Welcome to LecoLauncher ("the Product"), developed and operated by Zhenxiong Leco Software Studio ("we", "us"). We understand the importance of your personal information and in-vehicle data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information, as well as your legal rights.
1. How We Collect and Use Your Personal Information
We collect and use only the necessary information that you actively provide or generate during use for the following purposes:
1. Account Registration and Login
- Email Registration/Login: We collect your email address and verification code to create an account, verify logins, and deliver service notifications.
- Third-Party Login (Google Login, WeChat QR Scan): Upon your consent, we obtain your public profile information (avatar, nickname, unique OpenID/UID) for quick login and account binding.
2. Device and Hardware Information (Uploaded to Cloud)
- To provide device authorization, adaptive screen resolution, and system compatibility diagnostics, we collect your car Android ID, MAC address, device UUID, car brand/model, screen resolution, processor/chipset model, and OS version.
3. Driving and Auxiliary Trip Data
- Real-time Vehicle Speed & Trip Records: To display dynamic speed on the dashboard and generate auxiliary trip records, the Product reads real-time speed data via in-car USB serial communication (OBD/CAN box) or GPS sensors.
- Location Data (GPS): We require your precise GPS location to: ① dynamically calculate vehicle speed and trip records; ② retrieve local real-time weather forecasts; ③ link with navigation apps.
4. Order and Payment Information
- When you request technical support, customized themes, or donations, we support transactions via WeChat Pay and PayPal. We only record order ID, transaction amount, timestamp, and purchased item to confirm fulfillment. We NEVER collect or store sensitive payment credentials such as credit card numbers or payment passwords.
2. Android Sensitive Permissions Application and Usage
To ensure core launcher operations, the Product requests the following permissions when triggered. You can manage or revoke them in your car system settings at any time:
| Permission | API / Constant | Purpose & Scenario |
|---|---|---|
| Query Installed Apps | QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES / GET_INSTALLED_PACKAGES |
Core Launcher Essential Permission. Used to read, display, categorize, and launch all third-party applications (e.g., navigation, music) installed on your head unit. |
| Precise Location | ACCESS_FINE_LOCATIONACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION |
Used to obtain current city weather, calculate GPS speed, and record driving trajectories. |
| Storage / File Read & Write | READ/WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE |
Used to download and extract themes, cache wallpapers, and load local custom backgrounds. |
| Overlay / Draw Over Apps | SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW |
Used to maintain persistent desktop floating widgets, mini control bars, and dynamic lyrics over other applications. |
| Bluetooth | BLUETOOTH / BLUETOOTH_CONNECT |
Used to connect to the vehicle's Bluetooth module and display phone Bluetooth music track titles and artist names in real time. |
3. Third-Party SDKs and Data Sharing Directory
To maintain product stability, we integrate certain third-party SDKs that have undergone strict security assessments:
| SDK / Library | Provider | Data / Permissions Collected | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
Tencent Location SDKTencentLocationSdk |
Tencent Technology Co., Ltd. | Location data (coordinates, WiFi info), device identifier | Provides high-precision in-car positioning, weather matching, and route planning. |
Google Play Authplay-services-auth |
Google LLC | Basic Google profile, network status | Enables one-tap quick authentication for international users. |
Car USB Serial Libraryusb-serial-for-android |
Open Source (mik3y) | USB hardware peripheral access | Communicates with vehicle OBD/CAN bus protocol boxes to read real-time speedometer data. |
Network & MultimediaOkHttp, Glide, Media3 ExoPlayer |
Square / Google / Open Source | Network access, local storage read/write | Ensures stable theme delivery, efficient wallpaper loading, and video playback. |
4. Data Storage and Security Protection
- Storage Location: Personal data collected in Mainland China is stored on secure servers within Mainland China in accordance with applicable laws.
- Retention Period: We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to provide our services. Data is deleted or anonymized upon account deletion.
- Security Measures: We employ industry-standard SSL/TLS encryption protocols, strict access controls, and data hashing to protect your information against unauthorized access, leakage, or loss.
5. Your Rights (Access, Correction, Account & Data Deletion)
You have full control over your personal data:
- Delete Account & Clear Data: You may navigate to [Settings] > [Account Security] > [Delete Account] or [Clear Data] on the head unit at any time. This permanently removes local caches and cloud bindings.
- Revoke Permissions: You can revoke location, storage, or overlay permissions via your car system's Permission Manager.
6. Protection of Minors
This Product is intended for licensed motor vehicle drivers. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If a guardian discovers that a minor has provided information without consent, please contact us for prompt verification and deletion.
7. Policy Updates and Revisions
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. For significant changes, we will notify you via in-app pop-ups or desktop announcements upon startup.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions, feedback, or complaints regarding this Privacy Policy or personal data protection, please contact us via:
- Developer Entity: Zhenxiong Leco Software Studio
- Customer Support / Privacy Email: lecoauto@foxmail.com
We typically respond within 15 business days after verifying your identity.