Introduction
This Privacy Policy describes how Chick App ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our mobile application Chick App (the "App"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about our data practices.
By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our App.
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
Automatically Collected Data
- Device Information: Device model, operating system version, device type, and unique device identifiers for analytics and app functionality.
- Google Advertising ID (GAID): Used for analytics, attribution tracking, and measuring advertising effectiveness. You can reset or opt out of personalized advertising in your device settings.
- App Installation Source: Information about how you installed the App (e.g., Google Play Store) for attribution purposes.
- Network Information: Connection type (WiFi/mobile) to optimize app performance and content delivery.
Push Notification Data
- Firebase Cloud Messaging Token: A unique token generated by Firebase to deliver push notifications to your device. This token does not contain personal information.
- Notification Preferences: Your language/locale settings to send relevant notifications.
User-Provided Data
- Contact Form Submissions: If you contact us through the App, we may collect your message content and any photos you choose to attach (using your device camera) to help resolve your inquiry.
How We Use Your Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
- To provide, maintain, and improve the App's functionality
- To send push notifications about app updates, training reminders, and relevant content (with your permission)
- To analyze app usage patterns and optimize user experience
- To measure advertising campaign effectiveness and attribution
- To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
- To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, or security issues
Third-Party Services
The App may use the following third-party services that collect and process data according to their own privacy policies:
Analytics & Attribution
These third-party services operate independently and have their own data collection and retention practices. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share data in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: With third-party analytics and attribution services (listed above) to help us understand app usage and measure marketing effectiveness.
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or governmental authority.
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.
Data Retention
We retain your information only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy:
- Analytics Data: Retained by third-party services according to their retention policies (typically 14-26 months).
- Push Notification Tokens: Retained while you have the App installed and notifications enabled.
- Contact Form Data: Retained until your inquiry is resolved, then deleted within 90 days.
- Local App Data: Stored on your device until you delete it or uninstall the App.
Calendar & Reminders
The App may allow you to save events and reminders to your device's system calendar for training schedules and workout planning. If this feature is used:
- All calendar data remains stored locally on your device only.
- Calendar information is not transmitted to our servers or any third parties.
- You can revoke calendar permissions at any time through your device settings.
Location Services
The App may request access to location services for location-based features. If this feature is used:
- Location data is processed locally on your device.
- We do not store or transmit your precise location to our servers.
- You can enable or disable location access at any time through your device settings.
Local Data Storage
The App stores the following data locally on your device:
- User preferences and app settings
- Custom training sets and combinations you create
- Training session history and statistics
- Fitness metrics and goal tracking data
All locally stored data remains on your device, is not transmitted to our servers, and can be deleted by clearing app data or uninstalling the App.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information:
- The App operates primarily offline with local data storage.
- Network communications use secure HTTPS connections.
- We follow industry-standard security practices in our development process.
However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
International Data Transfers
Our third-party service providers (Firebase, AppsFlyer, AppMetrica) may process data in countries outside your residence. These providers maintain appropriate safeguards for international data transfers in compliance with applicable data protection laws.
Children's Privacy
The App is not intended for children under the age of 13 (or 16 in the European Economic Area). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately so we can delete such information.
Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your data:
- Access & Portability: You can access your locally stored data within the App at any time.
- Deletion: You can delete your data by clearing app data in device settings or uninstalling the App.
- Permissions: You can manage app permissions (camera, notifications, calendar, location) through your device settings at any time.
- Advertising ID: You can reset your Google Advertising ID or opt out of personalized advertising in your device's Google settings.
- Push Notifications: You can disable push notifications through your device settings or within the App.
- Analytics Opt-out: You can limit ad tracking and analytics collection through your device's privacy settings.
To exercise any of these rights or for questions about your data, contact us at the email address below.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy within the App or on our website. Your continued use of the App after any modifications indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Consent
By using Chick App, you consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.