Why This Matters
This changelog tracks every change to Aido's permissions, data handling, and transparency practices. If we ever add new permissions or change how data is processed, it will be documented here with a clear explanation.
Version 1.0.0
January 2026
Initial Release - Transparency Center Launch
Permissions Declared (7 total)
- BIND_ACCESSIBILITY_SERVICE - For text reading and replacement
- BIND_INPUT_METHOD - For custom keyboard functionality
- INTERNET - For AI API calls
- SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW - For overlay popups
- ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE - For offline detection
- FOREGROUND_SERVICE - To keep service active during use
- REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS - For service stability (optional)
Privacy Features
- Local-first architecture: No cloud storage of user prompts
- App blacklist feature for sensitive/private apps
- Encrypted SharedPreferences for API keys (AES-256)
- Zero analytics or tracking SDKs
Transparency Documentation
- Published complete Transparency Center with 11+ pages
- Disclosed all third-party AI providers (Gemini, OpenAI, Groq)
- Documented code behavior and logic flow
- Established Zero Tolerance Policy
Version 1.1.0
Future Update
Planned Changes
Expected Changes
- No new permissions planned
- Potential improvements to offline model support
- Enhanced encryption for local storage
Note: Any actual changes will be documented here before release.
Our Commitment
We promise:
- Every new permission will be explained in detail
- Major privacy changes will be highlighted in release notes
- This changelog will be updated within 24 hours of any Play Store release
- Removal of permissions will also be documented (transparency works both ways)