🛡️ Introduction
Welcome to Posture ("we," "our," or "us"). 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 Posture mobile application.
📱 What is Posture?
Posture is a mobile application designed to help users improve their posture through real-time tracking, personalized exercises, and intelligent reminders using AirPods Pro motion sensors.
📊 Information We Collect
Posture Data
- Motion sensor data: Anonymized head movement data from your AirPods Pro to track posture
- Session data: Duration, scores, and timestamps of your posture tracking sessions
- Progress metrics: Your personal improvement trends and achievement data
- Exercise completion: Which exercises you've completed and your performance
Device Information
- Device identifiers: Anonymous device ID for app functionality
- Operating system: iOS version and device model for compatibility
- App usage: How you interact with app features (anonymized)
Optional Information
- Notification preferences: Your reminder settings and preferences
- Subscription data: If you purchase premium features
- Support communications: Messages when you contact our support team
🎯 How We Use Your Information
Core App Functionality
- Provide real-time posture tracking and feedback
- Generate personalized improvement recommendations
- Track your progress and achievements over time
- Send helpful posture reminders (if enabled)
App Improvement
- Analyze usage patterns to improve app performance
- Identify and fix technical issues
- Develop new features based on user needs
- Ensure app compatibility across devices
🔒 Data Security & Storage
🏠 Local Storage First
Your posture data is primarily stored locally on your device using Core Data. This means your sensitive tracking information stays with you and isn't transmitted to external servers unless explicitly needed for premium features.
Security Measures
- Encryption: All data is encrypted both in transit and at rest
- Minimal data collection: We only collect what's necessary for app functionality
- Anonymous analytics: Usage data is anonymized and aggregated
- Secure infrastructure: Industry-standard security protocols
🚫 What We Don't Do
- No selling of data: We never sell your personal information to third parties
- No tracking across apps: We don't track your activity in other applications
- No unnecessary permissions: We only request permissions essential for app functionality
- No audio recording: We only use AirPods motion sensors, not microphone data
- No location tracking: We don't track your location or movement patterns
🔄 Data Sharing & Third Parties
Limited Third-Party Integration
We may share anonymized, aggregated data with:
- Analytics providers: To understand app usage patterns (anonymized)
- Cloud storage: For premium backup features (encrypted)
- Payment processors: For subscription management (Apple App Store)
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of our users or others.
⚙️ Your Privacy Controls
Data Management
- Export your data: Download all your posture tracking data (Premium feature)
- Delete your data: Clear all app data from Settings
- Control notifications: Manage reminder frequency and timing
- Opt-out of analytics: Disable usage analytics in Settings
iOS Privacy Features
- App Tracking Transparency: We respect your choice about tracking
- Permission controls: You control access to motion sensors and notifications
- Privacy labels: View our data practices in the App Store
👶 Children's Privacy
Our app 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 immediately.
🌍 International Users
If you are using our app from outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located. By using our app, you consent to this transfer.
GDPR Compliance (EU Users)
- Right to access your personal data
- Right to rectify inaccurate data
- Right to erase your data
- Right to data portability
- Right to object to processing
🔄 Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will post the updated policy in the app and update the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
For significant changes, we will provide additional notice such as an in-app notification or email (if you've provided your email address).