Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 1, 2024
🔒 Your privacy is our priority. HabitTracker is designed with privacy at its core. Your habit data stays on your device, and we never have access to it.
Table of Contents
1. Information We Collect
HabitTracker follows a minimal data collection approach. We collect only what's necessary to provide you with the best habit tracking experience.
1.1 Information You Provide
- Habit Data: Habit names, completion records, notes, and mood entries
- Preferences: App settings, reminder times, and customization choices
- Support Communications: If you contact us, we may keep records of the correspondence
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
- Usage Analytics: Anonymous app usage statistics (if you opt-in)
- Crash Reports: Technical information about app crashes (if you opt-in)
- Device Information: iOS version, device model (for compatibility)
1.3 Information We DON'T Collect
- Location data
- Contact lists
- Photos or media (unless you add them to your habits)
- Health data from other apps
- Browsing history
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect solely to provide and improve HabitTracker:
| Purpose | Information Used |
|---|---|
| Provide core app functionality | Habit data, preferences |
| Send reminders | Notification preferences, habit schedule |
| Generate insights | Completion records, mood data |
| Improve the app | Anonymous usage data, crash reports |
| Provide customer support | Support communications |
3. Data Storage and Security
Your habit data is stored locally on your device and optionally synced with your personal iCloud account. We never have access to this data.
3.1 Local Storage
- All habit data is stored in your device's secure container
- Data is encrypted using iOS's built-in encryption
- Only accessible through the HabitTracker app
3.2 iCloud Sync (Optional)
- If enabled, data syncs across your devices via your iCloud account
- Uses end-to-end encryption
- We cannot access your iCloud data
- You can disable sync at any time in Settings
3.3 Security Measures
- All network communications use TLS encryption
- Regular security audits and updates
- Compliance with Apple's App Store security guidelines
- No passwords stored (uses Apple ID for authentication)
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to anyone. Ever.
We may share information only in these limited circumstances:
4.1 With Your Consent
We will share information when you give us explicit permission to do so.
4.2 For Legal Reasons
We may disclose information if required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena or similar legal process, but only after attempting to notify you unless prohibited by law.
4.3 Service Providers
We work with trusted service providers who assist us in operating the app:
- RevenueCat: For subscription management (receives only anonymous user IDs)
- Apple: For iCloud sync and App Store transactions
These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the services they provide to us.
5. Your Rights and Choices
You have full control over your data in HabitTracker:
5.1 Access and Portability
- Export all your data at any time from Settings
- Data exported in standard formats (JSON, CSV)
- Take your data with you if you leave
5.2 Correction
- Edit or update any information directly in the app
- Changes sync immediately across your devices
5.3 Deletion
- Delete individual habits or records
- Clear all data from Settings
- Request account deletion by contacting us
5.4 Opt-Out Options
- Disable analytics in Settings
- Turn off crash reporting
- Disable iCloud sync
- Manage notification preferences
6. Data Retention
We retain information for as long as necessary to provide our services:
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Habit data on device | Until you delete it or uninstall the app |
| iCloud synced data | Until you delete it or disable sync |
| Support communications | 2 years from last contact |
| Anonymous analytics | 90 days |
| Crash reports | 180 days |
7. International Data Transfers
HabitTracker is designed to keep your data local:
- Your habit data stays on your device or in your iCloud account
- We don't transfer your personal data internationally
- Any analytics or crash reports are anonymized before transmission
- Service providers may process data in accordance with their privacy policies
8. Children's Privacy
HabitTracker is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at privacy@habittracker.app so we can delete it.
9. Data Breach Notification
In the unlikely event of a data breach that affects your personal information:
- We will notify affected users within 72 hours of discovery
- Notification will be sent via the app and email (if provided)
- We will provide details about what happened and steps we're taking
- We will offer guidance on protecting yourself
Note: Since your habit data is stored locally or in your iCloud, it's protected by your device and Apple ID security.
10. Third-Party Services
HabitTracker integrates with these third-party services:
10.1 Apple Services
- iCloud: For data sync (optional)
- App Store: For app distribution and payments
- Sign in with Apple: For authentication (if used)
10.2 RevenueCat
- Manages premium subscriptions
- Receives only anonymous user identifiers
- Their privacy policy: revenuecat.com/privacy
We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these services.
11. Changes to Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do:
- We'll update the "Effective Date" at the top
- For significant changes, we'll notify you through the app
- You can always find the latest version at this URL
- Continued use after changes means you accept the new policy
12. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices:
Privacy Team
Email: privacy@habittracker.app
General Support
Email: support@habittracker.app
Data Protection Officer
Email: dpo@habittracker.app
We aim to respond to all privacy inquiries within 48 hours.