Privacy Policy for WeighForward

Last Updated: November 21, 2025
Effective Date: November 21, 2025

1. Introduction

WeighForward ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application WeighForward (the "App").

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our App.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Health Information (HealthKit)

When you grant permission, we collect:

Step Count Data: Your daily step count from your device's HealthKit
Activity Data: General movement and activity information
Usage Pattern: When you use the app and interact with features

Purposes:

Track your progress toward the 90-mile spiritual journey
Calculate miles traveled and remaining
Display journey statistics and milestones

Important: We ONLY collect step data. We do not access heart rate, nutrition, workouts, or other sensitive health information.

2.2 Account Information

When you create an account, we collect:

Apple ID: Used for authentication via Apple Sign-In
Display Name: Your chosen username (optional)
Journey Start Date: When you begin your spiritual journey
Account Preferences: Your selected settings and notifications preferences

2.3 Usage Information

We automatically collect:

Device Information: Device model, iOS version, unique device identifier
App Usage: Features accessed, devotional completion, time spent
Location Data: Approximate location (if map feature enabled, optional)
Error Reports: Crash logs and technical issues

2.4 Information from Third Parties

We receive information from:

Apple Sign-In: Email (optional), Apple ID details
Supabase Backend: Account verification, sync data
Google Analytics: App usage patterns (optional)

2.5 Information for Advertising

Google AdMob may collect:

Device Identifiers: For ad serving and personalization
Tracking Preferences: Your App Tracking Transparency choice
Ad Interaction: Whether you viewed or clicked ads

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Primary Uses

App Functionality: Track steps, show progress, deliver devotionals
Account Management: Maintain your account, process authentication
Content Delivery: Provide daily devotional content
Community Features: Enable leaderboards, groups, social interaction

3.2 Secondary Uses

Analytics: Understand app usage patterns to improve features
Bug Fixes: Debug technical issues and improve performance
Customer Support: Respond to your inquiries
Personalization: Customize your experience based on preferences

3.3 Advertising (Google AdMob)

Ad Delivery: Show relevant banner advertisements
Ad Measurement: Track ad performance (impressions, clicks)
Personalization: Deliver personalized ads based on your interests (if consented)

3.4 Legal Compliance

Respond to legal requests from authorities
Enforce our terms and policies
Protect against fraud or abuse
Protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property

4. Information Sharing & Disclosure

4.1 We Do NOT Share

❌ Step data with third parties (except as described)
❌ Personal health information with advertisers
❌ Your Apple ID or account credentials

4.2 We May Share With

Supabase Backend: Account data, sync information (encrypted)
Google AdMob: Device ID only (for ad serving, no health data)
Apple: Device information (as required by platform)
Legal Authorities: If required by law
Service Providers: Email, analytics, error tracking services

4.3 Data in Leaderboards/Community

Your chosen display name appears in leaderboards
Your progress statistics are shared with community members
No personal identifying information is shared

5. Data Security & Storage

5.1 Security Measures

We implement:

HTTPS Encryption: All data in transit is encrypted
Database Encryption: Backend data encrypted at rest
Access Control: Only authorized personnel access data
Regular Audits: Security reviews and penetration testing

5.2 Data Storage

Local: Step data cached on your device with standard iOS protections
Backend: Stored in Supabase-managed PostgreSQL database
Duration: Data retained as long as your account is active
Backup: Automated daily backups of production data

5.3 Limitations

While we use industry-standard security, no method is 100% secure. Transmission of data via internet carries inherent risks.

6. Your Privacy Rights & Choices

6.1 Access Your Data

You can request a copy of your personal data by contacting us at Antonio@eticommunty.com.

6.2 Correct/Update Data

Update your profile in the app settings or contact support.

6.3 Delete Your Data

You can delete your account and associated data through:

App Settings > Profile > Delete Account
Or by contacting Antonio@eticommunty.com

Note: Upon deletion, your account is anonymized within 30 days.

