SDM (SoftTech Download Manager)
Legal Information, Privacy Policy, Terms & Licenses
🔒 Summary: Downloads stay on your device; ads use Google services
SDM does not require an account or send your download history or files to SoftTech Service. Download records and settings remain on your device. Banner ads are supplied by Google; its Mobile Ads SDK handles device and app-use data as described below.
This Privacy Policy explains how SDM (SoftTech Download Manager) ("the application", "we", "us") handles information when you use our Android application.
1. Information Handled Locally On Your Device
Your download records and settings are stored on your Android device within the app's database:
- Download Links & Magnet URIs: URLs, magnet links, or torrent file paths you add are stored locally in the app's Room database to manage active, paused, and completed downloads.
- File Metadata & State: Download progress, chunk verification checksums, download speeds, file names, file sizes, and custom organizational tags.
- App Preferences: Your configured settings such as download speed limits, Wi-Fi only rules, charger rules, custom storage directory paths, and schedule timers.
SoftTech Service does not receive this data. Your downloads contact the servers or peers needed to retrieve files, and Google receives data related to ad requests as described below.
2. Accounts and Download History
- No account required: SDM does not ask for your name, email address, phone number, contacts, or password to use the app.
- No developer analytics: SDM does not use Firebase Analytics or send your download history to SoftTech Service.
- Local browsing records: SDM does not send a browsing history or search log to SoftTech Service. Websites visited in the built-in browser may receive normal web requests.
3. Advertising and Data Shared with Google
SDM uses the Google Mobile Ads SDK for banner ads. According to Google's SDK disclosure, the SDK automatically collects and shares IP address, app interactions, diagnostic information, and device or account identifiers (including the Android advertising ID when available) for advertising, measurement, and fraud prevention. Google says this data is encrypted in transit. Google's disclosure explains available controls.
4. Network Communication & BitTorrent Swarms
SDM uses network access for user-requested file downloads, BitTorrent operations, and ads:
- HTTP/HTTPS Direct Downloads: The app connects directly to the server specified in the URL you provide to fetch byte ranges of your file.
- BitTorrent Peer-to-Peer (P2P) Swarms: When initiating torrent or magnet downloads, the underlying C++ libtorrent engine connects to tracker servers, DHT (Distributed Hash Table) nodes, and peer swarms. In accordance with the fundamental architecture of the BitTorrent protocol, your IP address is visible to other swarm peers sharing the same pieces of the torrent.
- Advertising: Ad requests connect to Google and its advertising services.
5. Storage & SAF (Storage Access Framework)
SDM uses Android's modern Storage Access Framework (SAF). You choose the specific folder on internal memory or external MicroSD storage where downloaded files will be written. SDM only accesses the directory tree you explicitly authorize.
6. Data Retention & User Deletion Rights
SDM's download records and settings are stored on your device:
- You can delete individual downloads or torrent sessions along with their downloaded files directly from the SDM UI.
- Clearing the app's storage in Android Settings or uninstalling the app permanently removes all local task records and configurations.
7. Children's Privacy
SDM is a general-purpose download tool and is not directed at children. It does not require an account.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions or feedback regarding this Privacy Policy:
SoftTech Service Support
Developer: SoftTech Service
Email: contact@softtechservice.site
Website: https://softtechservice.site
1. Acceptance of Terms
By installing, running, or using SDM (SoftTech Download Manager), you agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree to these terms, do not install or use the application.
2. Lawful & Responsible Use
SDM is a high-speed utility application designed to facilitate network transfers via HTTP, HTTPS, and peer-to-peer BitTorrent protocols.
- User Responsibility: You are solely responsible for all content, URLs, and torrents you download or share using SDM.
- Copyright & Intellectual Property: You agree to use SDM only to download content that you own, have licensed, or have legal permission to access in accordance with applicable laws in your jurisdiction.
- No Illegal Activities: You agree not to use the application for any unlawful purposes, including but not limited to the unauthorized distribution of copyrighted material, malware, or malicious code.
