ABS+ Privacy Policy

Effective October 1, 2026

ABS+ ("the app") is a client for Audiobookshelf, a media server that you or someone you know runs. This policy explains what the app handles and where that data goes. In short: the developer of ABS+ receives no data from you. The app has no analytics, no advertising, no crash reporting and no third-party SDKs that collect data.

Data the app sends, and where

The app only communicates with the Audiobookshelf server address you enter when signing in. It sends that server:

• your username and password when you sign in (to get a login token);
• requests for your libraries, items, series, covers and audio files;
• your listening progress, and favorites (stored as bookmarks on the server);
• if you link other accounts for progress sharing: their login, and progress updates for the titles you chose to share with them.

That server is operated by you or by whoever runs it, not by the developer of ABS+. Its handling of data is covered by its operator's policies. If you enter an address starting with http:// rather than https://, traffic to it is not encrypted.

Data stored on your device

• The server address, and login tokens for your account and any linked accounts. Passwords are not stored.
• A cache of library data and cover images, so screens load quickly and work offline.
• Downloaded audio files, in the app's private storage.
• Settings, playback position, favorites and the list of recently played items.

Logging out removes your account data, tokens, cache and settings from the device. Downloads are kept until you remove them (Settings → Downloads) or uninstall the app. Uninstalling removes everything. Device backups of app data are disabled.

Permissions

• Internet: to reach your server.
• Foreground service (media playback) and wake lock: to keep audio playing with the screen off and show playback controls.

Downloads use Android's system download manager.

Children

The app is not directed at children under 13 and does not knowingly collect data from anyone.

Changes

If this policy changes, the new version will be posted at this address with a new effective date.

Contact

absplus@borodutch.com