Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 31, 2026

Introduction

SweatCount (“we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle your information when you use the SweatCount iOS application.

Information We Access

Health Data (Read-Only)

SweatCount reads your health and fitness data directly from Apple Health (HealthKit) with your explicit permission. We do not collect, copy, or store this data — it remains in Apple Health on your device.

The app reads the following data types:

Workout data:

• Workout type (e.g., running, cycling, strength training)
• Workout duration
• Workout date and time
• Calories burned (active and basal energy)
• Distance (walking, running, cycling, swimming)

Activity & fitness metrics:

• Heart rate (for workout insights and trends)
• Daily step count
• Flights of stairs climbed
• Swimming stroke count
• Standing time
• Move time

Data We Do NOT Collect

• We do NOT collect any personal identifying information
• We do NOT collect your name, email, or contact information
• We do NOT track your location
• We do NOT use cookies or tracking technologies
• We do NOT collect data for advertising purposes

How We Use Your Data

Your health data is used exclusively to:

1. Display your workout history in the app
2. Calculate statistics (weekly totals, streaks, averages)
3. Show your progress toward fitness goals
4. Display achievements and milestones

All data processing happens locally on your device. Your workout data never leaves your iPhone.

Background Data Access

SweatCount may receive workout updates in the background (when you're not actively using the app) to provide timely notifications about your fitness progress. This background processing:

• Occurs entirely on your device
• Only detects when new workouts are logged
• Is used solely for local notifications (e.g., “Goal achieved!” or “New workout logged”)
• Does not transmit any data to external servers

You can disable notifications in iOS Settings if you prefer not to receive background updates.

Data Storage

• Your health data is stored in Apple Health on your device
• SweatCount reads this data with your permission
• We do NOT upload or transmit your data to external servers
• We do NOT store your data on cloud servers
• App preferences (like weekly goals) are stored locally on your device
• Widget data (workout counts, streaks) is shared between the app and widgets using a secure on-device container — this data never leaves your device

Data Sharing

We do NOT share, sell, rent, or trade your health data with anyone. Period.

Third-Party Services

Analytics (TelemetryDeck)

We use the privacy-friendly analytics service TelemetryDeck (provider: TelemetryDeck GmbH, Von-der-Tann-Str. 54, 86159 Augsburg, Germany) to analyze app usage. The use is based on Art. 6 para. 1 lit. b GDPR, as we require reliable and efficient tools for collecting app usage data in order to improve the app.

What data is collected:

• An anonymized, untraceable user ID (per app installation)
• Actions defined by us (e.g., “screen viewed”, “feature used”)
• A rounded timestamp (to the nearest hour)
• Device metadata (e.g., iOS version, app version, device type)
• Additional metadata (e.g., workout count, notification settings)

What is NOT stored:

• No IP addresses (not in logs, not in the database)
• No cookies or tracking technologies
• No persistent identifiers that could be traced back to individuals

The data processed by TelemetryDeck is completely anonymized and does not allow any conclusions to be drawn about personal information. TelemetryDeck does not have access to your health data.

The TelemetryDeck SDK is open source: github.com/TelemetryDeck

For more information: telemetrydeck.com/privacy and telemetrydeck.com/docs/guides/privacy-faq

Analytics (PostHog)

We use PostHog for anonymous, privacy-first analytics to understand how users interact with the app. PostHog is hosted in the EU and configured in fully anonymous mode.

What is collected:

• Anonymous session identifiers (auto-generated per installation)
• App events: navigation, settings changes, notification interactions
• Aggregated workout statistics (total counts only, not individual workouts)
• Device metadata (iOS version, app version)

What is NOT collected:

• No personal identifying information
• No health/fitness data details
• No cookies or persistent tracking
• No user profiles linked to real identity (anonymous device UUID only)

Configuration: PostHog uses anonymous person profiles identified by a random device UUID with no link to real identity (personProfiles = .identifiedOnly), requiring no user consent under GDPR. PostHog does not have access to your health data.

For more information: posthog.com/privacy

Crash Reporting

• If you experience crashes, crash reports may be sent to Apple via TestFlight or App Store
• These reports help us fix bugs and improve the app
• Crash reports do not contain your health data
• You can disable crash reporting in iOS Settings

Your Rights

You have complete control over your data:

• Access: View all your workout data in Apple Health
• Delete: Remove workouts from Apple Health at any time
• Revoke Access: Disable SweatCount's access to Health data in iOS Settings → Privacy & Security → Health → SweatCount
• Export: Export your data from Apple Health

Children's Privacy

SweatCount does not collect or transmit any personal information from users of any age. All data processing occurs locally on your device using Apple's HealthKit framework.

HealthKit Data Usage

SweatCount uses Apple HealthKit solely for app functionality:

• We only request access to health and fitness data you've already recorded
• We never write new data to HealthKit
• All HealthKit data stays on your device
• We comply with Apple's HealthKit review guidelines

Medical Disclaimer

SweatCount is designed for motivation and fitness tracking purposes only. The app:

• Is NOT a medical device
• Does NOT provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment
• Should NOT be used as a substitute for professional medical advice

Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before starting any new exercise program or making decisions about your health based on fitness data. If you have any concerns about your health, please seek medical attention.

Security

Your data security is important to us:

• All data processing occurs on your device
• We use Apple's secure HealthKit framework
• No data transmission to external servers
• App follows iOS security best practices

Changes to This Policy

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

• Updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy
• Posting the new policy in the app and on our website
• If changes are significant, we may provide additional notice

International Users

SweatCount is available worldwide. If you use the app outside your country of residence, your health data will remain on your device regardless of location.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

• Email: samulinivala@gmail.com

Legal Basis (GDPR)

For users in the European Union, our legal basis for processing your health data is your explicit consent when you grant HealthKit permissions.

Your GDPR Rights (EU Users)

If you are located in the EU, you have the following rights:

• Right to access your data
• Right to rectification
• Right to erasure
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing

Since all data stays on your device, you can exercise these rights directly through iOS Settings and Apple Health.

California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have the right to:

• Know what personal information is collected
• Know whether personal information is sold or disclosed
• Say no to the sale of personal information
• Access personal information
• Request deletion of personal information

Note: SweatCount does not sell your personal information and does not collect personal information beyond health data stored locally on your device.

Compliance

SweatCount complies with:

• Apple App Store Review Guidelines
• Apple HealthKit Data Use Guidelines
• GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)
• CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act)

Summary

What we access: Health and fitness data from Apple Health (read-only, stays on your device) including workouts, heart rate, steps, and activity metrics; anonymized usage analytics via TelemetryDeck and PostHog

How we use it: Display your fitness statistics locally on your device; provide timely notifications about your progress; improve the app through anonymous analytics

Who we share with: No one receives your health data. Analytics data is fully anonymized and stored in the EU (PostHog) and Germany (TelemetryDeck).

Where it's stored: Health data only on your device; anonymized analytics on TelemetryDeck and PostHog servers (EU)

Your control: Full - revoke Health access anytime in iOS Settings; disable notifications

Your privacy is our priority. SweatCount was designed from the ground up to keep your health data private and secure.