The latest update for the popular Nova Launcher app includes Facebook Ads and Google AdMob.
Compare 8.2.4: https://reports.exodus-privacy.eu.org/en/reports/698198/
With 8.1.6: https://reports.exodus-privacy.eu.org/en/reports/673643/
From 2 trackers to 6 trackers. From 30 permissions to 36. And two of the “trackers” are for ad stuff, like Facebook Ads.
I believe the owner also changed. It’s no longer Branch, but something called Instabridge Sweden.
It does have a one time payment option. Either that or getting your data sold. You can’t expect people to develop apps for free without anything in return.
I have zero problem paying for software, as that’s how I make my living. I don’t expect free updates for life, but I refuse to have everything in my life be a subscription.