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Do it Because They Do WordPress.com is the cloud version of WordPress that is hosted and supported by Automattic.WordPress.com serves more than 33 million sites attracting over 339 million people and 3.4 billion pages each month. Since April 2008, WordPress.com has experienced about 4.4 times growth in page views. WordPress.com VIP hosts many popular…
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My KitKat Performance Tweaks

Been awhile since I’ve posted anything… holy moly has it!So, as I am sure most of you are aware, I am a programmer/developer by heart and soul, so it was only a matter of time before I started (finally) getting into doing some tweaking for Android devices.  As a result, I have made up a set of “tweaks” for my Note 3 that have it running creamy smooth like buttah ;)It all started with my Galaxy S4 actually, but since i don’t have that beast anymore, I did it for my Note 3.

What does it do Kev?

  1. Vacuum’s SQLite every 4 days
  2. Zip-Aligns all User Data APK’s every 3 days (if you choose)
  3. Cleans Caches, Logs, Tombstones, etc… every week
  4. Tweaks Your systems I/O
  5. Makes your Mobile and Wifi Networks faster
  6. Bumps your Wifi scan to every 300 seconds (battery saver)
  7. Enables some Dalvik VM Flags to optimize the loading and executing of all your apps
  8. Enables Dalvik to execute in the Java JIT
  9. Bumps your Dalvik Heaps a tad (let’s face it… we got 3G of RAM, so why not?)
  10. Moves your Dalvik to your /cache partition, leaving you a bit more room for more apps
  11. Removes ext4 Journalism on your internal system storage (big time performance boost)
  12. Forces your Launcher into Memory (yes this will take up a bit more RAM, however, your launcher will be much more responsive)
  13. Remounts your devices system, data, and cache partitions explicitly, no updating timestamps, and asyncronous I/O calls
  14. Tweaks your External SD Card read-ahead
  15. Calibrates your Battery if it needs it
  16. Enables true init.d support to devices that are bootloader locked
  17. De-Bloats Note 3 Devices of Samsung, GApps, and Carrier Bloatware. NOTE: Don’t bother using it if you’ve flashed a Note 4 or S5 rom
  18. Logs most actions to /sdcard

But, why do I need it Kev?
In all honesty, you probably don’t. Personally I wanted a little more oomph outta my device, so here we are… Not that there’s anything wrong with the default, but me being on a locked bootload on my S4, I didn’t get the luxury of being able to flash custom kernels to suit most of these needs

Can I run it manually?
Sure. Grab a terminal emulator and type the following.

Code:
su
sh /system/etc/init.d/10KevsTweaks
sh /system/etc/init.d/11KevsDalvikMover
sh /system/etc/init.d/12KevsZipAligner

You can find more, and the downloads over here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/note-3-tmobile/themes-apps/mod-kevs-performance-tweaks-note-2-0-3-t2933167

Our Privacy Policy

Last Updated: June 18th, 2025

Introduction

Western Mass Hosting (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects the privacy of all individuals and organizations that interact with our services. This Privacy Policy establishes our practices regarding the collection, use, disclosure, and protection of personal information for visitors to our website and clients utilizing our managed hosting and WordPress services. By accessing our website or engaging our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this policy in its entirety.

Scope and Applicability

This Privacy Policy governs our handling of information collected through our corporate website and in the course of providing managed hosting, WordPress maintenance, and development services. In accordance with global privacy regulations, we serve as a Data Controller for information related to our business operations and client relationships. When processing data on behalf of our clients through hosted services, we act as a Data Processor under applicable data protection laws.

Information We Collect

We collect various categories of information necessary to provide and improve our services. This includes personal contact and payment details provided during account registration, technical information such as IP addresses and device characteristics for security purposes, and records of communications through support channels. For clients utilizing our hosting services, we may process end-user data stored within client websites, though we do not control or monitor the collection practices of such data.

Purpose and Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal information only when we have proper justification under applicable laws. The primary legal bases for our processing activities include the necessity to fulfill contractual obligations to our clients, our legitimate business interests in maintaining and improving our services, and in limited cases, explicit consent for specific marketing communications. We maintain detailed records of processing activities to demonstrate compliance with legal requirements.

Use of Collected Information

The information we collect serves multiple business purposes. Primarily, we use this data to deliver and maintain reliable hosting services, including server provisioning, performance monitoring, and technical support. We also utilize information for business operations such as billing, customer relationship management, and service improvement initiatives. Security represents another critical use case, where we analyze data to detect and prevent fraudulent activity or unauthorized access to our systems.

Data Sharing and Third-Party Disclosures

We engage with carefully selected third-party service providers to support our operations, including cloud infrastructure providers, payment processors, and customer support platforms. These relationships are governed by strict contractual agreements that mandate appropriate data protection measures. We may disclose information when legally required to comply with court orders, government requests, or to protect our legal rights and the security of our services.

International Data Transfers

As a global service provider, we may transfer and process data in various locations worldwide. When transferring personal data originating from the European Economic Area or other regulated jurisdictions, we implement appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses and rely on adequacy decisions where applicable. Our subprocessors, including AWS Lightsail, maintain robust compliance certifications to ensure the protection of transferred data.

Data Retention Practices

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. Client account information is typically maintained for five years following service termination to comply with legal and financial reporting obligations. Backup data associated with hosting services is automatically purged after thirty days, as specified in our Terms of Service. For data processed on behalf of clients, retention periods are determined by the respective client’s policies and instructions.

Security Measures

We implement comprehensive technical and organizational security measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. Our security program includes network encryption protocols, regular vulnerability assessments, strict access controls, and employee training on data protection best practices. We maintain incident response procedures to address potential security breaches and will notify affected parties where required by law.

Individual Rights

Individuals whose personal data we process may exercise certain rights under applicable privacy laws. These rights may include requesting access to their information, seeking correction of inaccurate data, requesting deletion under specific circumstances, and objecting to particular processing activities. We have established procedures to handle such requests in accordance with legal requirements, typically responding within thirty days of receipt. Requests should be submitted to our designated Data Protection Officer through the contact information provided in this policy.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website employs various technologies to enhance user experience and analyze site performance. Essential cookies are used for basic functionality and security purposes, while analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our site. Marketing cookies are only deployed with explicit user consent. Visitors can manage cookie preferences through their browser settings or our cookie consent tool.

Policy Updates and Notifications

We periodically review and update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. Material changes will be communicated to affected clients through email notifications at least thirty days prior to implementation. Continued use of our services following such notifications constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact Information

For questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact our Data Protection Officer at info@westernmasshosting.com or by mail at:

Western Mass Hosting
22 Orlando. St.,
Feeding Hills, MA 01030.

We take all privacy-related inquiries seriously and will respond promptly to legitimate requests. For clients with specific data processing agreements, please reference your contract for any additional terms that may apply to our handling of your data.