Effective Date: July 1, 2025
Last Updated: July 1, 2025
StarTimer ("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 StarTimer mobile application (the "App").
- Timer Data: Timer names, durations, custom icons, colors, and reminder preferences you create within the app
- Reminder Settings: Notification preferences, recurring schedules, and reminder times
- App Preferences: Settings for sounds, haptic feedback, and visual customizations
- Usage Analytics: Anonymous data about app features used, session duration, and performance metrics (only if you consent)
- Crash Reports: Technical data to improve app stability (anonymous and device-specific only)
- Personal identification information (name, email, phone number)
- Location data
- Camera or photo access
- Contacts or calendar data
- Financial information
- Browsing history or data from other apps
- App Functionality: Store and manage your custom timers, preferences, and reminder settings
- Local Notifications: Deliver timer reminders and completion notifications based on your preferences
- Widgets and Live Activities: Display timer information in iOS widgets and Dynamic Island
- Siri Integration: Enable voice-activated timer control through App Intents
- App Improvement: Anonymous usage analytics to enhance features and performance (only with your consent)
- Bug Fixes: Crash reports to identify and resolve technical issues
- All your timer data is stored locally on your device using iOS's secure storage frameworks
- No timer data is transmitted to external servers or cloud services
- Your data remains on your device and is protected by iOS security features
- Industry-standard encryption for data at rest
- Secure coding practices following Apple's security guidelines
- Regular security audits and updates
- No third-party data processing or sharing
- Timer data persists on your device until you delete timers or uninstall the app
- App preferences are retained until you reset them or uninstall the app
- No data is retained on external servers
StarTimer does not sell, trade, or transfer your personal information to third parties. Your timer data remains private and local to your device.
We may disclose information only in the following limited circumstances:
- Legal Requirements: If required by law, court order, or government regulation
- Safety Concerns: To protect the safety and security of our users or the public
- Business Transfer: In the unlikely event of a merger or acquisition (users would be notified)
StarTimer uses the following Apple frameworks that may process data according to Apple's Privacy Policy:
- UserNotifications: For timer reminders and notifications
- WidgetKit: For Home Screen widgets
- ActivityKit: For Live Activities and Dynamic Island integration
- App Intents: For Siri Shortcuts integration
StarTimer does not use third-party analytics services, advertising networks, or tracking frameworks.
StarTimer is designed for users of all ages and does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. The app:
- Does not require account creation
- Does not collect personal information
- Stores data only locally on the device
- Does not communicate with external servers
If you believe a child has provided information to us, please contact us immediately.
You have complete control over your data:
- Access: View all your timer data within the app
- Modify: Edit or update timer information at any time
- Delete: Remove individual timers or reset all data
- Export: Timer data remains accessible through iOS backup systems
- Notification Preferences: Enable or disable notifications at any time through iOS Settings
- Reminder Management: Control which timers send notifications and when
- System Integration: Manage widget and Live Activity permissions through iOS Settings
- Your timer data is stored in standard iOS formats
- Data is included in iOS device backups (if enabled)
- No proprietary lock-in or export restrictions
- We will update this Privacy Policy as needed to reflect changes in our practices
- Material changes will be communicated through app updates
- Continued use of the app constitutes acceptance of updated terms
- All policy versions are dated and maintained
- Previous versions are available upon request
- Changes are highlighted in update notifications
California residents have additional rights under CCPA:
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt-out of sale (not applicable as we don't sell data)
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights
European Union users have rights under GDPR:
- Lawful basis for processing (legitimate interest for app functionality)
- Right of access, rectification, erasure, and portability
- Right to object to processing
- Data Protection Officer contact information (see below)
We comply with applicable privacy laws in all jurisdictions where the app is available.
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices:
Email: startimer@saptak.in
Subject Line: StarTimer Privacy Inquiry
Response Time: Within 48 hours
For GDPR-related inquiries:
Email: startimer@saptak.in
Subject Line: GDPR Data Request
For general app support:
Email: startimer@saptak.in
App Store Reviews: We monitor and respond to App Store feedback
According to Apple's App Store privacy labeling requirements:
| Data Type | Collected | Linked to User | Used for Tracking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timer Data | Yes | No | No |
| Usage Analytics | Optional | No | No |
| Crash Reports | Yes | No | No |
| Personal Information | No | No | No |
| Location | No | No | No |
| Identifiers | No | No | No |
StarTimer requests the following iOS permissions:
- Notifications: For timer reminders (optional)
- Siri & Shortcuts: For voice control integration (optional)
- Background App Refresh: For accurate timer completion (optional)
StarTimer is designed with privacy as a fundamental principle. We believe your timer data is personal and should remain under your control. We commit to:
- Transparent data practices
- Minimal data collection
- Local data storage
- No unauthorized sharing
- Regular privacy audits
- Prompt response to privacy concerns
By using StarTimer, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
Document Version: 1.0
Effective Date: July 1, 2025
Next Review Date: January 1, 2026
This Privacy Policy is available within the StarTimer app and at https://gist.github.com/saptak/b925b6984c90d8978048b76aa989f907