BurnTracker Privacy Policy
Last Updated: May 8, 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to BurnTracker ("we," "our," or "us"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application ("App").
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
- Profile Data: Name, age, gender, height, and weight.
- Health & Fitness Data: Workout information, steps taken, distances traveled, calories burned, and activity types.
- Location Data: Geographic location while using workout tracking features.
2.2 Collection Methods
- Direct Input: Information you provide when creating your profile.
- Automated Collection: Data collected through device sensors, including:
- GPS and location services
- Motion and pedometer sensors
- Integration with Apple HealthKit
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information solely to:
- Create and manage your user profile
- Track and display your workout activities
- Calculate fitness metrics (calories, distance, pace, etc.)
- Provide personalized workout statistics and history
- Request app ratings and reviews (through Apple's review prompt system)
4. Data Storage
4.1 Local Storage
All your data is stored locally on your device using:
- Secure file storage for workout history
- Apple's Keychain for sensitive information
- Temporary memory storage during active workout sessions
4.2 HealthKit Integration
With your permission, we sync data with Apple HealthKit, subject to Apple's privacy practices.
5. Data Sharing
5.1 Third-Party Sharing
We do not share your personal information with any third parties.
5.2 Apple Services
- HealthKit: If you enable HealthKit integration, we may read data from and write workout data to HealthKit. In accordance with Apple's requirements, we never share information obtained from HealthKit with third parties.
- App Store: When you provide ratings or reviews, this information is shared with Apple and displayed publicly in the App Store according to Apple's privacy policy.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Correct inaccurate data
- Delete your data from the app
Exercise these rights through the app's profile settings or by contacting us.
7. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information, including:
- Local-only storage (no cloud transmission)
- Utilizing system security features
- Secure management of active session data
8. Children's Privacy
Our App is not intended for children under 13 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.
10. Contact Us