Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

When you use Ritual7, we may collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

• Account information (if you create an account)
• Focus session data and Pomodoro preferences
• Custom timer presets and settings
• Goals and productivity targets
• Feedback and support requests

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

We may automatically collect certain information when you use our app:

• Device information (device type, operating system, unique device identifiers)
• Usage data (focus session frequency, timer usage, app performance)
• Productivity analytics (session duration, completion rates, streaks)
• Health and activity data (if you grant permission to access HealthKit)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our Pomodoro timer services
• Personalize your focus experience and timer presets
• Track your productivity progress and provide analytics
• Calculate and display your focus streaks and achievements
• Respond to your support requests
• Send you important updates about the app (if you opt in)
• Detect and prevent technical issues
• Provide productivity insights and recommendations

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We respect your privacy and do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• With Your Consent: We may share information when you explicitly consent
• Service Providers: We may share data with trusted service providers who assist in operating our app (e.g., analytics, cloud storage, crash reporting)
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale, your information may be transferred

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. This includes encryption of data in transit and at rest, secure authentication methods, and regular security assessments. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: You can request access to your personal data through app settings
• Correction: You can update or correct your information through the app settings
• Deletion: You can request deletion of your data by contacting us or using the delete account feature
• Opt-Out: You can opt out of certain data collection through device settings
• HealthKit: You can revoke HealthKit permissions at any time through iOS Settings > Privacy & Security > Health
• Analytics: You can disable analytics tracking in app settings

6. Focus Session Data

Your Pomodoro timer sessions and productivity data are stored locally on your device by default. If you enable cloud sync, your data may be stored on secure servers to allow synchronization across devices. You can disable cloud sync at any time through app settings.

7. Children's Privacy

Ritual7 is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

8. Third-Party Services

Our app may integrate with third-party services, including:

• Apple HealthKit: For health and activity data synchronization
• Apple App Store: For app distribution and analytics
• Apple iCloud: For optional cloud sync (if enabled)

These third parties have their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review their privacy policies to understand how they handle your data.

9. International Users

If you are using Ritual7 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 the transfer of your information to the United States.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

11. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. If you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within a reasonable timeframe, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.

12. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have certain rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to delete your personal information, and the right to opt-out of the sale of your personal information (we do not sell personal information). To exercise these rights, please contact us.