Effective Date: 13 Sept 2025
Last Updated: 13 Sept 2025

1. INTRODUCTION

[Your Company Name] ("we," "us," or "our") operates the Health Stack iOS application ("App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our App.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your health information. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using the App, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

2.1 Health Information You Provide

• Manual Entries: Health data you manually input into the App

• Uploaded Documents: Health documents you choose to upload for processing

• Extracted Data: Health information extracted from your uploaded documents

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Performance Analytics:

  • Screen views and navigation paths

  • Feature usage frequency

  • App performance metrics (load times, crashes, errors)

  • Session duration and frequency

• Device Information:

  • Device type and model

  • iOS version

  • App version

  • Device identifier (anonymized)

  • Time zone and locale settings

2.3 Permissions-Based Information

When you grant permissions, we may access:

• Notifications: To send health reminders and app updates

• Alarm Kit: To set medication and health tracking alerts

• iCloud: To sync your data across your devices (if enabled)

3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

3.1 Health Data Processing

• Document Analysis: Your uploaded documents are sent to Anthropic's API solely for extracting health information

• Data Return: Extracted information is returned to your device immediately

• No Server Storage: We do not retain copies of your health documents or extracted data on our servers

3.2 Analytics and Improvements

We use performance data to:

• Improve app functionality and user experience

• Identify and fix bugs

• Develop new features based on usage patterns

• Optimize app performance

3.3 Communications

With your permission, we may send:

• Health reminders you've configured

• Important security updates

• App feature announcements

• Technical notifications

4. DATA STORAGE AND SECURITY

4.1 Local Storage

• Your health data is stored locally on your device

• Data is encrypted using iOS native security features

• You have full control over locally stored data

4.2 iCloud Storage

• If enabled, data syncs to your personal iCloud account

• iCloud data is encrypted and protected by Apple's security measures

• We cannot access your iCloud stored data

4.3 Transit Security

• All data transmitted to Anthropic's API is encrypted using TLS 1.2 or higher

• We use secure HTTPS protocols for all network communications

5. DATA SHARING AND DISCLOSURE

5.1 Third-Party Services

We share data only with:

• Anthropic API: For document processing (documents only, temporarily)

• Analytics Providers: Anonymized usage data only

• Apple/iCloud: If you choose to enable iCloud sync

5.2 We Never Share

We will never sell, rent, or share your health information with:

• Advertisers

• Data brokers

• Marketing companies

• Insurance companies

• Employers

5.3 Legal Disclosure

We may disclose information if required by:

• Law enforcement with valid legal process

• Court order or subpoena

• Legal obligation or government request

6. DATA RETENTION

6.1 Health Data

• Stored locally on your device until you delete it

• Immediately deleted when you uninstall the App

• iCloud data persists according to your iCloud settings

6.2 Analytics Data

• Performance analytics retained for up to 24 months

• Aggregated and anonymized after 90 days

• Cannot be linked back to individual users

7. YOUR RIGHTS AND CHOICES

7.1 Access and Control

You have the right to:

• Access all your health data within the App

• Export your data at any time

• Delete specific records or all data

• Disable analytics collection in settings

7.2 Permission Management

You can revoke permissions at any time through:

• iOS Settings > Health Stack > Permissions

• In-app settings menu

7.3 Opt-Out Options

• Disable analytics in app settings

• Turn off notifications in iOS settings

• Disable iCloud sync if preferred

8. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

The App is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If we discover that a child has provided us with personal information, we will delete such information immediately.

9. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

9.1 API Processing

When you upload documents for processing:

• Data is transmitted to Anthropic's servers (location may vary)

• Processing occurs according to Anthropic's data protection standards

• Extracted data is immediately returned to your device

9.2 Your Rights

If you're in the EU/EEA, you have rights under GDPR including:

• Right to access

• Right to rectification

• Right to erasure

• Right to data portability

• Right to object to processing

10. DATA BREACH NOTIFICATION

In the event of a data breach that affects your personal information:

• We will notify you within 72 hours of discovery

• Provide details about what information was affected

• Outline steps we're taking to address the breach

• Recommend actions you should take

11. PRIVACY POLICY CHANGES

11.1 Notification

We will notify you of material changes by:

• In-app notification

• Update notice on next app launch

• Email (if provided)

11.2 Acceptance

Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy

12. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

The App may contain links to third-party services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. Please review their privacy policies before providing any information.

13. COOKIES AND TRACKING

The App does not use cookies. We use only native iOS analytics capabilities for performance monitoring, which can be disabled in settings.

14. HEALTH DATA SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS

14.1 Sensitive Information

We recognize health data as particularly sensitive and:

• Apply enhanced security measures

• Limit access strictly to necessary processing

• Never use health data for advertising or profiling

14.2 Compliance

We try to comply with applicable health data regulations including:

• HIPAA (where applicable)

• State health information privacy laws

• International health data protection standards

15. YOUR CONSENT

By using Health Stack, you consent to:

• Processing of documents through Anthropic's API

• Collection of anonymized analytics data

• Storage of data on your device/iCloud

You may withdraw consent at any time by deleting the App.

16. CONTACT US

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

17. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING

We process your information based on:

• Consent: For health data processing and analytics

• Legitimate Interests: For app improvement and security

• Legal Obligation: When required by law

18. AUTOMATED DECISION MAKING

The App does not engage in automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal or similarly significant effects on users.

Last Review Date: 13 Sept 2025

By using the Health Stack App, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.