Privacy Policy for MindMate
Last Updated: March 21, 2026
Introduction
Welcome to MindMate! Your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle your information when you use our mental wellness companion app. We believe in transparency and want you to feel safe and comfortable using MindMate.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide Voluntarily:
Your Name: When you first open the app, you can choose to share your name so we can greet you personally. This is completely optional, and you can use the app without sharing your name.
Mood Logs: When you select how you're feeling, we store this information to show you your emotional journey over time.
Journal Entries: Any thoughts or reflections you write in your journal are saved locally on your device.
Chat Conversations: Your conversations with MindMate are stored to provide you with continuity in your wellness journey.
Information Collected Automatically:
App Usage Data: Basic information about how you use the app (which features you use, how often) helps us improve MindMate.
Device Information: Your device type, operating system version, and app version to ensure compatibility.
How We Use Your Information
To Provide Services: Show your mood history, journal entries, and chat conversations.
To Improve the App: Understand which features are most helpful to our users.
To Display Relevant Ads: Show advertisements that support the free version of MindMate.
Data Storage and Security
Your data is stored locally on your device. We do not have access to your personal journals, mood logs, or conversations. This means:
Your thoughts remain private
You're in control of your data
No one else can access your information
If you delete the app, your data will remain on your device until you clear app data or uninstall.
Third-Party Services
Google AdMob
We use Google AdMob to display advertisements that help keep MindMate free. AdMob may collect:
Device information (make, model, OS version)
Advertising ID (which you can reset at any time)
Approximate location (based on IP address)
App usage information
Google AdMob uses this information to show you relevant ads and prevent fraudulent activity. You can learn more about Google's privacy practices at: https://policies.google.com/privacy
How to Opt-Out of Personalized Ads:
On Android: Go to Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization
On iOS: Go to Settings → Privacy → Apple Advertising → Limit Ad Tracking
Your Choices and Control
You have complete control over your data:
Delete Journal Entries: You can delete individual journal entries at any time
Clear Chat History: Use the "Clear Chat" button to delete all conversations
Delete App Data: Uninstalling the app will remove all stored data
Use Without Name: Simply skip the name prompt to use the app anonymously
Children's Privacy
MindMate is designed for users aged 13 and above. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take appropriate steps.
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 policy in the app and updating the "Last Updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us at:
Email: [neelkanthvyas626@gmail.com]
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your data:
Right to Access: Know what data we have about you
Right to Deletion: Request that we delete your data
Right to Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
Since all your data is stored locally on your device, you can exercise these rights directly through your device settings.
Remember: MindMate is a wellness companion, not a replacement for professional mental health care. If you're experiencing a crisis, please reach out to a mental health professional or emergency services.
Thank you for trusting MindMate on your wellness journey. 💜