Privacy Policy for PlayAndThen
Last updated: January 23, 2026
Overview
PlayAndThen is a parental control app that helps manage screen time on YouTube Kids by requiring children to complete educational games before watching videos.
Data Collection
PlayAndThen does NOT collect, store, or transmit any personal data.
What the app accesses (locally only):
- YouTube Kids app activity: The app monitors when YouTube Kids is opened to trigger educational games. This data is processed locally on your device and is never transmitted anywhere.
- Accessibility Service: PlayAndThen uses Android's Accessibility Service solely to detect YouTube Kids usage and display educational games. No data from this service is collected, stored, or shared.
What the app does NOT do:
- Does not collect personal information
- Does not track browsing history
- Does not record video watching habits
- Does not transmit any data to external servers
- Does not use analytics or tracking services
- Does not contain advertisements
- Does not make network requests
Data Storage
All app settings (such as game preferences) are stored locally on your device using Android's SharedPreferences. This data:
- Never leaves your device
- Is deleted when you uninstall the app
- Is not accessible to other apps
Children's Privacy
PlayAndThen is designed for use by families with children. We are committed to protecting children's privacy:
- We do not collect any data from children
- We do not require account creation
- We comply with COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act)
Accessibility Service Usage
This app requires the Accessibility Service permission to function. This permission is used exclusively to:
- Detect when YouTube Kids app is opened
- Display educational games as an overlay
- Allow interaction with the game overlay
The Accessibility Service does NOT:
- Read or store any content from other apps
- Capture screenshots or screen recordings
- Access passwords, messages, or personal data
- Transmit any information externally
Third-Party Services
PlayAndThen does not integrate with any third-party services, analytics platforms, or advertising networks.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: michael3120@gmail.com
Consent
By using PlayAndThen, you consent to this Privacy Policy.