Privacy Policy - Local ADB Connect
Local ADB Connect
Official Privacy Policy & Data Disclosure
1. Overview & Architecture
Local ADB Connect is an on-device Android Debug Bridge (ADB) client and terminal developer tool designed to communicate with Android's internal Wireless Debugging daemon via local loopback sockets (127.0.0.1 / localhost or local Wi-Fi subnet).
We respect your privacy. All ADB commands, terminal sessions, keystrokes, package management operations, RSA authentication keys, and certificates remain entirely inside your device's private app sandbox. We do not operate external servers, telemetry databases, or personal data collection pipelines.
2. Android Permissions & Exact Purpose
| Permission | Technical Purpose |
|---|---|
INTERNET & ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE |
Establishes local TCP socket connections to Android's local Wireless Debugging port (localhost) and delivers advertising. |
ACCESS_WIFI_STATE & CHANGE_WIFI_MULTICAST_STATE |
Enables local mDNS / NSD discovery to detect local Wireless Debugging pairing & connect services without manual IP entry. |
POST_NOTIFICATIONS |
Displays interactive pairing PIN notifications with RemoteInput and 1-tap disconnect controls for active ADB sessions. |
FOREGROUND_SERVICE & CONNECTED_DEVICE |
Keeps the pairing observer active in the background when switching to Android Developer Options in multi-window/split-screen. |
com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID |
Used strictly by Google Mobile Ads SDK (Next-Gen) to display test and contextual advertisements. |
3. Third-Party Advertising & Consent Management
To support ongoing development and maintenance, this application integrates official Google SDKs:
- Google Mobile Ads (GMA) Next-Gen SDK: Serves banner, interstitial, and app open advertisements.
- Google User Messaging Platform (UMP) SDK: Provides European Economic Area (EEA), UK, and CCPA users with granular consent controls.
You can review or modify your advertising consent preferences at any time from within the app via Settings → Privacy & Ads → Update Ad Privacy & GDPR Consent.
4. Data Storage & Security
- Local Encrypted Storage: All settings, saved devices, command history, and snippets are stored using Android Jetpack DataStore in private app storage.
- Right to Deletion: Uninstalling the application or clearing app storage immediately and permanently purges all local keys, certificates, history, and records.
- Children's Privacy: Our app is a developer tool and does not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13.
5. Contact & Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect new features or platform requirements. The latest version will always be accessible within the app and via Google Play Store.
Effective Date: August 2026