BucketPal Privacy Policy

Overview

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

1. Information Collection

1.1 Information We Collect

BucketPal only collects the following information that you voluntarily provide:

Personal Profile Information:

• Username (optional)
• Birthday (for life progress calculation)
• Life expectancy settings
• Avatar image (optional)

Goal and Activity Data:

• Goal content you create
• Goal categories and priorities
• Goal completion status and timestamps

App Usage Data:

• App settings preferences
• Theme and appearance choices
• Notification settings

1.2 Information We Do Not Collect

2. Information Storage

2.1 Local Storage

2.2 Data Security

• Data is protected by iOS system-level security
• The app uses Apple's recommended security best practices
• Data is encrypted and stored in the device's secure sandbox environment

3. Information Usage

3.1 Data Purposes

Your data is used only for the following purposes:

• Providing core app functionality (goal management, progress tracking)
• Generating personalized statistics and progress reports
• Sending goal reminder notifications you set
• Displaying life progress visualization
• Providing Live Activity functionality (iOS 16.1+)

3.2 Data Processing Principles

• Minimization Principle: Only collect and process necessary data
• Purpose Limitation: Data is used only for clearly stated purposes
• User Control: You can modify or delete data at any time

4. Information Sharing

4.1 No Sharing Policy

4.2 Legal Requirements

Only in the following extreme circumstances might we be compelled to disclose information:

• When explicitly required by law
• In emergency situations to protect user or public safety
• To prevent fraud or abuse

5. Third-Party Services

5.1 Apple Services

BucketPal uses the following Apple-provided services:

• App Store Connect: For app distribution and subscription management
• StoreKit: For handling in-app purchases
• UserNotifications: For sending local notifications
• ActivityKit: For Live Activity functionality

These services are governed by Apple's privacy policy.

5.2 No Other Third-Party Services

We do not integrate any other third-party analytics, advertising, or data collection services.

6. User Rights

6.1 Data Control Rights

You have the following rights:

• Access Right: View all data stored in the app
• Modification Right: Edit or update your information at any time
• Deletion Right: Completely delete all data

6.2 Data Deletion

You can delete data by uninstalling the app (will delete all local data).

7. Children's Privacy

BucketPal is suitable for all ages, but we pay special attention to protecting children's privacy:

• We do not collect personal information from children under 13
• We recommend parental supervision for children using the app
• If we discover accidental collection of children's information, we will delete it immediately

8. Data Retention

8.1 Retention Period

• Data is only retained on your device
• When you delete the app, all data will be permanently deleted
• We do not retain copies of your data on any servers

8.2 Backup Recommendations

• We recommend backing up your device through iCloud to protect data
• Consider manually recording important goal achievements

9. Security Measures

9.1 Technical Security

• Uses security frameworks provided by iOS system
• Data is stored in app sandbox, isolated from other apps
• Follows Apple's security development guidelines

9.2 Access Control

• Only you can access data in the app
• Supports Face ID/Touch ID biometric protection (if device supports)
• App does not transmit any data in the background

10. International Data Transfer

Due to our local storage strategy:

• Your data does not leave your device
• No cross-border data transfers are involved
• Complies with data protection regulations in all countries

11. Privacy Policy Updates

We may update this privacy policy from time to time:

• Significant changes will be communicated to users through in-app notifications
• We recommend checking this page regularly
• Continued use of the app indicates acceptance of the updated policy

12. Applicable Laws

This privacy policy is governed by the following laws and regulations:

• GDPR: General Data Protection Regulation (European Union)
• CCPA: California Consumer Privacy Act
• Apple App Store Review Guidelines
• Other applicable local data protection laws

13. Privacy Commitment