1. Introduction
Welcome to Slothly's Privacy Policy! Just like our gentle sloth mascot, we believe in moving thoughtfully and with care—especially when it comes to your personal information and privacy.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share your information when you use the Slothly mobile application ("App"). We're committed to being transparent about our data practices while helping you build meaningful habits in a safe, secure environment.
Your trust is important to us, and we've designed our privacy practices to respect your personal space while providing you with the best possible habit-tracking experience. Take your time reading through this—we're here to answer any questions you might have.
2. Information We Collect
We collect only the information necessary to provide you with a personalized, helpful habit-tracking experience:
Information You Provide Directly
- Account Information: Email address, username, and any profile details you choose to share
- Habit Data: The habits you track, your progress, goals, notes, and completion records
- App Preferences: Your notification settings, themes, and customization choices
- Support Communications: Messages you send us for help or feedback
Information We Collect Automatically
- Usage Analytics: How you interact with the App to help us improve your experience
- Device Information: Device type, operating system version, and App version for technical support
- Performance Data: Crash reports and technical logs to fix issues and improve stability
- App Store Information: Purchase and subscription data from Apple for premium features
Information We Don't Collect
We believe in data minimalism. We don't collect:
- Your precise location or GPS data
- Access to your photos, contacts, or other personal files
- Sensitive personal information unrelated to habit tracking
- Data from other apps or websites you visit
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information thoughtfully and only for purposes that benefit your experience:
Core App Functionality
- Habit Tracking: Store and display your habits, progress, and achievements
- Personalization: Customize your experience based on your preferences and goals
- Reminders & Notifications: Send you gentle reminders for your habits (only if you opt-in)
- Progress Insights: Generate meaningful analytics about your habit-building journey
App Improvement
- Feature Development: Understand how features are used to build better tools
- Bug Fixes: Identify and resolve technical issues to improve stability
- Performance Optimization: Make the App faster and more reliable
Customer Support
- Help & Support: Respond to your questions and resolve issues
- Account Management: Help you manage your subscription and account settings
- Communication: Send important updates about the App or your account
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
Your privacy is our priority. We don't sell, rent, or trade your personal information. Here's when we might share your data:
We Never Share
- Your specific habit data or personal progress with other users
- Your information with advertisers or marketing companies
- Your data for commercial purposes unrelated to the App
Limited Sharing Scenarios
- Service Providers: Trusted partners who help us operate the App (like cloud storage providers) under strict confidentiality agreements
- Apple App Store: Basic purchase and subscription information as required for iOS app functionality
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or to protect our legal rights
- Safety Protection: To prevent harm to you, other users, or the public
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger or acquisition, with the same privacy protections
Aggregated Data
We may share anonymized, aggregated data that cannot identify you (like "users complete habits 73% more often with reminders enabled") to improve our services and understand user behavior patterns.
5. Data Storage and Security
We protect your information with the same care we put into building habits—consistently and with attention to detail:
Security Measures
- Encryption: Your data is encrypted both in transit and at rest
- Secure Servers: We use industry-standard secure cloud infrastructure
- Access Controls: Only authorized personnel can access user data, and only when necessary
- Regular Audits: We regularly review and update our security practices
Data Location
Your data is stored on secure servers located in [Data Center Location]. We ensure all our data storage providers meet high security and privacy standards.
Data Retention
- Active Accounts: We keep your data as long as your account is active
- Deleted Accounts: Data is deleted within 30 days of account deletion
- Backup Data: Backup copies are deleted within 90 days
- Legal Requirements: Some data may be retained longer if required by law
6. Your Privacy Rights and Choices
You have full control over your data. Here are the rights and choices available to you:
Account Management
- Access Your Data: View and download all data associated with your account
- Update Information: Modify your profile, preferences, and habit data anytime
- Delete Data: Remove specific habits, notes, or your entire account
- Export Data: Download your habit data in a portable format
Notification Controls
- Push Notifications: Enable or disable habit reminders in the App or device settings
- Email Communications: Opt out of non-essential emails (account security emails cannot be disabled)
- Frequency Settings: Customize how often you receive reminders
Analytics and Tracking
- Usage Analytics: Opt out of non-essential analytics while keeping core functionality
- Crash Reporting: Choose whether to share crash reports to help us fix bugs
Regional Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have additional rights under laws like GDPR (Europe), CCPA (California), or other privacy regulations. Contact us to exercise these rights.
7. Children's Privacy
Slothly is designed for users 13 years and older. We don't knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
If you're a parent or guardian and believe your child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately. We will delete such information promptly upon verification.
For users between 13-17, we recommend involving a parent or guardian in setting up privacy preferences and understanding how the App works.
8. Third-Party Services
Slothly integrates with minimal third-party services to provide core functionality:
Apple Services
- App Store: For app distribution and in-app purchases
- iCloud: For optional data backup and sync across your devices
- Apple Health: For optional integration with health data (with your explicit permission)
Service Providers
- Cloud Storage: For secure data storage and backup
- Analytics: For understanding app performance and usage patterns
- Customer Support: For providing help and resolving issues
All third-party services are carefully vetted and required to maintain the same privacy standards we uphold. They are only authorized to use your data for specific purposes related to their services.
9. International Data Transfers
If you use Slothly from outside [Primary Country], your information may be transferred to and processed in countries where our services are hosted.
We ensure that any international transfers comply with applicable privacy laws and include appropriate safeguards to protect your information, such as:
- Standard contractual clauses approved by relevant authorities
- Adequacy decisions by privacy regulators
- Other legally approved transfer mechanisms
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
Like building good habits, we believe in continuous improvement. We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally to reflect:
- New features or services we offer
- Changes in privacy laws or regulations
- Improvements to our data practices
- User feedback and suggestions
When we make significant changes, we'll notify you through:
- A prominent notice in the App
- Email notification (if you've provided an email address)
- Push notification for important changes
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
11. Contact Us
We value your privacy questions and concerns. Our team is here to help you understand how we handle your information:
Privacy Questions
- Email: [email protected]
- General Support: [email protected]
Data Requests
To exercise your privacy rights (access, deletion, correction, etc.), please contact us with:
- Your registered email address
- A clear description of your request
- Verification of your identity for security
Response Times
We aim to respond to privacy inquiries within:
- General questions: 24-48 hours
- Data requests: 7-14 days
- Complex issues: 30 days maximum
12. Effective Date and Governing Law
This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of [Your Jurisdiction] and is effective as of the date listed below.
For users in the European Union, this policy also complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). For California residents, this policy includes protections under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).