Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2025

Introduction

Chronos ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application ("App").

Information We Collect

Data You Provide

  • Event Information: Event names, dates, and optional background images you create within the App
  • Categories: Custom categories you create to organize your events
  • Preferences: Your preferred time unit display settings for countdowns

Automatically Collected Information

  • Device Information: Basic device information necessary for App functionality
  • Usage Data: Information about how you interact with the App (stored locally)

How We Use Your Information

We use the information you provide solely to:

  • Provide countdown timer functionality
  • Send you notifications about upcoming events (with your permission)
  • Display your events in widgets on your device
  • Improve App functionality and user experience

Data Storage

All your data is stored locally on your device using Apple's SwiftData framework. We use an App Group container to share data between the main App and widget extension. We do not transmit, upload, or sync your data to any external servers.

Third-Party Services

RevenueCat

We use RevenueCat to manage in-app subscriptions. RevenueCat may collect:

  • Purchase transaction information
  • Subscription status
  • Device identifiers

For more information, please review RevenueCat's Privacy Policy.

Pexels API

When you search for images, we use the Pexels API. Pexels may collect:

  • Search queries
  • IP addresses
  • Usage statistics

For more information, please review Pexels' Privacy Policy.

Apple Push Notification Service

If you enable notifications, we use Apple's Push Notification service to send you event reminders. Apple processes notification data according to their privacy practices.

Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We only share data as necessary to provide App functionality through the third-party services mentioned above.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access: View all data stored in the App at any time
  • Delete: Delete individual events or all data through the App's settings
  • Control Notifications: Enable or disable notifications at any time through your device settings
  • Cancel Subscriptions: Manage or cancel subscriptions through your Apple ID settings

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical measures to protect your data stored locally on your device. However, no method of electronic storage is 100% secure.

Children's Privacy

Our App is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

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 and updating the "Last Updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Compliance

This Privacy Policy complies with:

  • Apple App Store Guidelines
  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)

By using Chronos, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.