I. Introduction
CodeValley ("we", "us" or "our") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information is processed when you install and use our mobile application, RAR 7Z ZIP Opener & Extractor (the "App"), which opens, previews and extracts archive files (ZIP, RAR, 7Z, TAR, GZ, BZ2, XZ) and creates ZIP files. For the purposes of the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we act as the data controller unless stated otherwise.
Effective date: October 5, 2026.
II. Your Files Stay on Your Device
The App's core function runs entirely on your device:
- Archives you open, through the file picker or by choosing "Open in" / "Share" from another app, are copied into the App's private storage on your device and read there. Their contents are extracted, previewed and saved locally. Your archives and their contents are never uploaded to our servers or to any third party. We do not have servers that receive your files.
- Extracted files are stored in the App's storage (on iPhone they are visible in the Files app under "On My iPhone → RAR 7Z ZIP Opener & Extractor"). Files you save to Downloads, to your photo library, or share with other apps are controlled by you.
- The Storage screen shows how much space the App uses and lets you delete archive copies, extracted files and temporary files at any time. Everything is removed when you delete the App.
- Archive passwords: passwords you type are used only on your device to open the archive. If you choose "Remember on this device", the password is stored encrypted in the iOS Keychain or Android Keystore and never leaves your device. You can delete saved passwords in Settings at any time.
- Photos: the App asks for permission to add images to your photo library only when you tap "Save to Photos". When you add photos to a new ZIP file, the system photo picker gives the App access only to the photos you pick.
- The App does not request access to your contacts, location, camera or microphone, and on Android it does not request storage permissions.
III. Information Processed Automatically
The free version of the App shows ads and offers an optional subscription. For this purpose the following third-party services process limited information:
- Google AdMob (advertising): device advertising identifier (IDFA on iOS, only if you allow tracking; Advertising ID on Android), IP address, device type, operating system, language and ad interaction data (for example, whether an ad was viewed or tapped). This is used to show ads, measure them and prevent fraud. See Google's Privacy Policy.
- RevenueCat (subscriptions): an anonymous app user ID, purchase and subscription status and device information, used to unlock Pro and restore purchases. See RevenueCat's Privacy Policy.
- Apple App Store / Google Play (payments): Apple or Google processes all payments. We never receive your card details.
We do not use analytics tools, we do not require an account, and we do not collect your name, email address, file names or file contents through the App.
IV. Consent and Tracking
- iOS App Tracking Transparency: iOS asks whether the App may use your advertising identifier. If you decline, ads are still shown but are not personalised using that identifier. You can change this at any time in Settings → Privacy & Security → Tracking.
- EEA, UK and Switzerland: we use Google's User Messaging Platform to ask for your consent before personalised ads are served. If you decline there, iOS will not ask you about tracking. You can change or withdraw your choice at any time from Settings → Privacy Options inside the App.
- Pro users see no ads and the App sends no ad requests for them.
V. Purposes and Legal Bases
- Opening, extracting and creating archives: performed locally on your device, so no personal data is transferred to us.
- Showing ads in the free version: based on your consent where required (GDPR Art. 6(1)(a)), or on our legitimate interest in funding the free App.
- Managing subscriptions: necessary to perform our contract with you (GDPR Art. 6(1)(b)).
- Preventing fraud and meeting legal obligations: our legitimate interests and legal obligations.
VI. Sharing and International Transfers
We do not sell your personal information. Information is shared only with the service providers listed in Section III, which may process it outside your country under appropriate safeguards (such as the EU Standard Contractual Clauses). We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights and the safety of users.
VII. Retention
Archive copies, extracted files and saved passwords stay on your device until you delete them or uninstall the App. Advertising and subscription data are retained by the respective providers according to their own policies and legal requirements.
VIII. Your Rights (GDPR & CCPA)
Depending on where you live, you may have the right to access, correct, delete, or port your personal data, to object to or restrict processing, and to withdraw consent at any time. California residents have the right to know what personal information is processed, to request deletion, and not to be discriminated against for exercising these rights. We do not sell or share personal information for cross-context behavioural advertising beyond the ad serving described above. To exercise any right, contact us at support@codevalley.cc. We respond within 30 days (45 days for CCPA requests).
IX. Children's Privacy
The App is not directed at children under 13 and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. Ads are restricted to content rated suitable for general audiences. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, contact us at support@codevalley.cc and we will delete it.
X. Data Deletion
You can delete the data associated with this App at any time:
- Archives and extracted files: open Storage in the App and tap Clear next to archive copies, extracted files or temporary files, or uninstall the App to remove all of its files and settings. The App never uploads your files, so there is no copy on our side.
- Saved passwords: Settings → Saved passwords → Delete.
- Advertising identifier: reset or limit it in your device settings (iOS: Settings → Privacy & Security → Tracking; Android: Settings → Google → Ads).
- Advertising consent: change or withdraw it from Settings → Privacy Options inside the App (shown where consent is required).
- Purchase records: kept by Apple or Google and by RevenueCat as required for billing, tax and fraud prevention. Manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store or Google Play account settings.
To ask us to delete any remaining data linked to you, email support@codevalley.cc with the subject “Data Deletion Request”. We will act within 30 days and confirm by email.
XI. Security
Because your archives are processed on your device and never transmitted by the App, they are protected by your device's own security. Saved archive passwords are encrypted by the operating system's secure storage. Data exchanged with our service providers is transmitted over encrypted connections.
XII. Changes
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted on this page with a new effective date.
XIII. Contact
Questions about this Privacy Policy: support@codevalley.cc
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