Privacy Policy

Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how Life Logger, developed and operated by Irving Ou, collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our mobile application. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal data remains secure.

Data We Collect

Personal Content Data

Your life log entries, photos, and personal content are stored locally on your device by default. We do not automatically sync or upload your personal entries to our servers.

Account Information

When you create an account or sign in with Google, we collect and store:

• Email address
• Authentication tokens
• User ID assigned by our authentication provider (Supabase)

Voice Recording Data

When you use the voice recording feature with transcription enabled:

• Audio recordings are temporarily uploaded to our servers for transcription processing
• We use third-party transcription services to convert your audio to text
• Audio files are processed and then deleted from our servers
• The resulting text transcription is returned to your device

Technical and Usage Data

We automatically collect certain technical information to improve app performance and fix issues:

• Crash reports and error logs (via Sentry)
• App performance metrics
• Device type and operating system version
• User interaction patterns (anonymized)
• Session information when you're logged in

How We Use Your Data

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Authentication: To create and manage your account and provide secure access to the app
• Voice Transcription: To convert your audio recordings into text for easier searchability and organization
• App Improvement: To identify and fix bugs, improve performance, and enhance user experience
• Customer Support: To respond to your inquiries and provide technical assistance
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

We do not use your personal entries or content for advertising, marketing, or any other commercial purposes.

Third-Party Services

Life Logger integrates with the following third-party services:

• Supabase: Provides authentication services and secure data processing. View their privacy policy at supabase.com/privacy
• Sentry: Monitors app performance and collects crash reports to help us fix issues. View their privacy policy at sentry.io/privacy
• Google OAuth: When you sign in with Google, Google's privacy policy applies. View it at policies.google.com/privacy
• Transcription Services: Audio transcription is processed through secure third-party APIs. Audio files are processed and immediately deleted after transcription.

Data Sharing and Storage

What We Don't Share

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for their marketing or commercial purposes. Your life log entries and personal content remain private to you.

When We May Share Information

We may share limited information only in these circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party services (like Supabase and Sentry) that help us operate the app
• Legal Requirements: If required by law, court order, or to protect our rights and safety
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (users would be notified)
• Emergency Situations: To prevent harm to you or others when legally permitted

Data Location

Your personal entries remain on your device. Authentication data and temporary transcription processing occur on servers located in the United States and are subject to U.S. privacy laws.

Your Rights and Choices

Control Over Your Data

You have several rights and options regarding your data:

• Local Data: Your entries remain on your device. You can delete them anytime by deleting individual entries or the entire app
• Account Data: You can request deletion of your account and associated authentication data
• Transcription: You can disable voice transcription in the app settings to prevent audio from being processed
• Export: Export functionality for your local data is planned for a future release

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have additional rights under privacy laws such as GDPR or CCPA:

• Right to access your personal information
• Right to correct inaccurate information
• Right to delete your personal information
• Right to restrict or object to processing
• Right to data portability

Contact Us About Your Rights

To exercise these rights or ask questions about your data, contact us at support@irvingou.com. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption: All data transmissions are encrypted using industry-standard SSL/TLS protocols
• Authentication: Secure authentication through trusted providers with token-based access
• Limited Access: Only necessary personnel have access to systems containing user data
• Regular Monitoring: We monitor our systems for security vulnerabilities and unusual activity
• Data Minimization: We collect and retain only the minimum data necessary for app functionality

While we implement robust security measures, no system is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but are committed to protecting your information to the best of our ability.

TestFlight Beta Program

If you participate in our TestFlight beta program, additional data collection may occur:

• Apple TestFlight Data: Apple may collect crash reports and basic analytics if you've opted into sharing with developers
• Beta Feedback: Any feedback you provide through TestFlight is shared with us
• Usage Analytics: We may collect additional anonymous usage data to improve the beta experience

Beta data collection helps us identify and fix issues before the public release. You can opt out of TestFlight data sharing in your iOS Settings > Privacy & Security > Analytics & Improvements.

Data Retention

We retain different types of data for different periods:

• Personal Entries: Stored indefinitely on your device until you delete them
• Account Information: Retained until you delete your account or request deletion
• Audio Files: Immediately deleted after transcription processing is complete
• Error Logs: Retained for up to 90 days for debugging purposes
• Authentication Sessions: Automatically expire and are refreshed as needed

When you delete your account, we will delete your authentication data within 30 days. Your local entries will remain on your device unless you also delete the app.

Children's Privacy

Life Logger is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided personal information to us, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page and notify TestFlight users of any significant changes. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: