Privacy Policy for Flow Timer

Last updated: 4/10/2025

Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how Flow Timer ("we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, and shares information when you use our mobile application (the "App"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you understand how your information is handled.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

  • Custom timer names (optional)
  • App preferences and settings (theme, language, sound preferences, timer formats)
  • Custom background images (when manually selected by you)

Automatically Collected Information

  • Device information (operating system version, device type)
  • App usage data (crash reports, performance data)
  • Local notifications data (for timer completion alerts)

How We Use Your Information

  • Provide and maintain the App's functionality
  • Save your preferences and settings
  • Send timer completion notifications
  • Improve the App's performance and user experience
  • Diagnose technical issues and app crashes

Data Storage

Local Storage

All user data, including:

  • Custom timer settings
  • App preferences
  • Background images
  • Sound settings

are stored locally on your device. We do not upload or store this information on external servers.

Permissions

The App requests the following permissions:

  • Notification permissions (to send timer completion alerts)
  • Media library access (optional, for custom background images)
  • Haptic feedback (for tactile responses)
  • Audio playback (for timer and background sounds)

Third-Party Services

Our App uses the following third-party services:

  • Expo (for app development and updates)
  • App Store (iOS) and Google Play Store (Android) for app distribution

Please refer to their respective privacy policies for more information about how they handle your data.

Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties. We do not collect or store any personal identifiable information.

Children's Privacy

Our App does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

  • The right to access your data
  • The right to delete your data
  • The right to opt-out of data collection