Privacy Policy

Introduction

SafeMe Israel is a personal safety Android application designed to help users send emergency alerts and reach trusted contacts. This Privacy Policy explains how information is processed and handled when you use the app.

By using SafeMe Israel, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with these practices, please do not use the application.

Important: SafeMe Israel is a personal safety assistance tool, not a replacement for emergency services. For life-threatening emergencies, always contact local police, ambulance, or security services directly.

What SafeMe Does

SafeMe Israel is an Android application that helps users:

• Send emergency SOS alerts to trusted contacts they designate
• Share real-time location with those trusted contacts
• Send quick help requests with location and custom messages
• Create optional audio recordings and event documentation

SafeMe does not replace police, ambulance services, emergency responders, or security authorities. You are responsible for configuring the app correctly and selecting appropriate trusted contacts.

How Emergency Alerts Work

When you send an emergency alert in SafeMe:

1. Your message, location, and recipient details are prepared on your device
2. The alert is sent directly from your device to the phone numbers of your trusted contacts via SMS or WhatsApp
3. SafeMe does not route, redirect, or store these alerts on SafeMe-operated servers
4. You are responsible for ensuring your contacts' phone numbers are accurate and current

Alerts are sent directly from your device to recipients. Delivery depends on your mobile network, mobile carrier SMS service availability, WhatsApp service availability, and the recipient's ability to receive messages. SafeMe cannot guarantee delivery, speed, or receipt.

Information Processed on Your Device

SafeMe processes the following information on your device:

User-Provided Information

• Trusted contact names and phone numbers
• Custom emergency messages and alert content you create
• Device contacts you select as trusted recipients
• Optional audio recordings or event documentation you create

Information Generated During Emergency Alerts

• GPS location at the time of an alert (if location permission is granted)
• Timestamp of emergency alerts you send
• Messages and recipient details included in alerts you choose to send

Device Permissions

SafeMe requests the following device permissions:

• Location (to enable real-time location sharing with trusted contacts)
• Contacts (to help you select trusted recipients)
• Microphone (if you enable optional audio recording)
• Storage (if you create event documentation)

You control whether to grant these permissions. SafeMe cannot function without appropriate permissions for the features you wish to use. Note: SMS and WhatsApp are alert delivery channels, not device permissions; alert delivery through these services depends on your carrier and the WhatsApp service being available and working.

Optional Recording and Documentation Features

SafeMe includes optional features for audio recording and event documentation. These features depend on:

• Your explicit choice to enable them
• Your device having the necessary permissions (microphone, storage)
• Your device having sufficient capability to support recording
• Your local laws and regulations governing recording
• Applicable consent requirements under local law for recording others

You are solely responsible for using recording features lawfully and ethically. Recording others without applicable consent may violate local privacy, wiretapping, or recording laws in your jurisdiction. SafeMe is not responsible for any legal consequences resulting from your use of these features.

All recordings and documentation you create are stored on your device only, unless you actively choose to share them with others.

Data Storage

By default: SafeMe stores trusted contacts, settings, and local event records only on your device. SafeMe does not automatically sync this data to SafeMe-operated servers.

Your device's messaging apps (SMS and WhatsApp) may retain copies of alerts they receive, depending on how those apps are configured. SafeMe does not control the retention policies of external messaging services.

Technical Dependencies and Limitations

SafeMe's operation depends on factors outside its control:

• Android Device: Your Android device must have sufficient resources and must grant necessary permissions
• Alert Channels: SMS alerts depend on mobile network and carrier SMS availability, while WhatsApp alerts depend on internet connectivity and WhatsApp availability
• GPS and Location: Location accuracy depends on satellite signal availability, device settings, and environmental factors. Location may be inaccurate, delayed, or unavailable
• Recipient Availability: Trusted contacts must have working phones, receive messages, understand the alert, and be able to provide assistance

SafeMe cannot guarantee uninterrupted operation, delivery speed, location accuracy, or successful recipient response to alerts.

Your Responsibilities

By using SafeMe, you agree to:

• Configure the app correctly before relying on it in an emergency
• Add accurate, current phone numbers for trusted contacts and keep them updated regularly
• Test SafeMe on your device before an emergency to confirm it functions properly
• Use the app lawfully and responsibly—no false alerts, harassment, abuse, or unlawful use
• Respect the privacy rights of trusted contacts and any individuals you may record
• Use optional recording features only where permitted by applicable local law and with necessary consent
• Contact emergency services directly for life-threatening or urgent situations

Changes to This Privacy Policy

SafeMe may update this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes to the app or applicable legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a new "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the app after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.