Privacy Policy for PulseFPS
Last Updated: November 11, 2026 • Developer: PulseMind Studios • Application: PulseFPS (com.pulsefps)
1. Introduction
PulseMind Studios ("we", "our", or "us") develops PulseFPS, a real-time in-game FPS and hardware telemetry overlay for Android mobile devices. We are committed to transparency and protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information is processed, how it is handled, and the controls available to you.
2. Information Processed
A. Hardware & Performance Telemetry (100% Local In-Memory)
What is measured: Real-time frame rate (FPS), frametime stability curves (P99 / P99.9 low percentiles), CPU and GPU clock frequencies and utilization loads, device thermal sensors, memory usage, network throughput, and battery power draw.
Storage & Transmission: All telemetry metrics are processed strictly in-memory on your local device. PulseFPS does not record, log to remote servers, capture gameplay video, or transmit your hardware profiles across any network.
B. Advertising and Monetization (Google Mobile Ads / AdMob)
To support free app access through opt-in rewarded passes and compact bottom-docked banners inside the main app (strictly zero ads are ever displayed inside floating game overlays), PulseFPS integrates the official Google Mobile Ads SDK (AdMob):
- Device Identifiers: Google Advertising ID (GAID), device model, OS version, and network carrier.
- Network Diagnostics: Approximate location (IP-derived coarse region), crash diagnostics, and ad render/interaction telemetry.
- Purpose: Ad delivery, frequency capping, fraud prevention, and rewarded 24-hour pass validation.
For details on how Google processes advertising data, review the Google Advertising Privacy Policy.
3. Android Permissions & Justification
| Android Permission | Purpose & Justification |
|---|---|
| SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW | Required strictly to render the floating framerate Mini-Pill and Expanded Diagnostics Card above active games. |
| FOREGROUND_SERVICE (specialUse) | Keeps the active telemetry overlay synchronized during demanding 3D gaming sessions without premature OS termination. |
| POST_NOTIFICATIONS | Displays a persistent notification shade controller with 1-tap Start, Lock, Hide, and Stop actions. |
PulseFPS never requests Accessibility Service, Camera, Microphone, SMS, Call Logs, Contacts, or Precise GPS Location permissions.
4. Security & Network Protection
PulseFPS enforces an Android Network Security Configuration (cleartextTrafficPermitted="false") prohibiting unencrypted http:// traffic. All SDK requests occur over encrypted HTTPS/TLS. We maintain zero user accounts or telemetry databases.
5. Children's Privacy
PulseFPS is intended for general audiences and mobile gamers aged 13 and older. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under 13.
6. User Rights & Opt-Out Controls
- Reset Advertising ID: Reset or delete your Google Advertising ID anytime via Android Settings > Google > Ads.
- Ad Personalization Opt-Out: Disable personalized advertising in your Google Account privacy settings.
- VIP Ad-Free Passes: Eliminate all ads permanently or by duration (6 Months, 1 Year, or Lifetime) via Google Play Billing in PulseFPS Settings.
7. Contact Us
Questions or privacy requests may be sent directly to pulsefps@pulsemindstudios.com or via our official product website at https://pulsefps.pulsemindstudios.com/.