1. Information We Collect

1.1 Data You Provide

When you use our Pomodoro Timer app, we may collect the following information that you voluntarily provide:

• Timer Settings: Your preferred work/break durations, notification preferences
• Productivity Goals: Personal targets and objectives you set within the app
• Session Data: Completed pomodoro sessions, break times, and productivity statistics
• App Preferences: Theme choices, sound settings, and customization options

1.2 Automatically Collected Data

Data Type	Purpose	Storage Location
Usage Statistics	App performance optimization	Local device only
Error Logs	Bug fixing and stability improvements	Local device only
Session Timestamps	Progress tracking and analytics	Local device only

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Core Functionality: To provide timer services, track your productivity sessions, and maintain your preferences
• Personalization: To customize the app experience based on your settings and usage patterns
• Progress Tracking: To help you monitor your productivity goals and achievements
• App Improvement: To identify and fix bugs, optimize performance, and enhance user experience
• Data Persistence: To save your progress and settings across app sessions

3. Data Storage and Security

3.1 Local Storage

Your data is primarily stored locally on your device using:

• Hive Database: Encrypted local storage for user preferences and session data
• Flutter Secure Storage: Secure storage for sensitive settings and configurations
• Browser Local Storage: For web app users, data is stored in browser's local storage

3.2 Cloud Storage (Optional)

If you choose to enable cloud sync features:

• Firebase Firestore: Securely stores your productivity data and preferences
• Firebase Authentication: Manages secure user accounts for cross-device sync
• End-to-End Encryption: Your data is encrypted both in transit and at rest

3.3 Security Measures

• All data transmission uses HTTPS encryption
• Local data is encrypted using industry-standard algorithms
• Firebase security rules prevent unauthorized access
• Regular security audits and updates
• No data is stored in plain text format

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 No Third-Party Sharing

Your productivity data, timer settings, and usage patterns remain private and are never shared with:

• Advertising networks
• Data brokers
• Analytics companies
• Social media platforms
• Marketing agencies

4.2 Limited Disclosure Scenarios

We may disclose information only in these specific circumstances:

• Legal Requirements: If required by law, court order, or government regulation
• Safety Concerns: To protect the safety of users or the public
• Technical Issues: Anonymous, aggregated data for troubleshooting purposes

5. Your Rights and Choices

5.1 Data Control

You have complete control over your data:

• Access: View all your stored data within the app settings
• Modify: Edit or update your preferences and goals at any time
• Delete: Clear all app data or delete specific sessions
• Export: Download your data in a portable format
• Opt-out: Disable cloud sync and use only local storage

5.2 How to Exercise Your Rights

• Within the App: Use Settings > Privacy > Data Management
• Contact Us: Email us at MotologicSystems@outlook.com
• Account Deletion: Use Settings > Account > Delete Account

6. Cookies and Tracking

6.1 Web App Cookies

Our web application uses minimal cookies for:

• Session Management: Maintaining your login state
• Preferences: Remembering your theme and settings
• Performance: Optimizing app loading and functionality

6.2 No Tracking Cookies

We do NOT use:

• Third-party tracking cookies
• Advertising cookies
• Cross-site tracking
• Behavioral profiling cookies

7. Children's Privacy

Our app is suitable for users of all ages, including children under 13. We take special care to protect children's privacy:

• No personal information is required to use the app
• No data collection from children under 13
• Educational focus on productivity and time management
• No social features or communication tools
• Parental controls available for account management

8. International Data Transfers

If you use our cloud sync features:

• Firebase Infrastructure: Data may be processed in Google's global data centers
• GDPR Compliance: Adequate protection for EU users
• Data Localization: You can choose your preferred data region
• Transfer Safeguards: All transfers use approved security mechanisms

9. Data Retention

9.1 Local Data

• Data remains on your device until you delete the app or clear data
• You can manually delete specific sessions or all data
• App uninstallation removes all local data

9.2 Cloud Data

• Account data is retained while your account is active
• Data is automatically deleted 90 days after account deletion
• You can request immediate deletion at any time

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons:

• Notification: Users will be notified of significant changes via in-app notice
• Effective Date: Changes take effect 30 days after notification
• Version History: Previous versions are available upon request
• Continued Use: Using the app after changes indicates acceptance

11. Contact Information

12. Additional Resources

12.1 Related Policies

• Terms of Service

12.2 Regulatory Compliance

• GDPR: General Data Protection Regulation (EU)
• CCPA: California Consumer Privacy Act (US)
• COPPA: Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (US)
• PIPEDA: Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (Canada)

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