September 2026
1. To provide the core functionality of AreYouOkay, which involves monitoring safety check-ins from trusted contacts, the app requires access to highly sensitive device permissions. All data processing occurs locally on your device. We request the following permissions exclusively for the app's core features:
2. Local Processing and Data SharingWe do not collect, transmit, store, or share your personal data. The AreYouOkay app operates entirely offline and locally on your Android device.
3. Data Retention and Deletion Because all data (including internal audit logs, contact statuses, and quota limits) is stored locally on your physical device, you have complete control over your data. You can delete all data associated with the AreYouOkay app at any time by:
4. Security We value your trust in providing us with access to your device's notifications and messages to ensure your personal safety. Because data never leaves your device, it is inherently protected from network-based breaches. However, remember that no method of electronic storage on a physical device is 100% secure, and we rely on the underlying security of the Android Operating System to protect local app data. 5. Changes to This Privacy Policy We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. Thus, you are advised to review this page periodically for any changes. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page. 6. Contact Us If you have any questions or suggestions about our Privacy Policy, do not hesitate to contact the developer: