Preliminary version: NetBuddy has not been released yet. This policy describes the current state of development and will be completed before the app launches.
In short
- NetBuddy needs no account and shows no ads.
- The app contains no tracking, analytics or crash reporting services.
- NetBuddy sends no data to us. The app only connects to the devices, servers and websites you add or open yourself.
- Credentials are encrypted and stored only on your device.
Who is responsible
Pocket Systems e.U., Infanglweg 18, 6115 Kolsassberg, Austria
Email: info@pocket-systems.com · Legal notice
Data on your device
Everything you create in NetBuddy stays on your device: devices and connections, credentials, SSH keys, favourites, bookmarks, snippets and settings. We never receive any of it.
Passwords and SSH keys are encrypted with a key from the Android Keystore (AES-GCM). They are excluded from Android's automatic backup and are not transferred when you move to a new device. Other settings may be backed up to your Google account if you have device backup turned on; you control this in the Android settings.
Deleted files go to a recycle bin on your device and are permanently removed after 30 days. Crash reports stay local and are shown to you on the next start so you can pass them on yourself.
Connections to your devices
When you connect to a device (SMB, NFS, FTP/FTPS, SFTP, SSH, Git or via the browser), NetBuddy transmits the necessary data directly to that device, for example your credentials and the files you upload or download. The operators of these devices and services are responsible for them.
The network tools (scanner, ping, port scan, DNS, route) only send requests to the targets you specify or to your local network. Only use them on networks and devices you are authorised to use.
Browser and search
The built-in browser loads the websites you open; their privacy policies apply. If you search from the address bar, your query goes to the search engine you selected in the settings.
Permissions
| Permission | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Internet, network state | Connecting to your devices and websites |
| All files access | File manager for internal storage, SD card and USB |
| Notifications | Background task updates and availability alerts for monitored devices |
| Foreground service | Copying and transferring large amounts of data in the background |
| Install and remove apps | Installing backed-up APK files or uninstalling apps, only when you ask |
| Fingerprint | Optional lock for the app or individual areas; recognition is handled by Android |
Your rights
As we do not receive any personal data through the app, there is nothing for us to disclose or delete. You can remove all data by clearing the app data or uninstalling the app. If you have questions, contact us at mario.greiner@pocket-systems.com. You can also lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority, in Austria the Datenschutzbehörde.
Changes
We will update this policy before the app launches and whenever it changes. Previous versions are listed at the end of this page.