This Privacy Policy describes how [Ace] ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our mobile application [HabitCore] (the "App").
By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect and store the following types of information:
Personal Information:
- Account Information: Email address, username, and password (encrypted)
- Profile Data: Any profile information you choose to provide
Usage Data:
- Habit Data: Your habit names, descriptions, completion dates, streaks, and progress
- Community Data: Posts, comments, likes, and interactions in community features
- App Preferences: Settings, theme choices, and notification preferences
- Device Information: Device type, operating system version, and app version
Transaction Data:
- Purchase Information: Subscription status, purchase dates, and transaction records (processed through Apple App Store or Google Play Store)
Technical Data:
- Crash Reports: Error logs and crash data (if Firebase Crashlytics is enabled)
- Analytics Data: App usage patterns and feature usage (if Firebase Analytics is enabled)
We do NOT collect:
- Precise location data
- Contacts or photo library access
- Advertising identifiers for third-party advertising
- Sensitive personal information (health data, biometric data, etc.)
2. How We Store Your Data
Your data is securely stored using Google Firebase services:
- Firebase Authentication: Manages your account credentials securely with industry-standard encryption
- Cloud Firestore: Stores your habits, user data, and community content
- Firebase Cloud Functions: Processes backend operations securely
- Encryption: All data is encrypted in transit using SSL/TLS protocols
- Server Location: Firebase servers are located in secure data centers worldwide. Your data may be transferred to and stored in countries outside your country of residence.
3. How We Use Your Data
We use your information for the following purposes:
- Provide Services: Enable core app functionality and habit tracking features
- Sync Data: Synchronize your habits and data across multiple devices
- Community Features: Enable interactions with other users (posts, comments, likes)
- Subscriptions: Process and manage premium subscriptions and in-app purchases
- Notifications: Send reminder notifications about your habits (if enabled by you)
- Improve App: Analyze usage patterns to improve features and fix bugs
- Customer Support: Respond to your questions and support requests
- Security: Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security issues
We DO NOT:
- Sell your personal data to third parties
- Use your data for third-party advertising
- Share your personal information without your consent (except as described in this policy)
4. Third-Party Services
We use the following trusted third-party services that may collect and process your data:
These services have their own privacy policies governing their use of your information. We encourage you to review their policies.
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
Community Features:
When you use community features, your username and posts are visible to other users of the App. You can control what information you share.
We may share your data only in these limited circumstances:
- With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share your information
- Legal Requirements: To comply with legal obligations, court orders, or law enforcement requests
- Protect Rights: To protect our rights, property, or safety, and that of our users
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (users would be notified)
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
6. Data Retention
We retain your data as long as your account remains active or as needed to provide services. When you delete your account:
- Your personal information will be permanently deleted within 30 days
- Your habits and user-generated content will be removed
- Community posts will be anonymized (username removed)
- Transaction records will be retained as required by law (typically 7 years for tax and accounting purposes)
- Backup copies will be deleted within 90 days
7. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:
- Encrypted data transmission (SSL/TLS)
- Secure password hashing through Firebase Authentication
- Regular security updates and patches
- Access controls and authentication mechanisms
- Monitoring for suspicious activity
Important: While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Your Rights (GDPR/CCPA Compliance)
Depending on your location, you have certain rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten")
- Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format by contacting us via provided email
- Object: Object to processing of your personal data
- Restrict: Request restriction of processing your personal data
- Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time where we rely on consent
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below. We will respond within 30 days.
9. Children's Privacy
Our App is not intended for children under the age of 13 (or 16 in the European Union). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under these ages.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately. We will take steps to delete such information from our systems.
10. How to Delete Your Data
You can delete your account and all associated data in two ways:
Option 1: In-App Deletion
- Open the App and go to Settings → User Settings
- Scroll to the bottom and tap "Delete Account"
- Confirm the deletion when prompted
Option 2: Email Request
Contact us at Ace.agency921@gmail.com with your account email and request for account deletion. We will process your request within 30 days.
11. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and stored on servers located outside your country of residence, including in the United States and other countries where Firebase operates data centers.
By using the App, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries that may have different data protection laws than your country. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.
12. 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
- Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top
- Sending an in-app notification for significant changes
- Requiring acceptance of the new policy (for major changes)
Your continued use of the App after changes become effective constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.
13. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
- Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell your information)
- Right to deletion of personal information
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights
14. European Union Users (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
- Legal basis for processing: Consent, contract performance, legitimate interests
- Right to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority
- Data Protection Officer contact: Available upon request
🔒 Your Privacy Matters
Your data is encrypted and securely stored using Google Firebase. We are committed to protecting your privacy and giving you control over your personal information.