Astra AI Launcher ("the App", "we", "our", or "us") is a free, ad-supported Android application that combines a home screen launcher with smart reminder and countdown features. This Privacy Policy explains what information is collected, how it is used, and how it is protected when you use the App. By installing or using the App, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
Most launcher and reminder data is processed and stored locally on your device. We do not sell your personal information. Some features rely on Android permissions or third-party SDKs that may collect limited information as described below.
The App may use third-party services that operate under their own privacy policies, including:
Google Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Like other Android launcher apps, Astra AI Launcher requests certain permissions so core features can work. Below is what each permission is used for and how your data is handled.
Astra AI Launcher functions as a home screen replacement. To display your app drawer, place app icons on the desktop, and let you search or launch installed apps, the App requires broad visibility into installed applications on your device.
Your installed app list (app names, package names, and icons) is processed entirely on your device. This information is not uploaded to our servers, stored remotely, or sold to third parties.
Launcher desktop features are available only when you choose to set Astra AI Launcher as your default home app through Android system settings. This is optional. You can switch back to another launcher at any time in Settings > Apps > Default apps > Home app.
This permission allows the App to host system and third-party widgets on your home screen, consistent with standard Android launcher behavior. Widget configuration data remains on your device.
If you choose to uninstall an app from the launcher interface, this permission allows Android to process the uninstall request you initiate. We do not uninstall apps without your explicit action.
Used only when you tap the voice input button while creating a reminder with AI. Audio is not recorded in the background. If you deny this permission, you can still type reminders manually.
Required to load legal pages, process AI reminder requests, fetch online content where applicable, and serve advertisements through third-party ad networks.
Used so advertising partners such as Google AdMob can measure ad delivery and, where permitted by your device settings, serve personalized ads. You can limit ad personalization in your device's ad settings or reset your Advertising ID at any time.
Used for launcher gestures or shortcuts that expand the system status bar, consistent with common launcher utility features.
On supported Android versions, the App may request permission to post notifications in your device's notification shade. This permission is used together with AlarmManager and scheduled alarms so we can alert you when a reminder is due—for example, showing the reminder title, time, and related details at the moment you scheduled.
Notifications are used only for reminder-related alerts and similar App functionality you enable. We do not use this permission to send unrelated promotional messages without your consent. You may deny or revoke notification permission at any time in Android system settings; if you do, reminder alerts may not appear until permission is granted again.
When your network connection is unstable or unreliable, the App may use a VPN service to help maintain connectivity while synchronizing news, feeds, and other online content or data updates. This is intended to improve the reliability of background sync—not to monitor or collect unrelated browsing activity.
VPN functionality is activated only when needed for these sync features. You will be informed through the system VPN connection prompt before a VPN session is established, and you may disconnect or deny VPN access in Android settings at any time. Data transmitted through the VPN is limited to what is required to fetch and update the content or services described in the App.
Reminder records, launcher layout preferences, and most configuration data are stored locally on your device. Uninstalling the App or clearing app data may permanently delete this information unless you have backed it up through Android backup features where available.
When you use AI reminder creation, the text or transcribed voice content you provide may be transmitted to our servers or third-party AI providers for parsing. Please do not submit passwords, financial details, or other highly sensitive personal information. AI output is a suggestion only; you should review all details before saving a reminder.
Astra AI Launcher may display advertisements using Google AdMob through the Google Mobile Ads SDK, similar to other free launcher apps on Google Play.
The advertising SDK may automatically collect information such as:
This information may be used to serve ads, measure ad performance, and provide ad personalization where allowed by your device and consent settings. Opting out of personalized ads does not remove all ads; non-personalized ads may still be shown. Data collection by Google is governed by Google's privacy policies.
If the App encounters errors, diagnostic information ("Log Data") may be collected through third-party services. This may include IP address, device model, Android version, app configuration, and the time of the error. This data is used to improve stability and is not used to identify you for unrelated purposes.
The App itself does not use browser cookies. However, third-party SDKs used for advertising or analytics may use cookies or similar technologies according to their own policies.
Launcher and reminder data stored on your device remains there until you delete it, uninstall the App, or clear app storage. Server-side data related to AI requests or diagnostics is retained only as long as needed to provide the service, troubleshoot issues, and meet legal requirements.
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share limited data with service providers only as needed to operate the App, including hosting, AI processing, advertising, analytics, and crash diagnostics. Data accessed through launcher permissions is used strictly for app functionality. Third-party services such as Google AdMob process data according to their own privacy policies.
We use commercially reasonable safeguards to protect information in transit and in operation. However, no method of electronic storage or transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Astra AI Launcher is not directed to children under the age of 13 (or the minimum age required in your region). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us personal information, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the App after changes means you accept the revised policy.
If you have questions or suggestions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at ticket_l001@blastoa.com.