🔒 SweatLock Privacy Policy

Effective Date: December 26, 2024 | Last Updated: December 26, 2024

            Summary: SweatLock processes camera data locally on your device for exercise detection. We do not store, record, or transmit your camera footage. Your privacy is our priority.
        

1. Introduction

Welcome to SweatLock ("we," "our," or "us"). SweatLock is a fitness discipline application that requires users to complete physical exercises before unlocking their device. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.

By using SweatLock, 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 the application.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Camera Data (Required Permission)

            Important: Camera access is used ONLY for real-time pose detection during exercises. All processing happens locally on your device using Google ML Kit.
        

What we access: Live camera feed during exercise sessions
How we process: On-device AI pose detection (Google ML Kit)
What we store: NOTHING - No images, videos, or camera data is recorded or saved
What we transmit: NOTHING - Camera data never leaves your device

2.2 Exercise & Usage Data

Data Type	Purpose	Storage
Exercise count (reps)	Track your progress	Local device only
Exercise type	Display statistics	Local device only
Unlock duration settings	App functionality	Local device only
App preferences	User experience	Local device only

2.3 Anonymous Analytics Data

We collect anonymous, aggregated data to improve our application:

App crashes and errors (via Firebase Crashlytics)
Feature usage patterns (via Firebase Analytics)
Device type and OS version (for compatibility)
App performance metrics

This data is anonymized and cannot be used to identify you personally.

2.4 Advertising Data

We display advertisements through Google AdMob. AdMob may collect:

Advertising ID (can be reset in device settings)
General location (country/region level only)
Device information for ad personalization

You can opt out of personalized ads in your device's Google settings.

3. How We Use Your Information

Core Functionality: Detect exercises and count repetitions
Progress Tracking: Show your exercise history and streaks
App Improvement: Fix bugs and improve performance
Advertising: Display relevant ads to support free app access
Analytics: Understand how users interact with features

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do NOT sell your personal data.

We may share anonymous, aggregated data with:

Google Analytics/Firebase: For anonymous usage analytics
Google AdMob: For advertising purposes
Legal Requirements: If required by law or legal process

5. Third-Party Services

SweatLock integrates with the following third-party services. Each has their own privacy policy:

Service	Purpose	Privacy Policy
Google ML Kit	On-device pose detection	ML Kit Terms
Firebase Analytics	Anonymous analytics	Firebase Privacy
Firebase Crashlytics	Crash reporting	Firebase Privacy
Google AdMob	Advertising	Google Privacy

6. Data Retention

Local Data: Stored until you uninstall the app or clear app data
Analytics Data: Retained by Firebase according to their policies (typically 14 months)
Camera Data: Never stored - processed in real-time only

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures including:

All data processing happens locally on your device
No cloud storage of personal exercise data
Secure communication protocols (HTTPS) for any network requests
Regular security updates and vulnerability patches

8. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

Access: View your exercise data within the app
Delete: Uninstall app or clear data in device settings
Opt-out of personalized ads: Via Google Settings on your device
Reset Advertising ID: Via device settings
Revoke camera permission: Via device settings (app will not function)

How to delete your data:

Go to Device Settings → Apps → SweatLock
Tap "Clear Data" or "Clear Storage"
Or simply uninstall the application

9. Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

Age Restriction: SweatLock is intended for users aged 13 and older.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at the email below, and we will delete such information.

10. International Users

If you are accessing SweatLock from outside Turkey, please be aware that your information may be processed in Turkey and other countries where our service providers operate. By using the app, you consent to this transfer.

11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have additional rights under the CCPA:

Right to know what personal information is collected
Right to delete personal information
Right to opt-out of sale of personal information (we do not sell data)
Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

12. European Users (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area, you have rights under GDPR including:

Access to your personal data
Rectification of inaccurate data
Erasure of your data
Restriction of processing
Data portability
Objection to processing

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. We will notify you of significant changes through:

In-app notification
Update to the "Last Updated" date above

Continued use of SweatLock after changes constitutes acceptance of the new policy.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us:

            Email: tungaeddystudio@gmail.com

            Developer: TungaEddyStudio

            Response Time: Within 30 days

15. Consent

By downloading, installing, and using SweatLock, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy.