Privacy Policy for Alarm Buddy

Last Updated: January 15, 2025

Effective Date: January 15, 2025

Introduction

Alarm Buddy ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what information our iOS alarm clock application collects, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data.

By using Alarm Buddy, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

1. Information You Provide

When you use our app, we store the following data locally on your device only:

Alarm Settings: Alarm times, alarm names, selected game types, buddy character preferences, difficulty levels, sound preferences, volume settings, snooze duration, haptic feedback settings, and repeat schedules
App Preferences: Your customization settings, notification preferences, and other app configuration choices

Important: All of this data is stored exclusively on your device using iOS local storage (UserDefaults). We do not transmit this information to our servers or any cloud services.

2. Automatically Collected Information

We use third-party services that may automatically collect certain information:

Firebase Analytics:

App usage patterns (which features you use, how often)
Device information (device model, iOS version, screen size)
App performance metrics (app launch times, screen views)
General engagement data (session duration, frequency of use)

Firebase Crashlytics:

Crash reports and diagnostic information
Device state at time of crash
Stack traces and error logs
Device identifiers for crash attribution

This information helps us improve app stability, understand how users interact with our app, and fix bugs.

3. Information We Do NOT Collect

We do not collect your name, email address, or contact information
We do not collect location data
We do not collect health or biometric data
We do not collect photos or camera access
We do not access your contacts or calendar
We do not require account creation or login
We do not track you across other apps or websites

How We Use Your Information

On-Device Data

Alarm settings and preferences stored on your device are used solely to:

Provide alarm functionality
Remember your customization preferences
Deliver scheduled notifications at your chosen times

This data never leaves your device.

Analytics Data

Information collected through Firebase Analytics and Crashlytics is used to:

Improve app performance and stability
Understand which features are most valuable to users
Identify and fix bugs and crashes
Optimize user experience
Make informed decisions about future app updates

We use this data in aggregated, anonymized form. We cannot identify individual users from this data.

Data Storage and Security

Local Storage

All your alarm settings and preferences are stored locally on your iPhone or iPad using Apple's secure UserDefaults system. This data:

Remains on your device only
Is protected by your device's security features (passcode, Face ID, Touch ID)
Is backed up to iCloud or iTunes if you have device backups enabled (controlled by your iOS settings, not our app)
Is deleted when you delete the app

Third-Party Storage

Analytics and crash data collected by Firebase is stored on Google's secure servers. Google implements industry-standard security measures to protect this data. For more information, see:

Firebase Privacy Policy: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy
Google Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We Do Not Sell Your Data

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

Third-Party Service Providers

We share analytics and crash data with:

Google Firebase:

Firebase Analytics (for usage analytics)
Firebase Crashlytics (for crash reporting)
Purpose: App improvement and stability
Data shared: Device information, app usage patterns, crash logs
Privacy Policy: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy

These services may use cookies and similar technologies. Firebase may use your data in accordance with their privacy policies.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena or similar legal process, or when we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others.

Your Rights and Choices

Managing Your Data

Alarm Data: You can delete individual alarms or all alarms within the app at any time
App Data: Deleting the app removes all locally stored data from your device
Analytics: You can limit analytics tracking through your iOS device settings (Settings → Privacy & Security → Analytics & Improvements → Share iPhone Analytics = OFF)

Opting Out of Analytics

While we cannot disable Firebase Analytics within the app, you can:

Enable "Limit Ad Tracking" in iOS Settings → Privacy & Security → Tracking
Disable "Share iPhone & Watch Analytics" in iOS Settings → Privacy & Security → Analytics & Improvements
Delete the app if you prefer not to share any analytics data

Data Deletion

To delete all data associated with Alarm Buddy:

Delete all alarms within the app (if desired)
Delete the app from your device
This removes all locally stored data

Analytics data stored by Firebase follows Google's data retention policies. You can request deletion by contacting us at hello.alarm.buddy@gmail.com.

Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

Alarm Buddy does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. Our app is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect data from this age group.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us at hello.alarm.buddy@gmail.com, and we will take steps to delete such information.

Users must be at least 13 years old to use this app.

International Users and Data Transfers

GDPR (European Union)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights:

Right of access: Request a copy of your data
Right to rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
Right to erasure: Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
Right to restrict processing: Request limitation of data processing
Right to data portability: Request transfer of your data
Right to object: Object to processing of your data
Right to withdraw consent: Withdraw consent at any time

Since all alarm data is stored locally on your device, you have full control. For analytics data stored by Firebase, contact us at hello.alarm.buddy@gmail.com to exercise these rights.

Legal Basis for Processing:

Alarm data: Necessary for contract performance (providing alarm functionality)
Analytics data: Legitimate interest (app improvement and stability)

CCPA (California)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

Know what personal information we collect
Request deletion of your personal information
Opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell data)
Non-discrimination for exercising your rights

To exercise these rights, contact us at hello.alarm.buddy@gmail.com.

Data Transfers

Analytics data may be transferred to and stored on servers outside your country, including the United States. By using our app, you consent to this transfer. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place through our service providers' compliance with privacy frameworks.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Alarm Buddy does not use cookies directly. However, Firebase Analytics may use similar technologies to collect usage data. These technologies help us understand app usage patterns.

You can limit tracking through iOS privacy settings as described in the "Your Rights and Choices" section above.

Third-Party Links

Our app does not contain links to external websites or third-party services. All functionality is self-contained within the app.

Data Retention

On-Device Data

Retained indefinitely until you delete alarms or uninstall the app
Automatically deleted when app is removed from your device

Analytics Data

Firebase retains analytics data for a limited period (typically 2-14 months for event data)
Crash logs are retained according to Firebase Crashlytics policies
You may request deletion by contacting us

Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data:

On-Device:

Data protected by iOS security features
No data transmission to external servers (except analytics)
Encrypted backups when using iCloud/iTunes backup

Analytics:

Industry-standard encryption during transmission
Secure storage on Google's servers
Access controls and authentication requirements

However, no method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date at the top.

Significant changes will be notified through:

App Store update notes
In-app notification (if applicable)
This privacy policy page

Your continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us:

Email: hello.alarm.buddy@gmail.com
App Name: Alarm Buddy
Developer: Hemant
Location: India
Response Time: We typically respond within 48-72 hours.

For data deletion requests, rights inquiries, or privacy concerns, please include:

Your device type and iOS version
A description of your request or concern
Any relevant details to help us assist you

Consent

By using Alarm Buddy, you consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.

Summary

✅ All alarm data stored locally on your device only
✅ Analytics collected through Firebase to improve app experience
✅ No account creation or login required
✅ No sale of personal information
✅ You can delete all data by deleting the app
✅ Contact us with any privacy questions at hello.alarm.buddy@gmail.com

This privacy policy was last updated on January 15, 2025 and is effective as of January 15, 2025.