Privacy Policy for Earpulse
Last Updated: December 2025
Introduction
Earpulse (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application Earpulse (the “App”). Please read this Privacy Policy carefully.
Health Data
- Heart Rate Data: The App collects heart rate measurements from your AirPods Pro 3 biometric sensors
- Activity Information: Activity types you select during tracking sessions (e.g., sitting, walking, standing)
- Session Data: Start time, end time, duration, and calculated statistics (average, minimum, maximum BPM)
HealthKit Data
- The App reads heart rate data from workouts in the preinstalled fintess app (if available)
- The App saves heart rate measurements to Apple’s HealthKit
- All HealthKit data is managed by Apple and subject to Apple’s Privacy Policy
- Device model and iOS version (for app functionality and support purposes)
- App preferences (e.g., date format selection)
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide heart rate tracking and monitoring functionality
- Display your heart rate history and statistics
- Enable activity-based filtering and analysis
- Integrate with Apple HealthKit for comprehensive health tracking
- Improve app functionality and user experience
Data Storage and Security
Local Storage
- All app data is stored locally on your device using SwiftData
- Data is stored in the app’s Documents directory
- Your data persists through app updates
- We do not transmit your data to external servers
HealthKit Integration
- Heart rate data is saved to Apple’s HealthKit
- HealthKit data is encrypted and managed by Apple
- You control HealthKit data access through iOS Settings
- HealthKit data is subject to Apple’s Privacy Policy
Data Security
- All data is stored locally on your device
- No cloud synchronization is performed without your explicit consent
- We do not have access to your personal health data
- Your data remains private and secure
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not share, sell, or disclose your personal information to third parties.
Specifically:
- ❌ We do not use analytics tools
- ❌ We do not use advertising networks
- ❌ We do not use third-party SDKs that collect data
- ❌ We do not transmit data to external servers
- ❌ We do not sell your data
Apple Services
- Data stored in HealthKit is managed by Apple
- HealthKit data access is controlled by you through iOS Settings
- Apple’s Privacy Policy applies to HealthKit data
Your Rights and Choices
Access and Control
- You can view all your data within the App
- You can delete individual sessions or all data through the App
- You can control HealthKit access through iOS Settings → Privacy → Health
Data Deletion
- You can delete sessions using the App’s delete functionality
- You can delete all app data by uninstalling the App
- HealthKit data can be managed through iOS Settings
HealthKit Permissions
- You can grant or revoke HealthKit permissions at any time
- Go to iOS Settings → Privacy → Health → Earpulse to manage permissions
Children’s Privacy
The App is not intended for children under the age of 15. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 15. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.
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
- Updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this Privacy Policy
- For significant changes, we may provide additional notice
You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
Future Features
CloudKit Synchronization (Planned)
- In future versions, we may offer optional iCloud/CloudKit synchronization
- This feature will be opt-in only
- You will be notified before any cloud synchronization is enabled
- This Privacy Policy will be updated to reflect cloud synchronization features
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Developer: Maximilian Lohmann
App: Earpulse
Contact: journeybym@gmx.de
Compliance
This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with:
- Apple’s App Store Review Guidelines
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
- Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) - where applicable
Consent
By using the App, you consent to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not use the App.
Effective Date: December 2025
Last Updated: December 2025
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