Privacy Policy for SSHed

Last updated: December 2024

This Privacy Policy describes how SSHed ("the Application", "we", "us", or "our") handles information when you use our mobile application SSHed. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our data practices.

1. Information We Do Not Collect

SSHed is designed with your privacy in mind. We do not collect, store, or process any personal user data, including but not limited to:

• Your IP address or device identifiers
• Personal contact information
• SSH connection details or credentials
• Terminal session content or commands
• Any other personally identifiable information

2. Information Collected by Third-Party Services

While we do not collect personal data directly, we utilize third-party services for application functionality and improvement. These services may collect limited, anonymized data:

2.1 Firebase Analytics

• Purpose: Crash reporting, performance monitoring, and usage analytics
• Data collected: Anonymized app usage patterns, crash reports, device performance metrics
• Retention period: Up to 26 months as per Google's policy
• Legal basis: Legitimate interest in app improvement and stability

2.2 Google Mobile Ads

• Purpose: Display advertisements and measure ad performance
• Data collected: Anonymized advertising identifiers, ad interaction data
• Retention period: As per Google's advertising policies
• Legal basis: Legitimate interest in app monetization

3. Data Storage and Security

3.1 Local Data Storage

All SSH connection data (connection records, saved credentials, preferences) is stored exclusively on your local device using secure storage mechanisms provided by your operating system. We implement the following security measures:

• Encrypted local storage for sensitive connection data
• Secure keychain/keystore integration for credential management
• No cloud synchronization or remote backup of connection data

3.2 Data Retention

• Local data: Retained until you manually delete connections or uninstall the app
• Firebase data: Automatically deleted after 26 months
• Ad data: Managed according to Google's retention policies

4. International Data Transfers

Third-party services (Firebase and Google Ads) may transfer anonymized data to servers located in various countries, including the United States. These transfers are governed by:

• Google's Privacy Shield certification and Standard Contractual Clauses
• Adequate data protection measures as required by applicable laws
• Google's global privacy and security standards

5. Your Rights and Choices

5.1 Local Data Management

You have complete control over your local data:

• View, edit, or delete any saved connections within the app
• Clear all app data through device settings
• Uninstall the app to remove all local data

5.2 Third-Party Data Controls

• Advertising: Opt out of personalized ads through your device's advertising settings
• Analytics: Disable analytics through Firebase settings (if available in future updates)
• Ad ID Reset: Reset your advertising identifier in device privacy settings

6. Children's Privacy

SSHed is not intended for use by children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to remove such information.

7. Cookies and Similar Technologies

Our mobile application does not use cookies. However, third-party advertising services may use similar technologies (such as advertising identifiers) to deliver relevant advertisements. You can manage these through your device settings.

8. Third-Party Links and Services

Our app may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you access through our app.

9. Legal Compliance

This privacy policy complies with applicable privacy laws, including:

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for EU users
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for California residents
• Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. When we make material changes, we will:

• Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
• Notify users through the app or this website
• Provide a summary of significant changes

Your continued use of the app after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

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

• Email: crusade.ray@gmail.com
• Response time: We aim to respond to all inquiries within 30 days

For EU residents: You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe we have not addressed your concerns adequately.