Privacy Policy - Java Launcher King

📋 Overview

Java Launcher King ("we", "our", or "the app") is a third-party launcher that allows users to play Minecraft: Java Edition on Android devices. This Privacy Policy explains what information is collected, how it is used, and your rights as a user.

            We do not sell your personal data to any third party. Data collected is used solely for
            providing the app's functionality and displaying advertisements.
        

📦 Information We Collect

The app itself does not directly collect personal information. However, the following data may be processed:

Minecraft Account Data — Your Microsoft / Minecraft account credentials are handled entirely through Microsoft's official authentication servers. We do not store your password.
Device Information — Device model, OS version, and architecture are used locally to ensure compatibility with Java runtimes.
Crash Logs — If the app crashes, a local crash report is saved on your device storage. This is not automatically transmitted anywhere.
Advertising Data — Our advertising partners may collect device identifiers and usage data to serve personalized ads (see Advertising section below).

🔐 Permissions Used

Permission	Reason
INTERNET	Downloading Minecraft files, authentication, and loading ads
ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE	Checking network availability before downloading
READ / WRITE EXTERNAL STORAGE	Storing Minecraft game files (Android 9 and below only)
RECORD_AUDIO	Required by Minecraft for in-game voice and audio features
POST_NOTIFICATIONS	Showing download progress notifications
FOREGROUND_SERVICE	Keeping the game running while the app is in the background

📢 Advertising

This app uses AppLovin MAX as its advertising platform, with Meta Audience Network as a mediation partner. These services may collect and use data to show relevant ads.

Ads are displayed in the following formats:

Banner Interstitial App Open

Data that advertising SDKs may collect includes:

Advertising ID (Google Advertising ID / GAID)
IP address and general location
Device type, OS version, and language
App usage and interaction data

For more information, review the privacy policies of our advertising partners:

            You can opt out of personalized advertising at any time through your device settings:

            Settings → Google → Ads → Delete advertising ID

🔗 Third-Party Services

This app connects to the following third-party services:

Microsoft / Xbox Live — for Minecraft account authentication
Mojang API — for downloading Minecraft game files and versions
CurseForge API — for browsing and installing mods (optional)
AppLovin / Meta — for serving advertisements

Each of these services has its own privacy policy and data practices which are independent of this app.

👶 Children's Privacy

This app is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided personal information through this app, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.

Minecraft: Java Edition itself requires users to be at least 13 years old per Microsoft's Terms of Service.

🛡️ Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information. Your Minecraft account tokens are stored locally on your device and are never transmitted to our servers. All communication with Mojang and Microsoft servers uses secure HTTPS connections.

⚖️ Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

Access the personal data held about you
Request deletion of your data
Opt out of personalized advertising
Withdraw consent at any time

To delete your account data from the app, simply use the account removal option within the app or uninstall it. Uninstalling removes all locally stored data.

📝 Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

✉️ Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

📧 support.jlkingapp@gmail.com