Relate Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Relate ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains our data practices when you use our Relate iOS application (the "App").

Relate is a Personal Relationship Management (PRM) app designed to help users improve the quality of their interpersonal interactions and cultivate long-term relationships. Important Note: Our app does not collect, transmit, or store any of your personal information on our servers.

2. Information We Do Not Collect

2.1 No Data Collection

Relate operates in purely local mode. We do not:

• Collect any of your personal information
• Transmit your data to our servers
• Store your information in the cloud (except for optional iCloud sync)
• Track your usage or behavior
• Share your data with third parties
• Use analytics or tracking services

2.2 Content We Cannot Access

• Your contact information
• Your interpersonal notes and interaction records
• Your relationship data
• Your conversation topics
• Your personal preferences
• Any other information you enter in the app

3. How Your Data Is Stored

3.1 Local Storage Only

All your data is stored locally on your device using iOS Core Data:

• Your data never leaves your device
• We cannot access your information
• Your data is encrypted using iOS security features
• You have complete control over your data

3.2 Optional iCloud Sync

If you choose to enable iCloud sync:

• Your data is synchronized across devices through Apple's iCloud service
• This is handled entirely by Apple, not by us
• iCloud sync is governed by Apple's Privacy Policy and Terms of Service
• You can disable iCloud sync at any time in your device settings

4. Data Security

4.1 Your Device Security

• All data is encrypted using iOS encryption standards
• Your data is protected by your device's security features
• We cannot access your data even if we wanted to
• Your privacy is protected by design

4.2 No Server Infrastructure

• We do not operate any servers that store your data
• We have no databases containing user information
• We do not process your data on our systems
• Your data always remains on your device

5. Third-Party Services

5.1 No Third-Party Data Sharing

We do not share your data with any third parties because:

• We do not collect your data in the first place
• We cannot access your information
• We do not use third-party analytics or tracking services

5.2 Apple Services Only

The only external service we interact with is:

• iCloud (optional): For syncing your data across devices, handled entirely by Apple

6. Your Rights and Control

Since we do not collect your data, you have complete control:

• Full Ownership: All your data belongs to you
• Local Control: You can access, modify, or delete your data at any time
• No Account Required: No registration or account creation needed
• Complete Privacy: Your data never leaves your device unless you choose iCloud sync

7. Children's Privacy

Relate is not intended for children under 13 years of age. Since we do not collect any data, there is no risk of collecting children's information.

8. International Data Transfers

Since we do not collect or store your data, there are no international data transfers. Your data remains on your device and, if you choose, on Apple's iCloud service.

9. 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 in the app
• Sending you a notification through the app
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy

Your continued use of the app after changes indicates acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

10. Contact Us

11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

Since we do not collect personal information, CCPA rights do not apply to our data practices. However, you have complete control over your locally stored data.

12. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

Since we do not collect or process personal data, GDPR rights do not apply to our data practices. Your data remains under your complete control on your device.

13. Why This Approach?

We believe in privacy-by-design. By not collecting any user data:

• Your privacy is protected by default
• There is no risk of data breaches
• You maintain complete control
• The app works completely offline
• No tracking or monitoring