🔒 Privacy Policy

📋 Introduction

Welcome to Relationship Journal ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you use our mobile application.

📊 Information We Collect

Account Information

• Email address (for authentication)
• Display name (optional)
• Profile preferences

User-Generated Content

• Journal entries and text
• Mood logs and emotions
• Photos you choose to attach
• Voice recordings (stored securely)
• Partner connection data (if you choose to connect)

Usage Analytics

• App usage patterns (anonymized)
• Feature engagement statistics
• Crash reports for app improvement

🔐 How We Use Your Information

We use your information solely to:

• Provide and personalize the app experience
• Enable partner connection features
• Generate AI-powered insights and recommendations
• Improve app performance and fix bugs
• Send important notifications (with your permission)

🤖 AI Features

Our app uses AI (powered by Google's Gemini) to provide personalized insights. When you use AI features like Lumi:

• Your text is sent securely to process your request
• AI responses are generated in real-time
• Limited snippets may be stored in Firebase to provide continuity across your devices
• We do not sell your AI content and do not use your private journal text for advertising
• AI analysis is used only to enhance your in-app experience

🛡️ Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures:

• Encryption: All data is encrypted in transit and at rest
• Firebase Security: We use Firebase with strict security rules
• Authentication: Secure login with email/password or social providers
• Access Control: Your private entries are only visible to you; only explicitly shared items are visible to your connected partner

👥 Partner Sharing

If you choose to connect with a partner:

• Shared content is explicitly marked as "shared"
• Private journal entries remain private
• You can disconnect at any time
• Disconnection removes partner access immediately

📱 Third-Party Services

We use the following trusted services:

• Firebase (Google): Authentication, database, analytics
• Google Gemini: AI-powered features
• RevenueCat/Adapty: Subscription management

Each service has its own privacy policy and adheres to strict data protection standards.

🗑️ Data Retention & Deletion

You have full control over your data:

• Delete individual journal entries anytime
• Request complete account deletion
• Data is removed as soon as practical and no later than 30 days after deletion request

To delete your account, go to Settings → Account → Delete Account, or contact us directly.

👶 Children's Privacy

Relationship Journal is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

🌍 International Users

If you are accessing our app from outside the country where our servers are located, please be aware that your data may be transferred to, stored, and processed in a different jurisdiction. By using our app, you consent to this transfer.

📝 Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes through the app or via email. Your continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

📧 Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

• Email: lumiheretohelp@gmail.com
• Developer: Doğukan Temizyürek