CallShield Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 6, 2026

1. Overview

CallShield is a default phone app that helps you manage incoming calls using profiles, contact categories, and call screening. This policy explains what information the app accesses, how it is used, and your choices.

2. Information We Access

• Contacts: names, phone numbers, and contact photos from your device to display callers and assign whitelist/blacklist categories.
• Call log: recent call history from your device to show recents inside the app.
• Phone state and phone numbers: to detect, place, answer, and screen calls when the app is set as your default dialer.

3. How We Use Information

• Sync contacts into local app storage for search, categorization, and caller identification.
• Screen incoming calls based on your selected profile and contact category.
• Display recent calls and in-call caller information.
• Store your app preferences locally, including theme, active profile, and screening settings.

4. Data Storage

All app data is stored locally on your device in a private app database. CallShield does not transmit your contacts, call history, or phone activity to external servers.

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties. The app does not include advertising SDKs or analytics trackers.

6. Permissions

The app requests phone, contacts, and call log permissions because it functions as a default dialer and call screening app. Emergency numbers are always allowed and are never blocked by the app.

7. Data Retention and Deletion

You can delete all locally stored app data at any time from the three-dot menu using Delete My Data. Uninstalling the app also removes local app data from your device. Device call logs and contacts stored outside the app remain on your phone according to your device settings.

8. Security

Sensitive app data is excluded from cloud backup and device-to-device transfer backup rules. You should protect your device with a screen lock.

9. Children's Privacy

This app is not directed at children under 13 and does not knowingly collect information from children.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Material changes will be reflected in the in-app policy and on this hosted page.

11. Contact

For privacy questions, contact the developer using the support email listed on the Google Play store listing.