WalkBlock

PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: December 21, 20251. Introduction
Welcome to WalkBlock, operated by Esnap Labs, LLC ("Company", "we", "our", "us"). We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect data when you use the WalkBlock app and related services ("Services").IMPORTANT: WalkBlock does not collect, store, or transmit your personal data to our servers or backend systems. All data is stored locally on your device. We do not maintain user accounts or databases containing your information. The only data transmission occurs for subscription management through RevenueCat and Apple App Store, which use anonymous device-based identifiers.By using our Services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.2. Information We Collect
We collect the following information to provide and improve our Services:- Health Data: Your daily step count data accessed through Apple HealthKit. We only request read-only access to step count data. We do not write any data to HealthKit.
- App Selection Data: Information about which apps and app categories you select to block using Screen Time functionality. This data is stored locally on your device.
- User Preferences: Your daily step goal, theme preferences (light/dark/system mode), and other in-app settings you configure.
- Usage Statistics: Daily statistics including step counts, goal achievement status, streaks, and app blocking activity. This data is stored locally on your device for up to 365 days.
- Subscription Information: Subscription status, purchase history, and payment information processed through RevenueCat and Apple App Store. We use device-based anonymous identifiers (no personal information required).
- Device Information: Basic device information necessary for app functionality, such as device model and operating system version.Note: We do not use cookies or similar tracking technologies. WalkBlock is a native mobile application and does not employ web-based cookies or tracking mechanisms. We do not collect email addresses, names, or any other personally identifiable information.3. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
- Track your daily step count and compare it against your goal to determine when to block or unblock selected apps and categories
- Store your app and category blocking preferences and apply Screen Time restrictions based on your step progress
- Calculate and display statistics such as streaks, total days goal reached, and average steps
- Process subscription payments and manage your premium account access
- Improve app performance and user experience
- Comply with legal obligationsWe do not use your data for advertising, marketing, or sharing with third parties for commercial purposes.3A. Aggregated Analytics
We do not collect or use aggregated analytics. All data remains on your device and is not transmitted to our servers or third-party analytics services.4. Data Storage and Security
- Local Storage: All data (step goals, selected apps and categories, statistics, preferences) is stored locally on your device using iOS UserDefaults. We do not operate backend servers or databases for user data. No data is stored in cloud services or transmitted to our servers.
- HealthKit Data: Step count data is accessed directly from Apple HealthKit on your device. We do not store or transmit this data.
- Screen Time Data: App and category blocking selections are stored locally on your device using Apple's Family Controls framework. This data is encrypted by iOS and remains on your device.
- Secure Transmission: Any data transmitted (such as subscription status to RevenueCat) uses encrypted TLS connections.
- Subscription Data: Subscription and payment information is processed securely through RevenueCat and Apple App Store. We do not store your payment card information. RevenueCat uses device-based anonymous identifiers that do not contain personal information.4A. Data Retention
- Local Data: All app data (step goals, selected apps and categories, statistics, preferences) is stored on your device and retained until you delete the app or manually clear the data.
- Statistics: Daily statistics are retained locally for up to 365 days, after which older data is automatically removed.
- HealthKit Data: We do not store HealthKit data. Step count data remains in Apple HealthKit and is subject to Apple's data retention policies.
- Subscription Data: Subscription status is managed by RevenueCat and Apple. We do not retain subscription data beyond what is necessary for app functionality.
- Account Deletion: Since we do not maintain user accounts, deleting the app from your device removes all locally stored data. You can also revoke HealthKit and Screen Time permissions in iOS Settings, which will prevent us from accessing that data.5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
We may share information with:
- Service providers who assist us in delivering the Services (RevenueCat for subscription management, Apple for HealthKit and Screen Time functionality) under confidentiality agreements
- Legal authorities when required by law or to protect rights and safety5A. Third-Party Services
We share data with the following third-party service providers to deliver our Services:- RevenueCat: We use RevenueCat to manage subscriptions and payment processing. Data shared includes: subscription status, purchase history, and transaction information. We use device-based anonymous identifiers (no personal information). We do not share payment card details. RevenueCat's privacy policy applies to subscription and payment data. For more information, see RevenueCat's Privacy Policy: https://www.revenuecat.com/privacy- Apple HealthKit: We access step count data through Apple HealthKit. We only request read-only access. Apple's privacy practices apply to HealthKit data. For more information, see Apple's Privacy Policy: https://www.apple.com/privacy/- Apple Screen Time/Family Controls: We use Apple's Family Controls framework to block apps and app categories. App and category selections are stored locally on your device using Apple's secure storage. Apple's privacy practices apply to Screen Time data. For more information, see Apple's Privacy Policy: https://www.apple.com/privacy/All third-party service providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for the purposes of providing services to us.6. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have rights including:
- Accessing your data stored locally on your device through the app
- Revoking HealthKit permissions in Settings > Privacy & Security > Health > WalkBlock
- Revoking Screen Time permissions in Settings > Screen Time
- Managing your subscription and payment preferences through your device settings or App Store
- Deleting all app data by uninstalling the app from your deviceTo exercise these rights, please:
- Use iOS Settings to manage HealthKit and Screen Time permissions
- Use the App Store to manage subscriptions
- Contact us at [email protected] for any questions or concerns7. Security
We use industry-standard security measures including iOS encryption, secure authentication, and access controls to protect your information. All data is stored locally on your device using iOS's secure storage mechanisms. However, we cannot guarantee absolute security due to inherent risks of data storage and transmission.8. International Data Transfers
Since all data is stored locally on your device, there are no international data transfers. Subscription data processed through RevenueCat and Apple may be processed in various jurisdictions in accordance with their respective privacy policies.9. Children's Privacy
Our Services are not directed to individuals under 13 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 13. If we learn that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.10. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):- Right to Know: You have the right to request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we collect, use, disclose, and sell (we do not sell your personal information).
- Right to Delete: You have the right to request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions. Since data is stored locally on your device, you can delete it by uninstalling the app.
- Right to Opt-Out: We do not sell your personal information, so there is no opt-out mechanism required.
- Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.To exercise your California privacy rights, please contact us at [email protected] with "California Privacy Rights" in the subject line. We will respond to your request within 45 days.We collect the following categories of personal information:
- Health information (step count data from HealthKit)
- App usage preferences (selected apps and categories to block)
- Subscription and payment information (processed through third parties)We use this information to provide our Services, process payments, and improve our app. We do not sell personal information to third parties.11. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
WalkBlock is a native mobile application and does not use cookies, web beacons, or similar web-based tracking technologies. We do not track your browsing activity across other websites or apps. Any data collection is limited to what is necessary to provide and improve our Services, as described in this Privacy Policy.12. Data Breach Notification
In the event of a data breach that compromises your personal information, we will notify affected users and relevant authorities as required by applicable law. We will provide notice within 72 hours of becoming aware of the breach, where feasible and as required by law.13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. Changes will be posted here with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Services constitutes acceptance of any changes.14. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us:
Esnap Labs, LLC
Cincinnati, Ohio
United States of America
Email: [email protected]This Privacy Policy is incorporated into and governed by the Terms and Conditions of WalkBlock.