Privacy Policy for ScrollLess: Block Reels Shorts
1. Overview & Applications Covered
This Privacy Policy describes how MedTech Labs handles information in connection with the application ScrollLess: Block Reels Shorts (referred to in this document as "the Application" or "the Service").
This policy applies exclusively to ScrollLess: Block Reels Shorts across its supported platforms (android) with Android Package identifier: com.scrollless.app.
2. Developer & Publisher Identity
The Application is published and operated by:
- Publisher / Organization: MedTech Labs
- Legal Entity: MedTech Labs
- Official Website: https://instantbiodata.in
- Dedicated Privacy Contact: medtech.publisher@gmail.com
3. Information Collection & Practices
Below is the verified inventory of data practices and permissions processed in connection with ScrollLess: Block Reels Shorts:
Google Advertising ID (GAID)
Encrypted TransmissionStandard Google Advertising ID (AD_ID) and device hardware specifications processed by Google AdMob (Google Mobile Ads SDK) to serve banner advertisements and rewarded break ads (which unlock a regulated 5-minute break pass), enforce frequency capping, and prevent ad fraud.
Data Types: Resettable Google Advertising ID (AAID / GAID), Ad interaction metrics
User Control: You can reset or opt out of personalized ads via Android Settings > Google > Ads.
Payment Processing & Order Fulfillment
Encrypted TransmissionIn-app digital purchases and subscriptions (ScrollLess Pro monthly, annual, and lifetime licenses) are processed directly by Google Play In-App Billing. We never collect, receive, or store your credit/debit card numbers, UPI credentials, or billing addresses.
Data Types: Order reference ID, Transaction status, Billing email / phone number
User Control: Card numbers and bank credentials are handled directly by PCI-DSS certified payment gateways and are never stored on our servers.
Android Accessibility Service API (100% On-Device Short-Video Interception)
Processed Locally OnlyScrollLess utilizes the Android AccessibilityService API exclusively on your device to detect when short-form video feeds (Reels/Shorts) are opened and to activate the mindful blocking overlay or break pass counter. PROMINENT DISCLOSURE (Google Play Policy Compliance): ScrollLess does NOT read, capture, store, or transmit your private messages, chats, keystrokes, passwords, photos, personal files, account credentials, or web browsing history. All accessibility events are processed ephemerally in local device RAM and are NEVER uploaded to any remote server or shared with third-party SDKs.
Data Types: Active foreground UI screen indicators in targeted short-video apps (e.g., Instagram Reels tab, YouTube Shorts player)
User Control: The Accessibility Service is strictly voluntary. You can enable, disable, or revoke access at any time via Android Settings > Accessibility > ScrollLess.
Android Usage Access (PACKAGE_USAGE_STATS)
Processed Locally OnlyUsed strictly on-device with user permission to measure foreground screen time of supported apps, calculate daily and weekly time saved versus your baseline, and power hourly dopamine interval breakdown charts (Morning, Midday, Evening, Pre-Sleep). All usage metrics remain strictly on your physical device and are never transmitted to external servers.
Data Types: Foreground application package identifiers (e.g., Instagram, YouTube), App session timestamps and daily screen time duration
User Control: Usage Access requires affirmative user consent and can be revoked at any time via Android Settings > Apps > Special App Access > Usage Access.
Display Over Other Apps (SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW)
Processed Locally OnlyUsed to render the full-screen mindful blocking overlay, break pass timer, and Sprout mascot guidance directly above blocked short-video feeds when your scheduled blocking rules or daily budget limits are active.
Data Types: System overlay permission state
User Control: Overlay permission can be toggled at any time in Android Settings > Apps > Special App Access > Display over other apps.
Local On-Device Storage
Processed Locally OnlyDigital wellbeing statistics, daily reel/short count estimates, 3-hour interval breakdown analytics, Sprout mascot health states, custom blocking schedules, widget settings, and Pro license entitlement flags are stored strictly in your device's sandboxed private storage.
Data Types: Daily reel and short-video interaction estimates, Time saved calculations and weekly habit comparison reports, Sprout mascot mood, health points, and earned milestone cosmetics, Custom blocking rules, schedules, and daily budget limits, Home screen widget layout and display preferences, ScrollLess Pro offline entitlement status
User Control: Users can delete all stored data by resetting app data in device settings.
Ad Interaction & SDK Diagnostics
Encrypted TransmissionAggregated ad performance monitoring, frequency capping, and ad fraud prevention handled automatically by the Google Mobile Ads SDK. Includes GDPR/CMP consent preferences managed via Google User Messaging Platform (UMP).
Data Types: Ad viewability and interaction metrics, Diagnostics and error events processed by Google Mobile Ads SDK
User Control: Users can manage ad personalization or reset their Advertising ID in Android Settings > Google > Ads, or trigger GDPR consent choices via in-app settings.
