Privacy Policy

Last updated: 1 Aug 2025

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

• App Store account information (managed by Apple)
• Premium subscription preferences
• Support communications when you contact us
• Game Center data (if you choose to use Game Center features)

Information Collected Automatically

• Usage Data: App features used, session duration, and performance metrics
• Device Information: iOS version, device model, and app version
• Audio Data: Temporary audio processing for water ejection and testing (not stored or transmitted)
• Analytics: Anonymized usage patterns to improve app functionality (via Firebase Analytics and Google Analytics)
• Advertising Data: Device advertising identifier (IDFA), ad interaction data, and targeting preferences (via AdMob)
• Subscription Data: Purchase history, subscription status, and billing information (via RevenueCat)

Audio Data Handling

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• App Functionality: Provide core features including water ejection, dB measurement, speaker testing, and frequency generation
• Performance Optimization: Improve app performance and fix bugs
• User Experience: Enhance features and develop new functionality
• Customer Support: Respond to your inquiries and provide technical assistance
• Game Center Integration: Enable achievements and social features (if opted in)
• Premium Services: Process subscription payments and provide premium features

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties, except in the following limited circumstances:

• Apple Services: App Store, Game Center, and iCloud data is managed by Apple according to their privacy policy
• Analytics Providers: Anonymized usage data is shared with Firebase Analytics and Google Analytics to improve app performance
• Advertising Partners: AdMob may collect and use advertising identifiers and interaction data for personalized advertising
• Subscription Management: RevenueCat processes subscription and purchase data to manage premium features
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or legal process
• Safety and Security: To protect the rights, property, or safety of our users or others

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information:

• Local processing of all audio data on your device
• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Limited access to personal information by authorized personnel only
• Secure development practices following industry standards

5. Your Rights and Choices

Data Control

• Access: Request information about the data we have collected about you
• Correction: Update or correct your personal information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal requirements)
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format

App Permissions

• Microphone: Required for dB meter functionality (can be disabled in iOS Settings)
• Game Center: Optional for achievements and social features
• Notifications: Optional for app updates and reminders
• Ad Tracking: Optional for personalized ads (can be disabled in iOS Settings under Privacy & Security > Apple Advertising)

Advertising Controls

• Ad Personalization: You can opt out of personalized ads in iOS Settings
• Limit Ad Tracking: Enable “Limit Ad Tracking” in iOS Privacy settings
• Ad Preferences: Manage your Google Ad preferences through your Google account

6. International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed and stored in countries other than your own. We ensure that any international transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations:

• Usage Data: Anonymized and aggregated after 12 months
• Support Communications: Retained for 2 years
• Account Data: Deleted upon app deletion or account closure
• Audio Data: Processed locally and never stored

8. Third-Party Services

Our app integrates with the following third-party services:

• Apple Services: App Store, Game Center, iCloud (governed by Apple’s Privacy Policy)
• RevenueCat: Subscription and in-app purchase management (see RevenueCat’s Privacy Policy)
• Google AdMob: In-app advertising and ad personalization (see Google’s Privacy Policy)
• Firebase Analytics: App usage analytics and crash reporting (see Google’s Privacy Policy)
• Google Analytics: User behavior analysis and app performance monitoring (see Google’s Privacy Policy)

Data Collected by Third-Party Services

• RevenueCat: Purchase history, subscription status, user identifiers
• AdMob: Advertising ID (IDFA), device information, ad interaction data
• Firebase/Google Analytics: App usage patterns, device information, crash logs

We strongly recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third-party services to understand how they collect, use, and protect your data.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our website
• Sending an in-app notification
• Updating the “Last updated” date at the top of this policy

Your continued use of the app after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.