What is Sign-In?
Pandefy works without an account, but signing in links your configuration to your Google identity. You gain backup, sync, and account-only features while keeping your data private.
Account vs. guest mode
Signed in
- •Cloud backup and restore
- •Automatic licence verification across devices
- •Cross-device sync for rules and preferences
- •Profile photo, name, and account info shown in the UI
- •Eligible for upcoming account-only beta features
Guest mode
- •All core blocking features still work
- •Settings stay local to the device
- •No backup or synchronisation features
- •You must export/import rules manually
Why Sign In?
Protect your investment
- •Back up your configuration to the cloud whenever you change rules.
- •Restore the snapshot instantly on a replacement device.
- •Licence entitlement follows your Google account automatically.
Stay in sync
- •Keep mobile, tablet, and work devices aligned.
- •Avoid manual exports and conflicting rule sets.
- •Easily switch between profiles while retaining your preferences.
Personalised experience
- •Display your profile photo and name in the app.
- •See a clear sign-in status indicator and last sync time.
- •Participate in account-only beta programs when available.
Requirements
- checkGoogle Play Services or a web browser capable of Google OAuth
- checkStable internet connection for the sign-in flow
- checkPandefy version 1.0.0 or later
- checkOptional: Google Play licence if you purchased Pandefy on another device
How to Sign In
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During initial setup
The onboarding wizard offers a sign-in prompt after you grant permissions.
- Open Pandefy for the first time.
- Proceed through the introduction screens and required permissions.
- Tap "Sign in with Google" when prompted.
- Choose your Google account and confirm.
Skip for now if you prefer guest mode—you can sign in later from Settings.
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After setup
Sign in whenever you are ready from the Profile screen or the cloud sync settings.
- Open the Profile tab (bottom navigation).
- Tap "Sign in with Google".
- Select your account and accept the consent screen.
- Return to the Profile screen to confirm the signed-in status.
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Understanding the sign-in flow
Pandefy uses Google OAuth. Your token is stored securely and refreshes automatically.
- Pandefy requests a Firebase-based authentication token.
- Google displays the OAuth consent dialog.
- Once approved, Pandefy stores the token in encrypted SharedPreferences.
- Tokens refresh automatically; you rarely need to sign in again.
Your Profile & Account Features
Profile overview
- •Your name and email are shown at the top of the Profile screen.
- •The profile photo pulled from Google helps you confirm the active account.
- •Status chips indicate whether cloud backup is up to date.
Account-only controls
- •Cloud sync dashboard with backup, restore, refresh, and delete actions.
- •Subscription or licence status (if applicable).
- •Upcoming beta toggles available only to signed-in users.
Using Multiple Devices
- •Sign in with the same Google account on every device running Pandefy.
- •Create or update a backup after changing settings on your primary device.
- •Restore the snapshot on secondary devices to stay perfectly aligned.
- •Pandefy lists the device name and last sync time for easy auditing.
Security & Privacy
What we store
- •Only configuration data (rules, preferences, metadata).
- •We never store your Google password or sensitive tokens.
- •Authentication uses Firebase Authentication with secure token storage.
Your control
- •Sign out at any time to remove access tokens from the device.
- •Delete the cloud backup if you do not want data stored remotely.
- •Contact legal@entromoonic.com if you need data export or deletion.
Licence handling
- •Play Store purchases are linked to your Google account automatically.
- •On a new device, simply sign in to restore your entitlement.
- •No additional licence keys are required.
Signing Out
Signing out removes the local token and returns Pandefy to guest mode. Your cloud snapshot remains until you delete it.
- Open the Profile tab.
- Tap "Sign out".
- Confirm the prompt. Pandefy clears its local token cache.
- Optionally, delete the cloud backup from Settings → Cloud sync.
Troubleshooting
Google sign-in screen does not appearexpand_more
- Check that Google Play Services are installed and up to date.
- Ensure no VPN or firewall is blocking accounts.google.com.
- Restart Pandefy and try again.
Sign-in succeeds but profile shows guest modeexpand_more
- Pull to refresh on the Profile screen.
- Verify that Google Play Services has network access.
- If the issue persists, sign out and sign in again.
Need to switch accountsexpand_more
- Sign out from the Profile screen.
- Tap "Sign in with Google" again and choose a different account.
- Refresh the Profile page to ensure the change applied.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is signing in mandatory?expand_more
No. Pandefy runs in guest mode, but you will miss cloud backup, licence portability, and upcoming account features.
Can I use multiple accounts?expand_more
You can sign out and in with a different Google account at any time. Only one account can be active per device.
Does signing in share my data with Google?expand_more
Only the standard OAuth data (name, email, profile photo) is exchanged. Filtering data stays within Pandefy.
How often do I need to refresh my login?expand_more
Tokens refresh automatically. You typically sign in once per device unless you revoke access manually.
Will my subscription transfer to other devices?expand_more
Yes. Purchases tied to your Google account follow you after signing in on a new device.
Quick Reference
Common account actions
- •Sign in: Profile tab → "Sign in with Google"
- •Open cloud sync controls: Settings → Cloud sync
- •Create a backup: Settings → Cloud sync → "Backup now"
- •Sign out: Profile tab → "Sign out"
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