Privacy Policy – Simple Tools

Privacy Policy – Simple Tools

Effective Date: August 12, 2026
Developer: GID Studio
Contact Email:muis@gidstudio.com
Website / App:Simple Tools Pro – Apps on Google Play

1. Introduction

GID Studio (“we”, “us”, or “our”) operates the Simple Tools mobile application (the “Service”). Simple Tools is provided as an ad-supported app with optional free ad-free access options.

This page informs you of our policies regarding the collection, use, disclosure, data retention, and data deletion of personal information when you use our Service.

By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

2. Information Collection and Use

Simple Tools is designed with a privacy-first approach.

  • No User Account Required: You do not need to register, create an account, or provide personal identifiable information (such as your name, email address, or phone number) to use the core features of the Service.
  • 100% Local Data Processing: All user-generated content and tool data—including notes, unit conversions, QR/barcode scan history, timer presets, counter stats, and custom settings—are stored and processed locally on your device. We do not transmit, collect, or store your personal app data on GID Studio servers.

3. Third-Party Services and Analytics

To maintain app stability, monitor performance, and provide free access via advertising, Simple Tools uses trusted third-party services that may collect information used to identify your device:

Third-Party Service Providers:

  1. Google Mobile Ads (AdMob): Displays advertisements. Google may use advertising IDs (e.g., Android Advertising ID) and cookies/device identifiers to deliver personalized or non-personalized ads and measure ad performance.
  1. Google Analytics for Firebase: Collects basic app usage analytics, screen views, and interaction statistics to help us improve app performance and user experience.
  1. Firebase Crashlytics: Collects anonymized crash reports, system stack traces, device model, operating system version, and performance diagnostics when an unexpected app error occurs.

4. Data Retention Policy

In compliance with Google Play Developer Policies, our data retention practices are defined as follows:

  1. User Application Data (Stored Locally on Device):
  • Retention Period: All data created or processed within the app (e.g., scan history, saved notes, custom preferences, and tool inputs) remains stored exclusively on your local device storage.
  • Storage Duration: This data is retained indefinitely on your device for as long as the application remains installed, or until you explicitly delete the data within the app or clear the application cache/data via your device settings. GID Studio does not retain or store any copy of your local data on external servers.
  1. Third-Party Diagnostic & Analytics Data:
  • Technical diagnostic logs, performance metrics, and crash data collected automatically by Google Analytics for Firebase and Firebase Crashlytics are retained in accordance with Google’s standard data retention schedules (up to 14 months for analytics data and up to 90 days for crash reporting data), after which it is automatically anonymized or deleted by Google.

5. Data Deletion Instructions & User Rights

You have complete control over your data and can request or perform data deletion at any time:

How to Delete Your In-App Local Data:

  • In-App Clear Options: You can delete individual items (e.g., individual notes or scan history items) or use the “Clear History / Reset Data” buttons available within specific tools in the app.
  • Clear App Storage (Android Settings): You can instantly wipe all local application data by navigating on your Android device to:
    Settings ➔ Apps ➔ Simple Tools ➔ Storage & Cache ➔ Clear Data / Clear Storage.
  • App Uninstallation: Uninstalling the Simple Tools app from your device automatically and permanently deletes all locally stored application data, databases, and preferences from your device.

How to Submit a Diagnostic Data Deletion Request:

Because we do not collect user accounts or maintain personal databases on external servers, we do not hold personal user profiles to delete. However, if you have questions regarding third-party diagnostic data or wish to submit a data deletion inquiry, you may contact us directly:

  • Data Protection Contact: GID Studio Privacy Officer
  • Email:muis@gidstudio.com
  • Subject Line: Data Deletion Request – Simple Tools

Upon receiving your request, we will review your inquiry and respond within 30 calendar days to confirm or assist with your data deletion request.

6. Security

We value your trust in providing us access to your device environment. While all personal data remains stored locally on your device, we utilize industry-standard practices and modern Android security frameworks to ensure your local data remains isolated and secure. However, please remember that no method of electronic storage or transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our Service does not knowingly solicit or collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you are a parent or legal guardian and discover that your child has provided personal information to a third-party service through our app, please contact us at muis@gidstudio.com, and we will take immediate steps to remove or address such information.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the updated Privacy Policy on this page (https://gidstudio.com/privacy-policy-simple-tools/) and updating the “Effective Date” at the top of this document. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data privacy, please contact us: