Privacy Policy

1. Overview

TechWhisper built FocusWeb Browser as a private, distraction-free mobile web browser for Android. We respect your privacy: FocusWeb Browser does not require an account, does not include advertising or analytics SDKs, and does not collect, transmit, sell, or share your personal data or browsing history with TechWhisper servers.

2. Data Stored Locally on Your Device

All app preferences and browsing state remain strictly on your device in private app storage (Android auto-backup is disabled via android:allowBackup="false"):

• Saved Sites & Last URL: Labels, HTTPS/HTTP URLs of sites you add, and your last visited web URL are stored locally in SharedPreferences (focusweb_prefs) so the browser opens quickly where you left off.
• Browser Engine Data: Website cookies, site storage, cache, and permissions are managed locally on-device by the embedded Mozilla GeckoView engine.
• Optional User-Installed Extensions: If you choose to install compatible Firefox WebExtensions (from Mozilla Add-ons or a local .xpi file), those add-ons and their settings are stored locally inside the app's sandboxed storage.

3. Network Connections & Third-Party Services

FocusWeb Browser operates without a TechWhisper backend server. Network requests occur only when you:

• Visit Websites: Your device connects directly to the websites you open. Those websites have their own privacy policies and data practices outside our control.
• Use Built-In Browser Protections: The app uses Mozilla GeckoView configured with Strict Enhanced Tracking Protection and Safe Browsing protections. Any Safe Browsing or add-on metadata checks initiated by GeckoView or Mozilla Add-ons (addons.mozilla.org) when you browse or install extensions are governed by Mozilla's privacy practices.

FocusWeb Browser enforces HTTPS-friendly security settings (cleartext HTTP traffic disabled by default for app connections, strict tracking protection enabled) and contains no third-party advertising networks, crash-reporting trackers, or behavioral telemetry SDKs.

4. Android Permissions Used

FocusWeb Browser requests only the permissions required for core browsing and media playback functionality:

• INTERNET & ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE: Required to load web pages and detect connectivity.
• FOREGROUND_SERVICE, FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK & WAKE_LOCK: Used to keep user-initiated audio/video media playback running smoothly when the app is minimized or the screen is off, accompanied by a visible system media notification.
• POST_NOTIFICATIONS: Required on Android 13+ to display playback controls and status notifications for active media sessions.

5. Data Retention & Deletion

Because TechWhisper does not collect or store your data on external servers, we hold no copy of your browsing activity or personal information. You can delete all locally stored app data at any time by:

• Removing individual saved sites inside FocusWeb Browser.
• Clearing app storage in Android Settings (Settings > Apps > FocusWeb Browser > Storage > Clear storage).
• Uninstalling FocusWeb Browser from your device.

6. Children's Privacy

FocusWeb Browser is a general-purpose web browser intended for users aged 18 and over. It is not directed at children under 13 (or the applicable age of digital consent in your jurisdiction), and TechWhisper does not knowingly collect personal information from children.

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect app updates or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted at this page with a revised Effective Date.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions or privacy requests regarding FocusWeb Browser (in.techwhisper.focusweb), please contact TechWhisper at contact@techwhisper.in.