StepUp - Step Counter & Calories

Thank you for using StepUp – Step Counter & Calories. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information (optionally provided by the user or generated locally on the device):

Age
Weight
Height
Gender
Daily step count
Water intake records
Sleep-related data
Goals, reminders, and activity progress

Step and activity data may be collected using device sensors and Activity Recognition permission.

Additionally, third-party services may automatically collect limited technical information such as:

Device model
Operating system version
App usage statistics
Crash logs
Advertising identifiers (such as Advertising ID)
Approximate diagnostics and performance information

2. Permissions We Use

The app may request the following permissions:

a) Physical Activity / Activity Recognition

Used to count steps and activity using device sensors.

b) Notifications (Optional)

Used for:

Step reminders
Water reminders
Sleep reminders
Milestone alerts
Goal notifications

c) Internet Access

Used for:

Loading advertisements
Firebase analytics and crash reporting
Online services used by the app

These permissions are used strictly for app functionality, analytics, stability, and user engagement.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

Track daily steps and activity
Calculate calories burned and distance
Monitor water intake and sleep progress
Generate insights, reports, achievements, and streaks
Provide reminders and notifications
Improve app performance and stability
Personalize user experience
Display ads and reward-based experiences

4. Achievements & Sharing Feature

The app may generate achievement certificates or progress summaries based on your activity.

These are generated locally on your device
If you choose to share, the content is shared via external apps (such as WhatsApp, etc.)
We do not store or transmit your shared content on our servers

5. Data Storage

All personal fitness data (steps, weight, water intake, sleep data, goals, etc.) is stored locally on your device.

We do not store this personal fitness data on our servers.

6. Data Retention and Deletion

Data is stored only while you use the app.

You can delete your data anytime by:

Clearing app data
Using “Reset Data” (if available)

Uninstalling the app removes all locally stored data permanently.

7. Third-Party Services

a) Google AdMob (Advertising)

We use Google AdMob to display:

Native ads
Interstitial ads
Rewarded ads

AdMob may collect:

Device information
Advertising ID
Ad interaction data
App usage information

Ads may be personalized or non-personalized depending on device settings and region.

Learn more:
https://policies.google.com/privacy

b) Facebook Audience Network

We may use Facebook Audience Network to display advertisements.

Facebook Audience Network may collect:

Advertising identifiers
Device information
Ad performance and interaction data

Learn more:
https://www.facebook.com/privacy/policy/

c) Firebase (Analytics & Crash Reporting)

We use:

Firebase Analytics
Firebase Crashlytics

Firebase may collect:

Device information
App usage statistics
Crash logs
Diagnostic information
IP address (in limited situations)

Learn more:
https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy

8. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data.

However, third-party services such as AdMob, Facebook Audience Network, and Firebase may process limited technical data as described in this Privacy Policy.

9. Advertising & Ad Experience

Advertisements help support the free version of the app.

The app may display:

Native ads
Interstitial ads
Rewarded ads

Rewarded ads may appear when users voluntarily choose to unlock specific features or rewards.

Ads are never shown in system notifications.

We follow Google Play policies and advertising guidelines for ad placement and user experience.

10. Data Processing & Third-Party SDKs

Some third-party SDKs integrated into the app (such as AdMob, Facebook Audience Network, and Firebase) may process limited technical data to provide advertising, analytics, diagnostics, and app stability services.

These services operate under their own privacy policies.

11. No Medical Advice

This app is intended for general fitness and wellness tracking only.

It does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

12. Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your data.

However, no method of electronic storage or internet transmission is completely secure.

13. Children’s Privacy

This app is not intended for children under the age of 13.

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Any changes will be posted on this page.

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns:

📧 pkexpress040@gmail.com