Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
1. Introduction
HabitTracker ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application HabitTracker (the "App").
Contact Information:
- Developer: Naresh Alakuntla
- Email: minimalisthabittracker@gmail.com
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide Directly
- Habit Data: Habit names, descriptions, goals, completion history, and reminders you create
- App Preferences: Theme settings and notification preferences
- Support Communications: Information you provide when contacting us for support
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
- Device Information: iOS version, device model, and app version for compatibility purposes
- Usage Analytics: App performance data and crash reports (anonymous)
- Network Status: Connection type for offline functionality (not transmitted)
- App Version Checking: Device and app version for update notifications (via Firebase Remote Config)
2.3 Information from Third-Party Services
- RevenueCat: Subscription status, purchase history, and customer identifiers for premium features
- Apple App Store: Purchase receipts and subscription management data
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
3.1 Core App Functionality
- Store and sync your habit tracking data
- Send notifications and reminders when you enable them
- Provide personalized statistics and progress tracking
- Enable offline access to your data
3.2 Service Improvement
- Analyze app performance and fix bugs
- Improve user experience and add new features
- Provide customer support
3.3 Subscription Management
- Process premium subscription purchases
- Manage billing and payment processing
- Prevent fraud and unauthorized access
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
4.1 Third-Party Service Providers
We share limited information with the following services:
RevenueCat (Subscription Management)
- Purpose: Process in-app purchases and manage subscriptions
- Data Shared: Customer identifiers, purchase history, subscription status
- Privacy Policy: https://www.revenuecat.com/privacy
Firebase (App Configuration)
- Purpose: Remote configuration for app version checking and updates
- Data Shared: Device information, app version (Analytics disabled)
- Privacy Policy: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy
Apple (App Store & Analytics)
- Purpose: App distribution, purchase processing, and performance analytics
- Data Shared: Purchase receipts, crash reports, basic device information
- Privacy Policy: https://www.apple.com/privacy/
4.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government request, or to protect our rights and safety.
4.3 No Sale of Personal Data
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
5. Data Storage and Security
5.1 Local Storage
- All habit data is stored locally on your device using iOS secure storage (SwiftData)
- Theme preferences are stored in device preferences (UserDefaults)
- No habit data is transmitted to external servers
5.2 Security Measures
- Data encryption using iOS built-in security features
- Secure communication with third-party services via HTTPS
- Regular security updates and monitoring
5.3 Data Retention
- Habit data remains on your device until you delete the app
- Subscription data is retained by RevenueCat according to their retention policy
- Support communications are deleted after resolution
6. Your Privacy Rights
6.1 Access and Control
- View Data: Access all your habit data within the app
- Modify Data: Edit or delete habits and preferences at any time
- Export Data: Use the app's sharing features to export your progress
- Delete Account: Uninstall the app to remove all local data
6.2 Notification Controls
- Enable or disable notifications in app settings
- Modify reminder times and frequency
- Complete control over notification permissions
6.3 Subscription Management
- Cancel subscriptions through App Store settings
- Request subscription history through RevenueCat
- Contact us for subscription-related questions
7. 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 immediately.
8. International Users
If you are using our App outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States, where our service providers are located.
8.1 GDPR Compliance (EU Users)
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have additional rights:
- Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate personal data
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
- Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
- Right to Object: Object to processing of your personal data
To exercise these rights, contact us at minimalisthabittracker@gmail.com.
9. Third-Party Links
Our App may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:
- Posting the new Privacy Policy in the app
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
- Sending a notification for significant changes
Your continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Data Subject Requests
To request access, correction, or deletion of your personal information, please contact us at minimalisthabittracker@gmail.com. We will respond within 30 days of receiving your request.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
Email: minimalisthabittracker@gmail.com
Subject Line: HabitTracker Privacy Inquiry
Developer: Naresh Alakuntla
This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 1, 2025, and applies to all users of the HabitTracker mobile application.