Privacy Policy for PlanPulse
Effective Date: December 12, 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to PlanPulse ("we," "us," or "our"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application, PlanPulse (the "App"). By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not use the App.
PlanPulse is designed to help you manage tasks, time blocks, and goals. All data is stored locally on your device, and we do not collect or transmit personal data to our servers.
2. Information We Collect
We strive to minimize data collection. Here's what we may collect:
- **Personal Information**: We do not collect any personally identifiable information (PII) such as your name, email address, phone number, or location. The App does not require registration or account creation.
- **Usage Data**: To improve the App, we may collect anonymous, aggregated usage statistics through third-party analytics services (e.g., crash reports or feature usage). This data does not identify you personally and includes information like app version, device type, and operating system. We use tools like Firebase Crashlytics for this purpose, but only if enabled by default settings.
- **Local Storage Data**: All your tasks, goals, schedules, and preferences are stored exclusively on your device's local storage using SharedPreferences. We do not have access to this data, and it is not uploaded or shared with us or any third parties.
- **Device Information**: We may collect non-personal device information, such as device model, OS version, and app installation details, solely for analytics and troubleshooting purposes.
We do not collect sensitive information like health data, financial information, or biometric data.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the limited information we collect only for the following purposes:
- To provide, maintain, and improve the App's functionality and user experience.
- To analyze app performance, identify bugs, and fix issues through anonymous crash reports.
- To ensure the App operates correctly on various devices and OS versions.
- We do not use your data for marketing, advertising, or any commercial purposes. We do not sell, rent, or share your data with third parties.
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not share, sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your information to third parties, except as described below:
- **Service Providers**: We may use third-party services (e.g., analytics providers) that assist us in operating the App. These providers are contractually obligated to maintain the confidentiality of your data and use it only for the purposes specified by us.
- **Legal Requirements**: We may disclose your information if required by law, such as in response to a court order, legal process, or government request.
- **Business Transfers**: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your data may be transferred as part of the transaction, but we will notify you and ensure continued protection.
5. Data Security
We take data security seriously. Although we do not store data on our servers, we implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect any data we may handle:
- Data is encrypted in transit if transmitted (though local data is not).
- We use industry-standard security practices for any server-side processing.
- However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
Since your data is stored locally, its security depends on your device's security measures (e.g., passcodes, encryption).
6. Data Retention
- Local data is retained on your device until you delete the App or clear its storage.
- Anonymous usage data is retained for as long as necessary to improve the App, typically up to 2 years, after which it is deleted.
7. Third-Party Services
The App may integrate with or link to third-party services, such as calendar apps or notification systems, but only with your explicit permission. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. Please review their privacy policies.
We do not use cookies or similar tracking technologies in the App.
8. International Data Transfers
Since we do not collect or store data on servers, international transfers do not apply. If analytics data is processed internationally, it complies with applicable data protection laws.
9. Children's Privacy
The App is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly. Parents or guardians should monitor their children's use of the App.
10. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your data:
- **Access and Correction**: Request access to any data we hold about you (though we hold none personally).
- **Deletion**: Request deletion of any collected data.
- **Opt-Out**: Disable analytics in your device settings or by contacting us.
- **Data Portability**: Request a copy of your data in a portable format.
To exercise these rights, contact us at [your email or support channel]. Note that local data deletion requires uninstalling the App.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy in the App or on our website. Your continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the new policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
- Email: [your support email, e.g., support@planpulseapp.com]
- Website: [your website, if applicable]
You can also reach us through the App's feedback feature.
13. Governing Law
This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of [your country/state], without regard to conflict of law principles.
Thank you for trusting PlanPulse with your productivity needs. We are dedicated to keeping your data private and secure!