On-device data
Names, phone numbers, email addresses, photos, groups, and other contact fields
App privacy policy
Privacy policy for Fossify Contacts
Effective July 12, 2026.
Summary
Local data and Android access
Contacts works without a Fossify account, advertising, or tracking. The app does not request Android's Internet permission or send usage data to Fossify.
Android access
Contacts read and write access
Outside the device
Contacts may sync through accounts or contact providers configured on the device. Fossify does not operate a contact sync service.
Scope
This policy describes how Fossify Contacts handles information used by its features. Fossify does not provide an account or cloud service for this app.
Data processed on the device
The app reads or creates the following information only as needed for its features:
- Names, phone numbers, email addresses, photos, groups, and other contact fields
- Contact accounts and sync settings exposed by Android
- vCard files when you import or export contacts
Permissions and system services
Android access depends on the feature, Android version, and choices made in system settings. Relevant access includes:
- Contacts read and write access
- Account and sync-setting access for Android contact providers
- Call access when you start a call from a contact
- Legacy storage access for vCard import and export on older Android versions
Permissions can be reviewed or revoked in Android settings. Some features will stop working when their permission is unavailable.
Advertising, tracking, and data collection
Fossify Contacts does not request Android's Internet permission. It contains no advertising and does not track users. The app does not send app data, usage records, or identifiers to Fossify. It does not send data to third parties for advertising, analytics, or tracking.
Other apps and services
Contacts may sync through accounts or contact providers configured on the device. Fossify does not operate a contact sync service.
Android, app stores, backup and device-transfer services, and any external app or provider you choose to use operate under their own terms and privacy policies.
Storage and deletion
App settings and local records remain on the device until they are changed or deleted in the app, cleared through Android settings, or removed by uninstalling the app. Files or records managed through Android system providers follow those providers' storage, deletion, and backup settings.
Logs and support
The app does not send diagnostic or usage logs to Fossify. If you report a problem, you decide what text, screenshots, recordings, or log files to share. Public issue reports are visible to anyone; contact Fossify by email before sharing private information.
Security
The app runs within Android's application and permission model. Its source code is public for review. Keep Android and the app up to date.
Changes and contact
Material changes will be published on this page with a new effective date. Questions about this policy can be sent to hello@fossify.org.