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Privacy Policy
Effective date: March 13, 2026
Overview
Hush is a white noise app that runs entirely on your device. We built it with a simple principle: an app that plays sounds has no business knowing anything about you.
Data Collection
Hush collects no data — none whatsoever.
- No personal information
- No usage statistics or analytics
- No crash reports sent to any server
- No advertising identifiers
- No device identifiers
- No location data
- No audio recordings (the app generates noise; it does not record)
Network Access
Hush does not request the INTERNET permission. It is incapable of sending or receiving any data over a network. You can verify this in the app's manifest or in your device's App Info screen under Permissions.
Permissions Used
| Permission | Purpose |
|---|---|
| FOREGROUND_SERVICE | Keeps audio playing when the screen is off or you switch apps |
| FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK | Required by Android 10+ for media-type background services |
| POST_NOTIFICATIONS | Displays the playback control notification on Android 13+ |
| WAKE_LOCK | Prevents the CPU from sleeping while audio is actively playing |
None of these permissions are used to collect, transmit, or store any information.
Third-Party Services
Hush does not integrate any third-party SDKs, advertising networks, analytics platforms, or crash reporting services.
Data Storage
Hush does not write any files to your device's storage beyond what Android automatically creates for the app itself (such as a default shared preferences file). No user data is persisted.
Children's Privacy
Hush does not collect data from anyone, including children under 13. The app is safe for use by children.
Changes to This Policy
If this policy ever changes (for example, if a future version adds optional features that require data handling), the updated policy will be published with a new effective date. The app will not retroactively collect data without explicit notice.
Contact
If you have any questions about this privacy policy, please open an issue on the GitHub repository: github.com/gsitsc/hush/issues