Privacy Policy for SleepTracker

Last updated: January 27, 2025

Introduction

SleepTracker (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our sleep tracking application for iOS and watchOS.

Information We Collect

HealthKit Data

SleepTracker integrates with Apple HealthKit to access your sleep data. We only collect the following types of health data:

  • Sleep Analysis: Sleep stages, duration, and quality metrics
  • Sleep Schedule: Your sleep and wake times
  • Sleep Changes: Changes in your sleep patterns

App Usage Data

We collect basic usage analytics to improve the app experience:

  • App launch frequency and duration
  • Feature usage patterns
  • Crash reports and performance metrics
  • Subscription status and purchase history (via RevenueCat)

Device Information

  • Device type and operating system version
  • App version and build number
  • Language and region settings

How We Use Your Information

Sleep Data Processing

  • Local Analysis: All sleep data is processed locally on your device
  • Sleep Quality Scoring: Generate personalized sleep quality scores
  • Trend Analysis: Identify patterns in your sleep habits
  • Recommendations: Provide personalized sleep improvement suggestions

App Improvement

  • Feature Development: Use usage data to improve app features
  • Bug Fixes: Identify and resolve technical issues
  • Performance Optimization: Enhance app performance and reliability

RevenueCat Integration

  • Subscription Management: Process in-app purchases and subscriptions
  • Analytics: Track subscription metrics and user engagement
  • A/B Testing: Optimize pricing and feature availability

Data Storage and Security

Local Storage

  • Primary Storage: All sleep data is stored locally on your device
  • iCloud Sync: Optional iCloud synchronization for data backup
  • Encryption: All data is encrypted using iOS security features

Cloud Services

  • RevenueCat: Subscription and analytics data (no health data)
  • Crashlytics: Crash reports and performance metrics
  • iCloud: Optional data backup (encrypted)

Data Retention

  • Health Data: Stored locally and synced to iCloud (if enabled)
  • Usage Analytics: Retained for 12 months
  • Subscription Data: Retained as required by RevenueCat

HealthKit Integration

Permissions

SleepTracker requests the following HealthKit permissions:

  • Read Sleep Analysis: Access your sleep data
  • Read Sleep Schedule: Access your sleep schedule
  • Write Sleep Analysis: Save processed sleep insights (optional)

Data Access

  • User Control: You control which health data to share
  • Granular Permissions: Grant or revoke permissions at any time
  • No Third-Party Sharing: We never share your health data with third parties

Privacy Features

  • Local Processing: All sleep analysis happens on your device
  • No Cloud Storage: Health data is never uploaded to our servers
  • User Consent: Clear permission requests with explanations

Third-Party Services

RevenueCat

  • Purpose: Subscription management and analytics
  • Data Shared: App usage, subscription status, purchase history
  • Privacy: RevenueCat Privacy Policy

Apple Services

  • HealthKit: Health data access and storage
  • iCloud: Optional data backup and sync
  • App Store: App distribution and updates

Your Rights and Choices

Data Access

  • View Your Data: Access all data stored in the app
  • Export Data: Export your sleep data in standard formats
  • Delete Data: Remove your data from the app

Privacy Controls

  • HealthKit Permissions: Manage HealthKit access in iOS Settings
  • iCloud Sync: Enable or disable iCloud synchronization
  • Analytics: Opt out of usage analytics (in app settings)

Subscription Management

  • Cancel Subscription: Manage subscriptions through App Store
  • Data Deletion: Request deletion of subscription data

Children’s Privacy

SleepTracker 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.

International Users

SleepTracker is operated from the United States. If you are accessing the app from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States.

Changes to This 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

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

  • Email: ravi@rshankar.com
  • Subject: SleepTracker Privacy Policy
  • Response Time: Within 48 hours

Compliance

  • HIPAA: Not applicable (not a covered entity)
  • GDPR: Compliant with European data protection regulations
  • CCPA: Compliant with California privacy regulations
  • Apple Guidelines: Follows Apple’s HealthKit privacy guidelines

Data Protection

  • Encryption: All data encrypted in transit and at rest
  • Access Controls: Limited access to user data
  • Security Audits: Regular security assessments
  • Incident Response: Procedures for data breach response

This privacy policy is effective as of January 27, 2025, and applies to all versions of SleepTracker for iOS and watchOS.

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