6.4 HealthKit Permissions

You can revoke HealthKit access through:

Settings > Health > Data Access & Devices > WeighForward > Toggle off step data

6.5 App Tracking Transparency

When you first open the app, you'll see a prompt to allow or deny tracking:

Allow: Enables personalized ads through Google AdMob
Deny: Limits ad personalization, no reduction in functionality

6.6 Notification Preferences

Manage notifications in:

App Settings > Notifications
Device Settings > Notifications > WeighForward

6.7 Advertising Preferences

Manage ad preferences through:

Google AdMob Preferences: https://myadcenter.google.com
GDPR Consent Manager (if applicable)

7. Third-Party Services

7.1 Google AdMob

Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Purpose: Display personalized advertisements
Data Collected: Device ID, ad interactions
Opt-Out: https://adssettings.google.com

7.2 Supabase Backend

Privacy Policy: https://supabase.com/privacy
Purpose: Account data storage and synchronization
Data Collected: Account info, app usage, device data
Encryption: End-to-end encrypted

7.3 Apple Services

Siri Kit: No voice data collection
Sign-In: Email optional, ID-only authentication
HealthKit: Direct device access, no intermediary

8. Data Retention

Data Type	Retention Period	Reason
Step Data	Account active + 1 year	Historical tracking, statistics
Account Data	Account active + 30 days	Erasure after deletion request
Ad Data	30 days	Measurement and optimization
Error Logs	90 days	Debugging and improvement
Backups	30 days	Disaster recovery

9. Children's Privacy

WeighForward is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided us information, we will:

Notify parents/guardians immediately
Delete the child's data within 30 days
Discontinue further collection

For GDPR regions (under 16) and CCPA regions (under 13), we take additional protections.

10. GDPR & CCPA Compliance

10.1 GDPR (EU Users)

Under GDPR, you have rights to:

✅ Access your data
✅ Correct inaccuracies
✅ Erase your data
✅ Restrict processing
✅ Data portability
✅ Object to processing

Lawful Basis:

Contractual necessity (account services)
Legitimate interests (analytics, improvement)
Your consent (advertising, tracking)

Data Protection Officer: Contact Antonio@eticommunty.com for privacy inquiries

10.2 CCPA (California Users)

Under CCPA, California residents have rights to:

✅ Know what personal information is collected
✅ Delete personal information
✅ Opt-out of the sale of personal information
✅ Non-discrimination for exercising CCPA rights

Note: We do NOT sell personal information.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Your continued use of the App following the posting of revised Privacy Policy means that you accept and agree to the changes.

12. Contact Us

For privacy questions, concerns, or to exercise your rights:

Company: Eco Building Corporation
Email: Antonio@eticommunty.com
Mailing Address: 16824 NC-211, Red Springs, NC 28377

For GDPR inquiries:
Data Protection Officer: Antonio@eticommunty.com
Response Time: 30 days

13. California Privacy Rights (CCPA Notice)

California Resident Rights: We collect the following categories of personal information:

Category	Purpose	Third Parties
Health Information	App functionality	Supabase
Account Information	Authentication	Apple
Device Information	Analytics	Google Analytics
Advertising Data	Ad serving	Google AdMob

Right to Delete: Submit deletion request to Antonio@eticommunty.com
Right to Opt-Out: Use in-app settings
Non-Discrimination: We don't discriminate based on privacy choices

14. International Data Transfers

If you are located outside the United States, your data may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other countries. By using WeighForward, you consent to such transfer and processing.

For EU users, we implement Standard Contractual Clauses to protect your data.

15. State-Specific Rights

Virginia (VCDPA)

Right to know, delete, correct data
Right to opt-out of targeted advertising
Right to data portability

Colorado (CPA)

Right to know, delete, correct data
Right to opt-out of targeted advertising
Right to data portability

Connecticut (CTDPA)

Right to know, delete, correct, port data
Right to opt-out of targeted advertising and profiling

Acknowledgment

By using WeighForward, you acknowledge that you have read this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. If you have questions, please contact us at Antonio@eticommunty.com.

Version: 1.0
Last Updated: November 21, 2025
Next Review: November 21, 2026