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Universal APK Installer Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 2026

Privacy Policy

At Universal APK Installer, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines how Meiratic ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, processes, and protects your information when you use our Universal APK Installer mobile application (the "App") and our related services (the "Services").

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By downloading and using our App, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect & Process

To provide our core services, we collect non-personal and limited device-related technical information. Because our App runs locally on your Android device to install package files, we do not require a user account, registration, or your name and email to perform installations.

A. Device and Technical Information

We may automatically collect technical details about your device and app usage, including:

  • Device manufacturer, model, and hardware details;
  • Operating system version;
  • Device language and region settings;
  • App performance metrics (crash logs, loading speed, and memory usage);

This information is collected through the following Google Firebase services:

  • Firebase Crashlytics: To help us identify and fix technical issues. This service is enabled by default but can be disabled on first launch.
  • Firebase Analytics: To monitor anonymized app usage metrics such as active users and session duration. This service is optional and requires your explicit consent on first launch.

You can view Google's privacy policy at firebase.google.com/support/privacy.

B. Device Storage Permissions (Required for Core Functionality)

To detect and install `.apk`, `.xapk`, `.apks`, and `.apkm` files, our App requires explicit permissions to access your device storage. Depending on your Android version, one or more of the following permissions may be requested:

  • Manage All Files (`MANAGE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`) — Android 11 and above: Required to scan your device's storage to locate installer packages and safely extract `.xapk` bundles (which contain separate `.apk` and `.obb` expansion files) for installation.
  • Read & Write External Storage (`READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE` / `WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`) — Android 10 and below: Required on older Android versions to locate and process installer packages stored on your device.

In all cases, we only access files directly related to app installation (`.apk`, `.xapk`, `.apks`, and `.apkm` files). We do not upload, share, or process your personal files such as photos, videos, or documents. All installation processing happens locally on your device and no file content is transmitted to our servers.

C. Data Retention

We retain data only for as long as necessary to provide our services:

  • Firebase Crashlytics: Crash reports are retained for 90 days by default;
  • Firebase Analytics: Usage data is retained for 2 months by default;
  • Support correspondence: Emails and other support communications are retained for 12 months from the date of last contact, after which they are deleted.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to operate, maintain, and improve our App and Services:

  • Core Operations: To detect and install packages successfully on your device;
  • Performance Analysis: To identify bugs, crash reports, and improve installation speeds;
  • Customer Support: To respond to your queries when you contact us directly.

We do not use any collected data for advertising, user profiling, or any purpose other than those stated above.

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal data. We may share anonymized or technical information with the following third-party service providers who assist us in operating our App:

A. Google Firebase Crashlytics

Used to collect crash reports and performance metrics to help us identify and fix technical issues. Data collected includes device model, OS version, and crash logs. This service is enabled by default but can be disabled from within the App on first launch.

Firebase Privacy Policy

B. Google Firebase Analytics

Used to monitor anonymized app usage metrics such as active users, session duration, and feature engagement. This helps us understand how the App is used and where we can improve. This service is optional and requires your explicit consent on first launch.

Firebase Privacy Policy

C. Additional Notes on Data Transfers

Both services are provided by Google LLC and are subject to Google's Privacy Policy at policies.google.com/privacy. Data may be transferred to and processed in the United States. Where required by GDPR, such transfers are safeguarded by Google's adherence to the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework.

We do not share your data with any other third parties, advertisers, or data brokers.

4. Your Rights & Data Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your data:

A. European Union & Portugal (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Union, you have the following rights:

  • Right to Access: Request information about what data we collect and how it is used;
  • Right to Rectification: Request correction of any inaccurate data we hold;
  • Right to Erasure: Request deletion of any data we hold about you;
  • Right to Restrict Processing: Request that we limit how we use your data;
  • Right to Object: Object to our processing of your data;
  • Right to Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format;
  • Right to Lodge a Complaint: You have the right to lodge a complaint with the Portuguese data protection authority, the CNPD (Comissão Nacional de Proteção de Dados), at www.cnpd.pt.

B. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

We process your data under the following legal bases:

  • Legitimate Interest: Crash logs and performance metrics collected via Firebase Crashlytics to maintain and improve the App;
  • Consent: Any optional analytics you agree to when first launching the App.

C. California (CCPA) & Colorado (CPA)

If you are a California or Colorado resident:

  • Right to Know: You may request information about the data we collect and share;
  • Right to Delete: You may request deletion of your data;
  • Right to Opt-Out: We do not sell your personal data to third parties.

D. Opting Out of Data Collection

  • Firebase Crashlytics can be disabled from within the App on first launch;
  • Firebase Analytics is optional and requires your explicit consent on first launch. You can withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the details provided in Section 5.

5. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please contact us at:

6. Children's Privacy

Our App is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe your child has provided us with personal data, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page and notify you via an in-app notice on your next launch. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.