🎵 Privacy Policy

Musicfy - Your Music, Your Privacy

Effective Date: September 24, 2025

🔒 Your Music, Your Privacy

Musicfy is built with your privacy as a top priority. We don't collect, store, or share any personally identifiable information. All your music stays on your device, and all processing happens locally.

📊 Information We Collect

Simple answer: Nothing.

  • No personally identifiable information is collected
  • No tracking of your listening habits or preferences
  • No data stored on external servers
  • All music files and settings remain on your device
  • No analytics or usage statistics collected

Every permission we request is used solely to provide music playback features. Nothing more, nothing less.

🔑 Permissions We Need

Musicfy requires several permissions to deliver a seamless music experience. Here's a detailed breakdown of each permission and why we need it:

🎧 Audio & Media Access

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Audio Files Access

READ_MEDIA_AUDIO

Allows Musicfy to access and play audio files stored on your device. This is the core permission that lets you enjoy your music library.

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Video Files Access

READ_MEDIA_VIDEO

Enables the app to access video files for displaying thumbnails, album artwork, background visuals, or supporting video playback features.

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Storage Access

READ/WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE

For older Android versions, this allows reading and managing your local music files for playback and playlist management.

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Audio Settings

MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS

Lets Musicfy adjust audio output settings for optimal playback quality, including equalizer and volume controls.

🔊 Playback & Control

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Notifications

POST_NOTIFICATIONS

Shows playback controls in your notification area so you can easily play, pause, skip tracks, and see what's currently playing.

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Settings Management

WRITE_SETTINGS

Saves your personalized preferences like volume levels, equalizer settings, and playback options for a customized experience.

Alarms & Timers

SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM

Enables scheduling features like sleep timers, playback reminders, or alarm-based music playback.

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Background Playback

FOREGROUND_SERVICE

Essential for continuous music playback when you switch apps or lock your screen. Ensures uninterrupted listening experience.

🌐 Connectivity

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Bluetooth Connection

BLUETOOTH / BLUETOOTH_CONNECT

Connects to Bluetooth audio devices like wireless headphones, speakers, and car audio systems for wireless music enjoyment.

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Internet Access

INTERNET / ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE

Required for streaming music from online sources and accessing internet-based content. Checks network availability for streaming features.

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Wake Lock

WAKE_LOCK

Prevents your device from sleeping during active playback to ensure smooth, uninterrupted music streaming without gaps or stutters.

🎯 How We Use Permissions

Every permission serves a specific purpose for music playback:

  • All permissions are used locally on your device
  • No data is transmitted to external servers
  • Permissions are only used for their stated purposes
  • You maintain full control over your music and data
  • No tracking, no analytics, no data collection

🤝 Data Sharing

We don't share any data because we don't collect any data.

  • No personal information is shared with third parties
  • No listening habits or preferences are tracked or sold
  • No user data is transmitted anywhere
  • Your music library stays private on your device

🔐 Security

Since Musicfy doesn't collect, store, or transmit any personal data, there's no risk of data breaches from our end. The app operates entirely on your device:

  • All processing happens locally on your device
  • Your music files never leave your device
  • No user accounts or cloud storage required
  • Your device security = Your music privacy

🔄 Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally to reflect app improvements or legal requirements. When changes are made:

  • The "Effective Date" at the top will be updated
  • Notifications will be posted within the app
  • Major changes will be highlighted in the app
  • We recommend checking this page periodically

❓ Questions?

If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback about this Privacy Policy or how Musicfy handles your information, we're here to help!

📜 Open Source & Attribution

Musicfy is based on RetroMusicPlayer, a free and open-source music player that respects user freedom and privacy.

🔓 Free and Open Source Software (FOSS)

This app is licensed under the GNU General Public License v3.0 (GPL-3.0).

✅ Your Freedoms

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Use Freely

Use this software for any purpose, personal or commercial

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Study & Learn

Study how the app works and modify the source code

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Share Freely

Share and distribute copies with others

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Contribute

Distribute your modifications and improvements

💡 Musicfy respects user freedom and complies with open source licensing requirements. We believe in transparency, community contribution, and software that users can trust and verify.