Privacy Policy for BlinkZen – Eye Break Reminder & ExercisesLast updated: [10 Decmeber 2025]BlinkZen – Eye Break Reminder & Exercises ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how your information is collected, used, and disclosed by BlinkZen.This Privacy Policy applies to our application named BlinkZen – Eye Break Reminder & Exercises, and its associated subdomains (collectively, our "Service"). By accessing or using our Service, you signify that you have read, understood, and agree to our collection, storage, use, and disclosure of your personal information as described in this Privacy Policy.1. Information We CollectA. Information You Provide to UsThe app generally operates without requiring you to create an account or provide personal information like your name, email address, or phone number.B. Automatically Collected InformationWhen you use the app, certain information is collected automatically, primarily to support the functionality of the app and to serve advertisements.•Usage Data: We store your preferences (timer settings, sound choices) and statistics (focus streaks, hydration count) locally on your device. This data is not transmitted to our servers.•Device Information: We or our third-party partners may collect information about your device type, operating system version, and unique device identifiers (like the Google Advertising ID).2. Third-Party Services and AdsWe use third-party services that may collect information used to identify you. The primary service used in this app is Google AdMob.Google AdMob We use Google AdMob to display advertisements. AdMob may use your device's Advertising ID to serve personalized ads based on your interests.•Google’s advertising requirements can be summed up by Google’s Advertising Principles. They are put in place to provide a positive experience for users. https://support.google.com/adwordspolicy/answer/1316548•Link to privacy policy of third-party service providers used by the app: Google Play Services & AdMob.3. App PermissionsTo function correctly, BlinkZen requests specific permissions. Here is how we use them:•Foreground Service & Media Playback: Required to keep the timer running and play soundscapes (White/Brown/Pink noise) even when you leave the app or lock your screen.•Notifications: Used to send you alerts when your work session or break is over.•Ignore Battery Optimizations: Requested to ensure the Android system does not kill the timer process during long focus sessions.•Vibration: Used for haptic feedback when a timer completes.•Internet Access: Used solely by Google AdMob to load advertisements.4. Data RetentionAll user generated data (stats, achievements, settings) is stored locally on your device. If you uninstall the application, this data will be permanently deleted. We do not store your data on external servers.5. SecurityWe value your trust in providing us your Personal Information, thus we are striving to use commercially acceptable means of protecting it. But remember that no method of transmission over the internet, or method of electronic storage is 100% secure and reliable, and we cannot guarantee its absolute security.6. Children’s PrivacyThese Services do not address anyone under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under 13. In the case we discover that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we immediately delete this from our servers. If you are a parent or guardian and you are aware that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so that we will be able to do necessary actions.7. Changes to This Privacy PolicyWe may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. Thus, you are advised to review this page periodically for any changes. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page. These changes are effective immediately after they are posted on this page.8. Contact UsIf you have any questions or suggestions about our Privacy Policy, do not hesitate to contact us at hi@revjelly.com