# Duplicate Inspector Privacy Policy

Effective date: July 25, 2026

Duplicate Inspector is published by AMK. This policy applies to the Duplicate
Inspector Android application with package name `com.amk.duplicatedetector`.

## Summary

Duplicate Inspector processes files locally on the user's device. The app does
not upload files or scan results and does not collect, sell, or share personal
data.

## Information Processed on the Device

To find duplicates, the app may read file names, folder paths or document URIs,
file sizes, modification dates, file types, and file content. It creates content
hashes and media previews locally. These values are used only to display scan
progress and duplicate groups on the device.

Scan results are held in app memory and are not sent to AMK or any third party.
The selected folder reference and scan preferences are stored locally so the
user can continue with the same settings. The user can forget the selected
folder from Settings or remove local settings by uninstalling the app.

## Data Collection and Sharing

The app contains no advertising, analytics, tracking, account system, or remote
crash-reporting SDK. It does not collect or share personal data.

## Permissions

- Folder access: Android's system folder picker grants access only to a folder
  selected by the user.
- All files access: This optional special access is used only when the user
  chooses whole-phone scanning. It lets the app inspect supported files and
  delete only files the user selects and confirms.
- Notifications: Optional notification access displays progress while a scan
  continues in the background.
- Foreground service and wake lock: These keep a user-started scan running and
  visible to Android while the user switches apps or turns off the screen.

Permissions can be reviewed or removed in Duplicate Inspector Settings or
Android system settings. Folder scanning remains available without All files
access.

## File Deletion

Duplicate Inspector never deletes a file automatically. A file is deleted only
after the user selects it and confirms the permanent deletion warning. The app
requires at least one file to remain in each duplicate group. Deleted files
cannot be restored by Duplicate Inspector.

## Donation Website

The optional Donate action opens `https://supportamk.com/` in the user's chosen
browser. Duplicate Inspector does not receive or store payment details. The
website and any payment application operate separately and are covered by their
own privacy practices.

## Children's Privacy

Duplicate Inspector is a general file-management utility and is not directed to
children. The app does not knowingly collect personal information from anyone,
including children.

## Changes

This policy may be updated when the app's functionality or legal requirements
change. The effective date at the top will be updated when a revision is
published.

## Contact

For privacy questions, contact `info@supportamk.com` or visit
`https://supportamk.com/`.