Privacy Policy
PulseMate
Effective Date: December 18, 2025
Last Updated: December 18, 2025
IMPORTANT: This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use PulseMate. Please read this policy carefully to understand our practices.
1. Introduction
Welcome to PulseMate ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience while using our mobile application. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information.
By downloading, installing, or using PulseMate, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide Directly
• Account Information: We don't collect any account-related information.
• User Preferences: Your app settings and preferences are stored locally on your device.
• Feedback and Support: Information you provide when contacting us for support or feedback.
2.2 Health Data
• HealthKit Data: PulseMate accesses your heart rate and other health metrics from Apple HealthKit with your explicit permission. This data is processed entirely on your device and is never transmitted to our servers or any third parties.
• Local Processing: All health data analysis and insights are generated locally on your device. We do not have access to your HealthKit data.
2.3 Information Collected Automatically
• We do not collect any information from your app usage or behavior.
• Device Information: Limited device information may be collected by Google AdMob for serving advertisements (see Section 5).
2.4 Information from Third Parties
• We do not collect information from third-party sources except as described in Section 5 (Advertising).
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
3.1 Core App Functionality
• Providing heart rate monitoring and health insights
• Displaying your health metrics and trends
• Saving your app preferences locally on your device
• Generating personalized health insights based on your HealthKit data (processed locally)
3.2 App Improvement and Development
• Responding to your support requests and inquiries
• Improving app features based on user feedback
3.3 Communication
• Responding to your support requests and inquiries
• Sending important app updates and service notifications (if you enable notifications)
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.
We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:
4.1 Service Providers
• AdMob (Google): For serving advertisements (limited data as described in Section 5)
4.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government regulation, or to:
• Protect our rights and property
• Ensure user safety and app security
• Investigate potential violations of our terms of service
4.3 Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of our business, user information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
5. Advertising and Third-Party Services
5.1 Advertisements
PulseMate displays advertisements served by Google AdMob. These ads may be personalized based on:
• Device information and approximate location
• Google's advertising preferences (manageable in your Google account)
Important: Your HealthKit data is never shared with advertisers or used for advertising purposes.
5.2 Opting Out of Personalized Ads
You can opt out of personalized advertising by:
• Adjusting your device's advertising settings (iOS: Settings > Privacy & Security > Apple Advertising)
• Managing Google Ad preferences in your Google account
6. Data Storage and Security
6.1 Data Storage
• Local Storage: All app preferences and HealthKit data are stored locally on your device
• No Cloud Storage: We do not store your personal information or health data on any servers
6.2 Security Measures
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:
• All HealthKit data remains on your device and is protected by Apple's security measures
• No transmission of health data over the internet
• Secure integration with Apple HealthKit framework
6.3 Data Retention
• Your health data remains on your device and is managed by Apple HealthKit
• App preferences are stored locally until you delete the app
• We do not retain any personal information on our servers
7. Your Privacy Rights and Choices
7.1 Access and Control
You have the right to:
• Access: All your data is stored locally on your device
• Deletion: Delete the app to remove all local data
• HealthKit Control: Manage HealthKit permissions in iOS Settings > Privacy & Security > Health
7.2 App Permissions
Our app may request the following permissions:
• HealthKit Access: To read your heart rate and other health metrics (required for core functionality)
• Notifications: To send health reminders and app updates (optional)
7.3 Managing Your Data
You can manage your data by:
• Adjusting app settings within the application
• Managing HealthKit permissions in iOS Settings
• Disabling notifications in your device settings
• Deleting the app to remove all local data
• Contacting us for specific data requests
8. International Data Transfers
Since all your health data is processed locally on your device, there are no international data transfers of your personal health information. Limited device information may be processed by Google AdMob in accordance with their privacy policy.
9. Children's Privacy
PulseMate is designed for users aged 4 and above. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to delete such information.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal and regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Providing notice within the app (for material changes)
Your continued use of the app after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
11. Regional Privacy Laws
11.1 European Union (GDPR)
If you are in the EU, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including:
• The right to object to processing
• The right to restrict processing
• The right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
11.2 California (CCPA)
California residents have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act, including the right to know what personal information is collected and how it's used.
11.3 Other Jurisdictions
We comply with applicable privacy laws in all jurisdictions where our app is available.
12. HealthKit-Specific Privacy Information
• Data Minimization: We only request access to the specific HealthKit data types necessary for app functionality
• No Marketing Use: Your HealthKit data is never used for marketing or advertising purposes
• No Third-Party Sharing: Your HealthKit data is never shared with third parties, including advertisers
• Local Processing: All HealthKit data analysis occurs on your device
• User Control: You maintain full control over HealthKit permissions and can revoke access at any time
13. Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us:
App: PulseMate
Email: developerammadakhtar@gmail.com
Response Time: We aim to respond to all inquiries within 48 hours
For urgent privacy concerns or data protection requests, please mark your email as "Privacy Request" for faster processing.
14. Consent
By using PulseMate, you consent to the collection, use, and sharing of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not use our app.
PulseMate
Privacy Policy - Version 1.0
Last Updated: December 18, 2025