# Switch Keyboard — Legal Documents *Digital Upground* # Privacy Policy **Last updated: March 11, 2026** ## 1. Introduction Digital Upground ("we", "our", "us") built the Switch Keyboard app ("the App") as a free app with optional premium features. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use the App and the choices you have regarding your data. ## 2. Keyboard Input — What We Do NOT Collect Switch Keyboard does **NOT** collect, store, transmit, or share any text you type. All text input and keyboard processing is performed entirely on your device. We have no access to your keystrokes, passwords, messages, search queries, or any other content you enter using the keyboard. ## 3. Data We May Collect We may collect the following non-personal, anonymized information to improve the App: - Crash reports and diagnostic data (via Android's built-in crash reporting) - Anonymous usage statistics (e.g. which features are used most) - Device type and OS version (for compatibility purposes) This information cannot be used to identify you personally. ## 4. Advertising & Advertising ID The free version of the App displays advertisements via Google AdMob (Google LLC). Google AdMob may collect and use your device's advertising ID and other non-personal data to serve relevant ads. We use Google's User Messaging Platform (UMP) to obtain consent where required by law (e.g. GDPR in the EU/EEA, CCPA in California). You can reset or opt out of personalized ads in your device settings under Google > Ads. ## 5. In-App Purchases Premium subscriptions are processed through Google Play Billing (Google LLC). We do not have access to your payment card information. All billing transactions are managed by Google in accordance with Google's Privacy Policy. ## 6. Third-Party Services The App integrates the following third-party services, each subject to its own privacy policy: - **Google AdMob & UMP (Google LLC)** — Advertising and consent - **Google Play Billing (Google LLC)** — In-app purchases - **Coil** — Local image loading (no data sent externally) - **Lottie (Airbnb, Inc.)** — Local animation rendering (no data sent externally) - **Room (Google LLC)** — Local on-device database (no data sent externally) ## 7. Permissions & Their Purpose The App requests the following permissions and uses them solely for the stated purpose: - **Vibrate** — Haptic feedback on key press (no data collected) - **Internet** — Required for ads, themes, and update checks - **Read Media Images** — Only to let you choose a wallpaper image (image stays on device) - **Post Notifications** — Optional notifications for app updates - **Record Audio** — Powers the voice-to-text feature; audio is processed on-device and not recorded or stored ## 8. Data Retention & Children's Privacy Since we do not collect personal data, there is no personal data to retain or delete. Anonymous analytics data is retained for no longer than 12 months. The App is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such data, please contact us. ## 9. Changes to This Policy We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy regularly. ## 10. Contact Us If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: **Digital Upground** Email: flashstudio.dev@gmail.com # Terms of Use **Last updated: March 11, 2026** ## 1. Acceptance of Terms By downloading, installing, or using the Switch Keyboard app ("the App"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the App. These Terms are provided by Digital Upground ("we", "us", "our"). ## 2. Keyboard Functionality & Data Access Switch Keyboard operates as an input method (IME) on your Android device. As a keyboard app, it technically has access to text you type, including passwords and personal messages. We do not collect, store, or transmit your keystrokes or any typed content to any server. All input processing occurs entirely on your device. We are committed to your privacy and security. ## 3. App Permissions The App requests the following device permissions to provide its features: - **Vibrate** — Provides haptic feedback when keys are pressed. - **Internet** — Loads themes, serves advertisements, and checks for updates. - **Read Media Images** — Allows you to set custom images as keyboard wallpapers. - **Post Notifications** — Sends optional app updates and announcements. - **Record Audio** — Enables the voice-to-text input feature. You can manage or revoke these permissions at any time in your device settings. ## 4. License We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use the App for your personal, non-commercial purposes. You may not copy, modify, distribute, sell, or lease any part of the App, nor may you reverse engineer or attempt to extract the source code of the App. ## 5. Premium Subscriptions Certain features require a paid subscription ("Premium"). Subscriptions are offered on a monthly or 3-month basis and are billed through Google Play. They automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the billing period. You can manage and cancel subscriptions in your Google Play account settings. Refund requests are handled by Google Play in accordance with Google's refund policies. ## 6. Advertising The free version of the App displays advertisements provided by Google AdMob (Google LLC). Ads are served based on contextual data and may use your device's advertising ID. We use Google's User Messaging Platform (UMP) for consent management in applicable regions (e.g. GDPR, CCPA). You can opt out of personalized advertising in your device settings under Google > Ads. ## 7. Third-Party Services & Libraries The App uses the following third-party services and open-source libraries, each governed by its own terms and privacy policy: - **Google AdMob & UMP (Google LLC)** — Advertising and consent management - **Google Play Billing (Google LLC)** — In-app purchases and subscriptions - **Jetpack Compose & AndroidX (Google LLC)** — UI framework - **Coil** — Image loading and caching - **Lottie (Airbnb, Inc.)** — Animation rendering - **Room (Google LLC)** — Local on-device data storage ## 8. User Conduct You agree not to use the App to: - Violate any applicable laws or regulations - Infringe the intellectual property rights of others - Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any systems or networks - Circumvent or disable any security features of the App ## 9. Intellectual Property The App and all of its original content, features, and functionality are and will remain the exclusive property of Digital Upground. The App is protected by copyright, trademark, and other applicable laws. ## 10. Disclaimer of Warranties The App is provided on an "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that the App will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components. ## 11. Limitation of Liability To the maximum extent permitted by law, Digital Upground shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including loss of profits, data, or goodwill, arising from your use of the App. ## 12. Changes to Terms We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of significant changes by updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the App after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. ## 13. Governing Law These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable law, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. ## 14. Contact Us If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at: **Digital Upground** Email: flashstudio.dev@gmail.com ---