4. Third-Party Services & SDKs
To provide essential functionalities such as certified ad monetization and secure in-app billing, ScrollLess: Block Reels Shorts integrates the following third-party software development kits (SDKs):
| Service / SDK | Provider | Primary Purpose | Official Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google AdMob | Google LLC | Serving contextual and personalized advertisements; Ad performance analytics and fraud prevention; Ad frequency capping and reporting | Privacy Policy ↗|Docs ↗ |
| Google Play In-App Billing | Google LLC | Processing in-app purchases and managing premium feature entitlements; Validating digital purchase receipts with Google Play APIs | Privacy Policy ↗|Docs ↗ |
5. Advertising & Monetization Disclosures (Google AdMob)
ScrollLess: Block Reels Shorts displays advertisements served by certified third-party ad networks, primarily Google AdMob (including Banner, Native, App Open, and Rewarded video ad formats).
In compliance with Google Play User Data policies, third-party advertising partners (Google AdMob) may collect and process device identifiers (such as the Google Advertising ID / GAID), coarse location derived from IP address, and ad interaction metrics to deliver contextual or personalized ads, prevent fraudulent clicks, and manage frequency capping.
For complete details on how Google processes advertising telemetry, review the Google Privacy Policy ↗. You can manage, reset, or delete your advertising identifier at any time via device settings: Android Settings → Google → Ads → Reset advertising ID or Delete advertising ID.
6. In-App Purchases & Google Play Billing
If you purchase digital products, premium templates, or watermark-free exports within ScrollLess: Block Reels Shorts, all financial transactions and order fulfillments are handled directly by Google Play In-App Billing.
We never receive, collect, or store your credit/debit card details, bank information, or billing addresses. Purchases are tied securely to your Google Play Account and governed by the Google Play Terms of Service and Google Privacy Policy.
7. Analytics & Technical Diagnostics
To ensure high operational stability, crash prevention, and optimal performance across device form factors, technical diagnostics and basic operational telemetry may be processed during app execution. These diagnostics do not contain user identities or sensitive personal documents.
8. User Accounts & Registration
ScrollLess: Block Reels Shorts does NOT require registration, login, or user account creation. The Application functions entirely without user accounts, authentication profiles, or login credentials.
9. Data Retention Policy
All digital wellbeing analytics, reel counts, blocking schedules, and Sprout mascot data are stored 100% locally on your physical device. We operate zero cloud accounts and zero remote databases. Google AdMob advertising identifiers and Google Play In-App Billing purchase tokens are managed directly by Google under their standard data retention policies.
Retention Criteria: Local habit history persists until manually purged by the user or upon app uninstallation. Advertising IDs and purchase tokens are governed by Google account policies.
Backup & Storage Scope: Zero transmission of usage records or personal screen data to remote servers; no cloud backups or external archives are maintained.
10. Data Deletion & User Control Rights
In compliance with Google Play User Data policies and international privacy standards, users have clear control over their data:
How to Delete Data: Because all habit statistics, reel counters, schedules, and mascot progression are stored locally on your device, you can delete all data immediately by tapping 'Delete all local data' in Settings, or by clearing application data via Android Settings > Apps > ScrollLess > Storage > Clear Data. You can also reset or delete your Google Advertising ID at any time via Android Settings > Google > Ads.
Online Deletion Request: https://instantbiodata.in/privacy/scrollless#contact
Email Submission: Send an inquiry with subject "Data Deletion Request - ScrollLess: Block Reels Shorts" to medtech.publisher@gmail.com.
Processing Timeline: Requests are processed within Immediate for on-device data; within 30 days for support communications.
11. Children's Privacy (COPPA & Google Play Families Policy)
General Audience Application: ScrollLess: Block Reels Shorts is designed for general audiences aged 13 and older, including students, professionals, and mindful digital detox seekers wanting to curb doomscrolling. The Application is not directed toward children under 13.
We do not knowingly solicit or collect personal information from children under 13 years of age.
ScrollLess does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. All short-video interception, screen time accounting, and habit progression are executed 100% locally on your physical device.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information without appropriate consent, please contact us immediately so we can promptly take corrective action.
12. Data Security & Protection
We employ industry-standard administrative, physical, and technical safeguards designed to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure:
- Local-first architecture ensuring personal app usage and digital wellbeing metrics never leave your physical device
- Strictly scoped on-device Accessibility Service and Usage Stats evaluation with zero access to or transmission of personal chats, keystrokes, credentials, or browsing history
- All Google Mobile Ads and Google Play In-App Billing network communications encrypted using industry-standard HTTPS/TLS protocols
- Application-sandboxed private local storage preventing unauthorized third-party apps from accessing your habit records or blocking schedules
- User-controlled break pass, scheduling, and instant 'Delete all local data' reset options
13. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may periodically update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in software features, platform SDKs, or regulatory requirements. Any modifications will be posted to this page with an updated revision date.
Last reviewed and updated: 2026-10-12.
14. Contact Information
If you have questions, feedback, or privacy-related requests concerning ScrollLess: Block Reels Shorts, please contact our privacy team: