Ghost Mode is a focus app built to reduce distractions. We design for privacy first: core focus tools work on your device. Some optional and background features sync limited data through Google Firebase so they can work across installs.
We do not sell your personal information. We do not show ads and do not use advertising SDKs. We do not read or store the text of your messages. Notification silencing uses notification access only to dismiss alerts from apps you selected — message bodies are not saved.
Ghost Mode does not require an email or password account for core focus features. We do not collect contacts, payment cards, or message content. The app does not use Firebase Analytics, Crashlytics, or AdMob in the current build.
If you use Focus Buddy, you may choose a display name that is shared with members of your room.
Session history, streaks, preferences, blocked and silenced apps, Hard Mode stats, Ghost Radar history, Auto Focus routines, Ambient Sounds settings, and similar focus data are stored on-device (for example with DataStore, SharedPreferences, and Room). Clearing app data or uninstalling removes this local information from the device.
Android backup may copy app data if device backup is enabled. Sensitive local settings can therefore transfer with your Android backup unless you clear app data or disable backup for the app.
When Firebase is configured for the build, Ghost Mode may use Google Firebase Auth (anonymous ID), Cloud Firestore, and Firebase Cloud Messaging. Processor: Google LLC (Firebase / Google Play services).
The following may sync automatically in the background (you do not need to open Focus Buddy for these to run):
Focus Buddy (only if you join or create a room): room name/code, your chosen display name and avatar, focus presence, and related session stats are shared with room members. Invite or nudge messages may be delivered via FCM.
Uninstalling the app removes local data on the device. It does not automatically delete cloud documents tied to your anonymous ID. That is disclosed here so you are not misled — you do not need to take any action to use Ghost Mode normally.
Ghost Mode is for general audiences and is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. Focus Buddy is a social feature; do not use it to share information about children.
No extra setup is required beyond the permissions Android asks for. Ghost Mode shows an explanation before notification access, and this policy describes local storage and Firebase sync.
Optional changes later: revoke permissions in Android Settings, turn off reminders, leave a Focus Buddy room, or clear app data / uninstall for local data.
Ghost Mode is developed by App Coder Hub. For privacy questions, reach out through the Ghost Mode listing on Google Play.
See also our Terms of Use.