Privacy Policy for FlipPhone

Last Updated: December 2024

Introduction

FlipPhone ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application (the "App").

Information We Collect

Motion Data

FlipPhone uses your device's motion sensors to detect when your phone is placed face down, which is essential for the app's core functionality. This data is processed locally on your device and is not transmitted to us or any third parties.

Personal Information

When you use FlipPhone, we collect the following information that you provide:

  • Username: A name you choose to identify yourself within the app

  • Session Data: Information about your focus sessions, including:

  • Start and end times

  • Session duration

  • Notes you add to sessions

  • Session categories

  • Points earned

  • User Statistics: Aggregated data including:

  • Total focus time

  • Total points earned

  • Number of sessions completed

  • Longest session duration

  • Current and longest streaks

Usage Analytics

We may collect anonymous usage analytics to help us improve the app, such as:

  • Screen views

  • Button interactions

  • Feature usage patterns

  • App performance metrics

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

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide and maintain the App's core functionality

  • Track your focus sessions and progress

  • Calculate statistics and streaks

  • Improve the App's performance and user experience

  • Respond to your feedback and support requests

Data Storage

All your personal data, including session information and user statistics, is stored locally on your device using Apple's SwiftData framework. We do not store your data on external servers or cloud services.

Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties. Your data remains on your device and is not transmitted to us or any external services, except:

  • Analytics Services: If you have opted into analytics, anonymous usage data may be shared with analytics providers (such as Firebase Analytics) to help us improve the app. This data is anonymized and cannot identify you.

  • Email Feedback: If you choose to submit feedback via email, your email address and message content will be sent through your device's email client. We do not store or process this information.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical measures to protect your data:

  • All data is stored locally on your device using secure, encrypted storage

  • We do not transmit your personal data over the internet

  • Your data is protected by your device's built-in security features

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access Your Data: All your data is stored locally on your device and accessible through the app

  • Delete Your Data: You can delete individual sessions or uninstall the app to remove all data

  • Opt Out of Analytics: You can disable analytics collection in your device settings (if applicable)

Children's Privacy

FlipPhone is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete such information.

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. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: zack.davenport@gmail.com

Website: https://www.flipphone.co

Data Deletion

If you wish to delete all your data:

  1. You can delete individual sessions within the app

  1. To delete all data, simply uninstall the app from your device

  1. All data is stored locally and will be permanently removed when the app is uninstalled

Third-Party Services

FlipPhone may use the following third-party services:

  • Apple SwiftData: For local data storage (no data transmission)

  • Firebase Analytics (optional): For anonymous usage analytics, if enabled

These services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them.

This Privacy Policy is effective as of the date listed above and will remain in effect except with respect to any changes in its provisions in the future, which will be in effect immediately after being posted on this page.