🔒 FocusCat Privacy Policy
Last Updated: May 6, 2026
Quick Summary: FocusCat is a parental control app that helps children stay focused.
We collect ZERO personal data. Everything stays on your device. No servers, no tracking, no ads.
📸 Camera Usage
Why We Use the Camera
FocusCat uses the front camera only for the optional "Reaction Recording" feature:
- Purpose: Records a short 10-second video when a child attempts to open a blocked app
- Use Case: Parents can view these lighthearted reactions
- Consent: This feature is opt-in only and disabled by default
- Visibility: A small camera preview is always visible during recording
Camera Data Handling
- ✅ Videos stored locally on device only
- ✅ No upload to any server or cloud
- ✅ Parents have full control - view and delete anytime
- ✅ Saved to app's private storage directory
Permissions Required
- CAMERA: To record video reactions
- RECORD_AUDIO: To capture audio with video
🔲 Overlay Permission
FocusCat uses SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW permission to display a blocking screen when children try to open distracting apps during focus time.
How It Works
- Overlay appears only during active focus sessions
- Blocks access to configured apps (Instagram, TikTok, etc.)
- Child can dismiss to return to home screen
- Parents can set PIN to prevent disabling
📊 Data Collection
What We Collect
FocusCat does NOT collect any personal data. All data stays on the device:
- Focus session statistics (local only)
- Parent video messages (local only)
- Reaction videos (local only, if enabled)
- App usage data for blocked apps (local only)
What We DON'T Collect
- ❌ No internet connection required
- ❌ No account creation
- ❌ No data sent to servers
- ❌ No analytics or tracking
- ❌ No advertising
👶 Children's Privacy
FocusCat is designed for parents to help their children:
- No data collection from children under 13 without parental consent
- All features controlled by parent device owner
- No data shared with third parties
🗑️ Data Deletion
Users have full control:
- Reaction videos: Delete individually via Reactions screen
- All app data: Clear via Android Settings → Apps → FocusCat → Clear Data
- Complete removal: Uninstall app to remove all data permanently
📧 Contact
For privacy questions: privacy@focuscat.app
This privacy policy may be updated from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page.