Data Handling and Privacy
The SOS App is built with privacy and security as top priorities — protecting your personal information while delivering powerful emergency services.
We believe your emergency data belongs to you, and no one else.
Overview
The SOS App handles your data using the following core principles:
- Emergency Data Stored Locally: Contacts, health profiles, and app settings are saved only on your device.
- Explicit User Consent for Uploads: Only after you grant permission, selected data (like recordings and backups) are uploaded securely to your private Google Drive.
- No Commercial Sharing or Selling: Your information is never sold, rented, or used for advertising or analytics.
- Transparent Permissions: Every permission request is explained clearly — no hidden data access.
You remain in full control of your data at all times.
No hidden background uploads, no unauthorized sharing.
Key Data Handling Principles
| Principle | Practice |
|---|---|
| Local-first Storage | Sensitive data remains on your device unless you explicitly choose to back it up. |
| User Consent | Cloud uploads occur only after you manually grant Google Drive access. |
| Minimal Data Access | The SOS App only requests permissions strictly needed for emergency features. |
| Privacy by Design | No third-party data analytics libraries or advertising trackers are embedded in the app. |
Your information is treated as private and mission-critical — not as a business asset.
What Data is Stored Locally
The following information is securely stored only on your device:
- Emergency Contacts (names and phone numbers)
- Health Profile (blood group, allergies, medical conditions)
- Step Tracking and Health Activity Reports
- Fall Detection Sensitivity and Settings
- Secret Emergency Audio and Video Recordings (unless uploaded to Drive)
- Family Tracking Token Information
Nothing is transmitted to external servers unless you enable Google Drive backups yourself.
What Data May Be Uploaded (Optional)
Only if you enable Cloud Backup or Google Drive uploads:
- Secret Emergency Audio and Video Recordings
- Emergency Contacts List
- Health Profile Settings
- SOS App Configuration Preferences
All uploads happen securely inside your linked Google Drive account — stored privately in a hidden folder under your ownership.
You can view, manage, or delete these backups anytime through your Google Drive dashboard.
User Control and Consent
- Manual Backup Control: You decide when and what to back up.
- Removable Cloud Access: You can revoke Google Drive access anytime inside the SOS App Settings.
- Data Deletion: Uninstalling the SOS App deletes all local data unless backed up manually.
- No Forced Cloud Dependency: All core features (alerts, fall detection, recordings) work completely offline if you prefer.
Privacy choices remain in your hands, always.
Best Practices for Managing Your Data
| Recommendation | Why It Helps |
|---|---|
| Enable Cloud Backup | Protects your emergency contacts and settings against device loss or damage. |
| Review Google Drive storage periodically | Manage old recordings and backups for space and privacy. |
| Periodically update health and contact profiles | Ensure emergency responders receive accurate information. |
| Revoke access if no longer using Cloud Backup | Maintain clean and intentional cloud permissions. |
Common Questions
Does the SOS App send data to external servers?
No.
All critical data stays local unless you manually activate cloud backup features via Google Drive.
Can I use the SOS App completely offline?
Yes.
The SOS App is fully functional offline, including SOS alerts (via SMS), fall detection, health tracking, and secret recordings.
What happens to my data if I uninstall the SOS App?
Local data (contacts, health profiles, recordings) is deleted when the app is uninstalled.
Cloud backups remain inside your Google Drive account unless manually deleted.
Can I delete my cloud backups later?
Yes.
Simply log into your Google Drive, find the SOS App folder, and delete any backups or recordings you no longer wish to keep.
Troubleshooting
| Issue | Solution |
|---|---|
| Unable to find cloud backups | Ensure you granted Google Drive access and allowed uploads. |
| App asking permissions repeatedly | Verify permission status under device settings; regrant if necessary. |
| Recordings missing | Check local storage folder inside the app or Google Drive backups if enabled. |
| Backup failed error | Confirm stable internet connection and Drive sync status. |
The SOS App prioritizes your privacy — keeping sensitive emergency data local by default, and giving you full control over optional cloud backups.
With no hidden tracking, no commercial sharing, and strict on-device security, you can trust the SOS App to protect not just your physical safety, but also your digital privacy.
Own your safety. Protect your privacy.
What's Next
Learn how the SOS App ensures zero server-based storage for maximum user control and offline reliability.