Privacy Policy
Effective Date: July 5, 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to Tiny Gains (“the App” or “we”). We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your data.
This policy applies whenever you use Tiny Gains and its related services. By using our services, you agree to the practices described below.
- Habit Tracking Data: The check-ins, goals, and progress you record in the app
- Personal Settings: Preferences, theme choices, notification settings
- Feedback: Suggestions, feedback, or problem reports you submit to us
- Device Information: Device model, OS version, app version
- Usage Data: App usage duration, feature usage frequency, activity logs
- Technical Information: IP address, device identifiers, error reports
- Location and Weather Information: When you use weather-related features, we collect your approximate location information (city or region level only) to retrieve relevant weather data. We do not collect or store your precise geographic coordinates. Location information is used solely to obtain weather data through Apple WeatherKit service to provide you with personalized weather reminders and suggestions.
- Subscription Status: Your subscription type, start and expiry dates
- Payment Processing: We do not directly collect payment information; all payments are processed by Apple App Store
- Purchase Records: Purchase verification information provided by App Store to validate subscription status
- We do not collect your real name, ID number, bank account, or other sensitive personal information
- We do not directly collect credit card, debit card, or other payment information (payments are handled by Apple)
- We do not access your contacts, SMS, or call records
- We do not collect data from other apps on your device
- We do not collect your precise geographic coordinates; we only collect city or region-level approximate location information when you use weather features
We use your information only for the following purposes:
3.1 Providing and Improving Services
- To offer habit-building and progress tracking features
- To generate personalized statistics and growth illustrations
- To send reminders you set
- To sync your data across devices (if you enable cloud sync)
- To verify and manage your subscription status and provide premium features
3.2 Subscription Management
- To verify your App Store purchases and subscription status
- To provide exclusive features for premium subscribers
- To handle subscription-related technical support requests
- To ensure proper subscription service operation
3.3 Technical Support and Security
- To diagnose and resolve technical issues
- To prevent fraud and abuse
- To ensure the app’s security and stability
3.4 Product Improvement
- To analyze usage patterns and enhance features
- To develop new functions and services
- To conduct A/B testing and optimize user experience
3.5 Weather Features and Notifications
- To provide weather data based on your approximate location (city or region level)
- To offer personalized weather-based reminders and suggestions
- Weather information is used only to enhance your experience and not for other commercial purposes
- You can disable weather-related features in settings at any time
We do not sell, trade, or transfer your personal information to third parties except in the following cases:
4.1 With Your Explicit Consent
- We will only share your information after obtaining your clear consent
4.2 Service Provision Necessity
- Cloud Service Providers: If you use cloud sync, your data is stored on trusted cloud platforms (e.g., iCloud)
- App Store Services: Sharing necessary information with Apple App Store to verify subscription status and process payments
- Technical Service Providers: For services like push notifications and error monitoring
4.3 Legal Requirements
- To comply with applicable laws and regulations
- To respond to legitimate requests from authorities
- To protect our rights, property, or safety
5. Data Storage and Security
5.1 Data Storage
- Local Storage: Your main data is stored locally on your device for offline access
- Cloud Backup: If you enable cloud sync, your data is encrypted and securely stored in the cloud
- Retention Period: We retain your information only as long as necessary
5.2 Security Measures
- Industry-standard encryption for data transmission and storage
- Regular security assessments and vulnerability fixes
- Strict employee access controls and data handling protocols
- Data breach response plans
6. Your Rights
6.1 Access and Control
- View Data: You can view all your data in the app at any time
- Delete Data: You can delete specific records or reset all data
- Weather Feature Control: You can choose whether to use weather-related features; the app will not continuously collect your location information without authorization
6.2 Account Management
- Pause Service: You can stop using our services at any time
- Delete Account: You can request deletion of all your data
6.3 Notification Preferences
- You can turn off push notifications in settings at any time
- You can choose which types of notifications to receive
7. Children’s Privacy
Our services are intended for adults. If you are under 18, please use the app under parental or guardian supervision. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.
8. Cross-Border Data Transfers
If you use cloud sync, your data may be transferred to servers in other countries or regions. We ensure such transfers comply with relevant data protection laws.
9. Third-Party Services
The app may contain links to or integrations with third-party services:
9.1 Payment Services
- App Store (Apple): Handles all subscription payments and refunds
- Note: We do not directly process payment information; all payment data is securely handled by Apple
9.2 Cloud Storage
- iCloud (Apple): For iOS cloud sync
9.3 App Store
9.4 Weather Service
- WeatherKit (Apple): We use Apple WeatherKit service to provide local weather information. WeatherKit may access your approximate location information to provide weather data. WeatherKit’s data processing follows Apple’s privacy policy, available at Apple Privacy Policy.
These third-party services have their own privacy policies. Please review them carefully.
10. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. For major changes, we will:
- Post a notice prominently in the app
- Notify you via push notification (if enabled)
- Update the effective date at the top of this policy
Continuing to use our services means you accept the updated policy.
If you have any questions, comments, or complaints about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
We will respond as soon as possible, usually within 7 business days.
12. Governing Law
This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the People’s Republic of China. In case of disputes, both parties should seek amicable resolution; if not, disputes will be submitted to the competent court in our location.
Last updated: July 5, 2025
Thank you for trusting Tiny Gains! We are committed to protecting your privacy and data security.