Pill Reminder - Photo & Track - Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 31, 2025

Effective Date: December 31, 2025

Introduction

Welcome to Pill Reminder - Photo & Track (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how our mobile application Pill Reminder - Photo & Track (the “App”) handles information when you use our services.

Pill Reminder is designed to help you manage your medication schedule by setting reminders and tracking your medication intake. We believe in transparency and want you to understand exactly what data our App accesses and why.

Important: This App is intended for personal medication management only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Information We DO NOT Collect

We want to be clear about what we do not do:

No Personal Data Collection: We do not collect, store, or transmit your personal information such as name, email address, phone number, or location to any external servers.
No User Accounts: The App does not require registration or login. There are no user accounts.
No Analytics or Tracking: We do not use analytics services or any form of user behavior tracking.
No Cloud Storage: Your medication data, reminders, and history are stored locally on your device only.
No Data Selling: We never sell, trade, or rent any user data to third parties.
No Internet Required: The App functions entirely offline. No internet connection is needed for core functionality.
No Health Data Sharing: Your medication information never leaves your device.

Information the App Stores Locally

To provide its functionality, Pill Reminder stores the following data locally on your device. All data remains on your device and is never transmitted externally.

1. Medication Information

What: Pill names, descriptions, colors, and photos you add
Why: To help you identify and manage your medications
Storage: Local SQLite database on your device only

2. Reminder Schedules

What: Reminder times and dosage amounts for each medication
Why: To notify you when it’s time to take your medication
Storage: Local SQLite database on your device only

3. Intake History

What: Records of when reminders were shown and when you confirmed taking medication
Why: To track your medication adherence and provide statistics
Storage: Local SQLite database on your device only

4. App Preferences

What: Your settings (theme, delay duration, reminder preferences)
Why: To remember your customization choices
Storage: Android SharedPreferences on your device only

Permissions Explained

The App requires certain permissions to function. Here’s why each is needed:

1. Notifications (Required)

What: Permission to display notifications
Why: To alert you when it’s time to take your medication
Permission: POST_NOTIFICATIONS (Android 13+)
Your Control: You can disable notifications in Android Settings

2. Exact Alarms (Required)

What: Permission to schedule precise alarms
Why: To ensure reminders fire at the exact times you set
Permission: SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM
Note: Required for reliable medication reminders

3. Boot Completed (Required)

What: Permission to start after device restart
Why: To restore your medication reminders after your device reboots
Permission: RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED
Note: Ensures you don’t miss reminders after restarting your phone

4. Photos/Storage (Optional)

What: Access to photos on your device
Why: To allow you to attach photos to your medications for easy identification
Permission: READ_MEDIA_IMAGES (Android 13+), READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE (older versions)
Your Control: You can use the App without granting this permission

5. Foreground Service (Required)

What: Permission to run a foreground service
Why: To display fullscreen alerts for critical medication reminders (if enabled)
Permission: FOREGROUND_SERVICE, USE_FULL_SCREEN_INTENT
Note: Only used when fullscreen alert mode is enabled in settings

Permissions Summary Table

Permission	Purpose	Required?
`POST_NOTIFICATIONS`	Display medication reminders	Yes (Android 13+)
`SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM`	Schedule precise reminder times	Yes
`RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`	Restore reminders after restart	Yes
`READ_MEDIA_IMAGES`	Attach photos to medications	No
`READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`	Photo access (Android 12 and below)	No
`FOREGROUND_SERVICE`	Fullscreen alert mode	Yes
`USE_FULL_SCREEN_INTENT`	Critical reminder alerts	Yes

How the App Works

You add your medications with names, descriptions, and optional photos
You set reminder times and dosage amounts for each medication
The App schedules alarms using Android’s alarm system
When reminder time arrives, you receive a notification
You can confirm taking the medication or delay the reminder
Your intake history is recorded locally for tracking
All data stays on your device - nothing is uploaded anywhere

Data Storage and Security

Local Storage Only

All your data is stored locally on your device:

Medication details (name, description, photo, color)
Reminder schedules (times and dosages)
Intake history (reminder and confirmation timestamps)
App settings and preferences

No Cloud Sync

We do not offer cloud synchronization. Your health data never leaves your device.

Data Deletion

Since all data is stored locally on your device:

Uninstalling the App removes all App-related data
You can clear App data anytime via Android Settings > Apps > Pill Reminder > Clear Data
Individual medications can be deleted within the App
History is automatically removed when you delete a medication

Children’s Privacy

Pill Reminder is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect any personal information from children. Since our App does not collect personal information from any users, this applies to all age groups equally.

If a child needs medication reminders, a parent or guardian should set up and supervise the App usage.

Your Rights and Choices

You have full control over your data:

Deny Permissions: You can deny optional permissions (like photo access). Core reminder features work without them.
Clear Data: Clear all App data anytime via Android Settings > Apps > Pill Reminder > Clear Data.
Uninstall: Remove the App and all associated data at any time.
Delete Medications: Remove individual medications and their history within the App.
Disable Notifications: Turn off notifications in Android Settings if desired.

Medical Disclaimer

This App is a reminder tool only and does not provide medical advice
Always consult your healthcare provider about your medications
Do not rely solely on this App for critical medication schedules
The developers are not responsible for missed doses or health consequences
Keep a backup reminder system for critical medications

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected by updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this document. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

For significant changes, we will notify users through:

App update release notes on Google Play Store
In-app notification (for major changes)

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Email: cosmik.developer@gmail.com

Summary

In simple terms:

Your medication data stays on your device
We don’t collect your personal data
We don’t track you
We don’t require internet access
No accounts or registration needed
All data is stored locally in a secure database
Uninstalling removes everything
You have full control over your data

Data Safety (Google Play Console)

When filling out the Data Safety form in Play Console:

Data Type	Collected	Shared	Purpose
Health info (medications)	Stored locally only	No	App core functionality
Photos	Accessed locally only	No	Medication identification
App activity	Stored locally only	No	Reminder history

Security Practices:

No data transmitted off device
No user accounts required
Local database storage only
No internet connection required

This privacy policy is effective as of December 31, 2025.