Privacy Policy for 5K Steps

Effective Date: 5 Aug 2025

Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how 5K Steps ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our mobile application ("app").

By using 5K Steps, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

a. Device and Usage Data

We may collect anonymous data about how you use the app, such as screen views, time spent, and interactions, for analytics and performance improvements.

b. Step and Health Data

With your permission, we may collect your step count and related health data from Apple Health (iOS) or Google Fit (Android). This data is used solely to display your progress and insights within the app.

c. Local Storage

Your step data is stored securely on your device and not transmitted to our servers unless explicitly shared for support or backup purposes.

d. In-App Purchase Information

If you choose to subscribe to premium features, we may receive non-personal data from the App Store or Play Store regarding your subscription status. We do not store any payment information.

2. How We Use Your Data

• To track your daily step progress and display your activity trends
• To provide personalized reminders and motivational messages
• To improve app performance and user experience
• To process and manage your subscription (if applicable)

3. Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.

We may share limited, anonymous data with third-party services like Firebase for analytics and crash reporting.

4. Your Control and Choices

• You can revoke health data permissions at any time via your device settings
• You can uninstall the app to delete all locally stored data
• You can contact us to request data deletion or assistance

5. Data Security

We take appropriate measures to protect your data, including secure local storage and limited use of third-party services. However, no method of data transmission or storage is 100% secure.

6. Children's Privacy

5K Steps is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted within the app or on our website with an updated effective date.

8. Contact Us

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

Email: [email protected]

App Name: 5K Steps