FileProps Privacy Policy
Transparent, privacy-by-design data handling. Learn how FileProps: Properties & EXIF inspects, edits, and scrubs file metadata, office documents, and GPS tags strictly on your Android device.
Local Processing Principle
Privacy by Design Architecture
The Application operates under the core principle of privacy by design:
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Strictly Local Operations: All reading, extraction, display, and modification of file metadata (including EXIF tags, document properties, and file attributes) is performed strictly locally on your device.
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Zero External Servers: The Application does not operate any external servers, does not transmit any information outside your device, and does not sell or share files or personal data with third parties.
Handling of GPS Coordinates and Location Data
Embedded Geolocation Tags & User Privacy
Certain image or video files contain embedded GPS coordinates within their EXIF metadata.
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Inspection & Removal: The Application accesses these coordinates solely to display them to you and allow you to edit or remove them upon your request.
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No Real-Time Tracking: The Application does not track your real-time physical location and does not use background geolocation services to trace your device.
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Zero Remote Transmission: The coordinates you view or edit are never transmitted to any external server.
Storage and File Access
Native Android Storage Mechanisms
To deliver its core features, the Application requires access to the files you select:
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Scoped System Mechanisms: It uses Android's native storage mechanisms (such as the Storage Access Framework or standard photo/file access permissions) exclusively to open the files you select and save changes upon your confirmation.
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Strictly User-Initiated Scope: Access is strictly limited to the reading and editing actions you initiate. The Application does not index, scan, or transmit the contents of your documents or images.
Third-Party Services and In-App Purchases
Google Play Billing
If you choose to make a donation or in-app purchase, the transaction is processed directly through Google Play in accordance with Google's terms of service and privacy policy. The Application does not collect, process, or store your credit card details, banking credentials, or financial information.
No Analytics or Advertisements
The Application contains no third-party tracking tools, advertising SDKs, or intrusive analytics platforms. We do not build user behavioral profiles or monetize your personal information.
User Rights and Data Retention (GDPR Compliance)
Data Minimization & Complete User Control
Because the Application does not collect, store, or transmit personal data to external servers, we do not retain your data in remote databases. You retain complete control over your files:
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Right to Erasure & Rectification: You can modify or strip metadata from your files directly within the Application.
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Instant Local Deletion: Uninstalling the Application deletes all locally stored application preferences and cache maintained by the Android operating system.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
If future updates introduce new features that affect how data is handled, this privacy policy will be updated with a revised date on its hosting page and reflected directly on the Google Play Store listing.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or suggestions regarding this privacy policy or the functionality of FileProps, please contact us:
Have questions about FileProps privacy?
Reach out directly to the developer team at Nictotarus.