Introduction
Welcome to HydroFlow. We are committed to protecting your personal data and your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.
By using HydroFlow, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. We designed HydroFlow with a "Privacy First" mindset—most of your data stays exactly where it belongs: on your device.
Data We Collect
To provide a personalized hydration coaching experience, we may collect the following types of information:
- Physical Metrics: Your weight, age, and gender identity to calculate your optimal hydration goals.
- Hydration Logs: The time, volume, and type of beverages you log within the app.
- Location Data: If permitted, we use your approximate location to fetch local weather data (temperature and humidity) to adjust your hydration recommendations in real-time.
- Usage Data: Anonymous information about how you interact with the app to help us improve the user experience.
How We Use Your Data
We use the collected data for the following purposes:
- To calculate and personalize your daily hydration targets.
- To provide the "HydroAI Coach" recommendations and smart tips.
- To send notification reminders based on your schedule (if enabled).
- To process in-app purchases and manage your premium subscription.
- To analyze app performance and fix technical issues.
Data Storage & Security
Your privacy is our priority. Here is how we handle your data:
- Local Storage: Most of your personal data (logs, settings, metrics) is stored locally on your device using encrypted databases.
- Zero Data Egress: We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
- AI Processing: AI-driven suggestions are processed using secure, industry-standard encryption protocols.
Third-Party Services
HydroFlow integrates with certain third-party services to enhance functionality:
- OpenWeatherMap: For real-time climate-based goal adjustments.
- Google AdMob: To display non-intrusive ads (removable with Premium).
- Google Generative AI: To power our smart coaching tips.
Your Rights
You have full control over your data within HydroFlow. You can:
- Reset all progress and personal data directly from the Settings menu.
- Opt-out of location tracking or notifications at any time via system settings.
- Request a summary of any data stored remotely (if applicable).