Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 2025

Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how BreathMetric ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and shares information about you when you use our mobile application.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• Account Information: Email address and display name when you create an account
• Practice Data: Breathing session data including duration, patterns used, and cycle counts
• Health Data: Optional heart rate measurements (manually entered)
• Settings: Your app preferences like haptic feedback and sound settings

Automatically Collected Information

• Usage Data: Information about how you use the app, including features accessed and time spent
• Device Information: Device type, operating system, and app version
• Analytics Data: Anonymized usage patterns to improve the app

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and maintain the app's functionality
• Track your breathing practice progress and statistics
• Synchronize your data across devices
• Process subscription payments
• Send important service updates
• Improve app features and user experience
• Comply with legal obligations

Data Storage and Security

• Firebase: Your data is stored securely using Google Firebase services
• Encryption: Data is encrypted in transit and at rest
• Access Control: Only you can access your personal practice data
• Retention: We retain your data as long as your account is active

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

• Firebase (Google): Authentication, database, and analytics
• RevenueCat: Subscription and payment processing
• Apple/Google: In-app purchase processing

These services have their own privacy policies governing how they use information.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your data
• Correction: Update your account information
• Deletion: Delete your account and all associated data
• Export: Download your practice data
• Opt-out: Disable analytics and optional tracking

Data Sharing

We do NOT:

• Sell your personal information
• Share your health data with third parties
• Use your data for advertising

We may share anonymized, aggregated data for:

• Research purposes
• App improvement
• Public statistics

Children's Privacy

Our app is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.

Health Data

• Heart rate data is optional and entered manually
• Health data is stored securely and privately
• We are not a medical device or service
• Always consult healthcare professionals for medical advice

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes via email or in-app notification.

Your California Privacy Rights

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
• Right to deletion of personal information
• Right to non-discrimination

GDPR Compliance (EU Users)

If you are in the European Union, you have rights under GDPR:

• Right to access your personal data
• Right to rectification of inaccurate data
• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Right to withdraw consent

Data Retention

• Active Accounts: Data retained while account is active
• Deleted Accounts: Data permanently deleted within 30 days
• Anonymous Analytics: May be retained for up to 2 years

Cookies and Tracking

We do not use cookies. We may use:

• Firebase Analytics for app usage patterns
• Anonymized crash reporting
• Session tracking for app functionality

You can disable analytics in app settings.

International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.

Agreement

By using BreathMetric, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the app.