3. BitTorrent P2P Protocol Disclosure
You acknowledge and understand that BitTorrent is a decentralized peer-to-peer protocol. When downloading or seeding torrents:
- Your device participates in a distributed swarm and may upload pieces of downloaded files to other swarm members.
- Your IP address is broadcast to other peers in the swarm and DHT network as necessary to establish peer connections.
- SoftTech Service does not host, curate, control, or monitor any torrent files, magnet links, or download servers accessed by users.
4. Disclaimer of Warranties ("As Is")
SDM IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
SoftTech Service does not warrant that the application will be uninterrupted, error-free, completely immune to network timeouts, or compatible with every web server or torrent swarm.
5. Limitation of Liability
IN NO EVENT SHALL SOFTTECH SERVICE, ITS DEVELOPERS, OR CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING LOSS OF DATA, DEVICE DAMAGE, NETWORK OVERAGE CHARGES, OR INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS) ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS APPLICATION.
6. Updates & Modifications
We reserve the right to modify these Terms & Conditions at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with an updated modification date. Continued use of SDM following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.
Free & Open Source Software (FOSS)
SDM is free software licensed under the GNU General Public License v3.0 or later (GPLv3+). You are free to run, study, share, and modify the software in accordance with the terms of the GPLv3.
GNU General Public License v3.0 Summary
Copyright © 2026 SoftTech Service.
This program is free software: you can redistribute it and/or modify it under the terms of the GNU General Public License as published by the Free Software Foundation, either version 3 of the License, or (at your option) any later version.
This program is distributed in the hope that it will be useful, but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY; without even the implied warranty of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. See the GNU General Public License for more details.
You can view the full text of the GNU General Public License at https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-3.0.html.
Third-Party Open Source Libraries
SDM utilizes the following open-source libraries and components:
| Component / Library | Author / Project | License |
|---|---|---|
| libtorrent | Arvid Norberg & contributors | BSD 3-Clause / Boost |
| libtorrent4j | FrostWire Project | MIT License |
| Kotlin Coroutines & Flow | JetBrains | Apache License 2.0 |
| AndroidX & Jetpack | Google LLC | Apache License 2.0 |
| Material Components (M3) | Google LLC | Apache License 2.0 |
| Room Database | Google LLC | Apache License 2.0 |
| WorkManager | Google LLC | Apache License 2.0 |
Trademarks
Android, Google Play, and the Google Play logo are trademarks of Google LLC. BitTorrent is a registered trademark of Rainberry, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Android Permissions Breakdown
SDM requests permissions for downloads, notifications, ads, and device integration. Some are optional and can be changed in Android settings.
| Permission | Category | Why It Is Needed |
|---|---|---|
| FOREGROUND_SERVICE & DATA_SYNC |
Core Background | Keeps high-speed byte segments and torrent swarms active when you switch apps or lock your screen, preventing the OS from killing the transfer. |
| POST_NOTIFICATIONS | User Interface | Displays real-time download speeds, progress percentages, ETA, and quick Pause/Resume controls in the notification drawer. |
| SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM | Scheduling | Allows the scheduler to start or stop scheduled downloads at exact user-specified times (such as off-peak midnight Wi-Fi windows). |
| RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED | Scheduling | Restores user-scheduled download alarms after your device is restarted so tasks fire accurately. |
| ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE & INTERNET |
Network | Transfers file data and detects whether the device is connected to unmetered Wi-Fi or cellular data to prevent overage charges. |
| ACCESS_LOCAL_NETWORK | Local network | On Android 17 and newer, allows downloads from local servers after you grant the Nearby devices prompt. |
| Advertising ID | Ads | Allows the Google Mobile Ads SDK to use the Android advertising ID when available for ad serving. |
| WAKE_LOCK | Power | Prevents the device CPU from entering deep sleep while active file segments are downloading. |
| Storage Access Framework (SAF) | File System | Enables you to pick any folder on internal storage or external SD cards where completed files will be saved safely. |
💡 User Control Over Permissions
You can grant or revoke optional permissions at any time through your Android device settings (Settings > Apps > SDM > Permissions). Note that disabling background foreground services or network access may prevent downloads from completing in the background.