Last Updated: January 2025
Introduction
AndroidMic is an open-source application that allows you to use your Android phone as a microphone for your PC. This privacy policy explains how the application handles your data and privacy.
Data Collection
AndroidMic does not collect, store, or transmit any personal data to external servers. All audio processing and streaming occurs locally between your Android device and your PC.
What We Don't Collect
- No audio recordings are stored
- No personal information is collected
- No usage analytics or telemetry
- No location data
- No data is sent to third-party servers
Local Data
The AndroidMic application may store the following data locally on your devices:
- Connection settings (IP addresses, ports) - stored locally on your PC
- Audio configuration preferences - stored locally on your PC
- App settings and preferences - stored locally on your Android device
This data is stored only on your devices and is never transmitted externally.
Permissions
AndroidMic requires the following permissions on your Android device:
- Microphone Permission: Required to access your phone's microphone for audio input. Audio is streamed directly to your PC and is not recorded or stored.
- Notification Permission: Required to show a persistent notification when recording in the background, as required by Android for background services.
These permissions are used solely for the application's core functionality and are not used for any other purpose.
Network Communication
When using WiFi connection mode, AndroidMic communicates over your local network:
- Audio data is streamed directly between your Android device and PC
- No data passes through external servers
- All communication occurs on your local network
- No internet connection is required (except for initial download)
Open Source
AndroidMic is open-source software licensed under GPL-3.0. The complete source code is available on GitHub, allowing you to review exactly what the application does with your data.
Third-Party Services
AndroidMic does not integrate with any third-party analytics, advertising, or tracking services. The application operates entirely independently.
Updates
This privacy policy may be updated from time to time. We will notify users of any significant changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.
Your Rights
Since AndroidMic does not collect personal data, there is no data to request, modify, or delete. You have complete control over:
- What permissions you grant to the application
- When and how you use the application
- All data stored locally on your devices
Contact
If you have questions about this privacy policy or the application's data handling, please open an issue on the GitHub repository.
Compliance
AndroidMic is designed with privacy in mind and complies with privacy best practices. Since no personal data is collected, the application inherently respects user privacy rights.