1. Introduction
CalmMix ("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 mobile application ("App").
By using CalmMix, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
- Saved Mixes: Custom sound mixes you create and save (stored locally on your device)
- Favorites: Sounds you mark as favorites (stored locally on your device)
- App Settings: Your preferences and settings (stored locally on your device)
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
Usage Data
- App Interactions: How you use the app (features accessed, buttons tapped)
- Playback Data: Which sounds/mixes you play and for how long
- App Performance: Crash reports and performance metrics
- Device Information: Device type, operating system version, app version
Purpose: Improve app functionality, fix bugs, and enhance user experience
Service: Firebase Analytics, Firebase Crashlytics
Product Interaction
- In-App Purchases: Purchase history and subscription status
- Premium Features: Which premium features you use
Purpose: Process purchases, manage subscriptions, provide customer support
Service: Apple StoreKit
2.3 Optional Information
Health Data (Apple Health Integration)
Only collected if you choose to connect Apple Health
- Sleep Analysis Data: Sleep duration, sleep sessions from the past 7 days
- Data Type: Sleep analysis category data from HealthKit
Purpose: Display sleep statistics within the app (average sleep hours, total sessions)
Storage: Local device only (never stored in iCloud or on servers)
Sharing: NOT shared with any third parties
Advertising: NOT used for advertising or marketing
Your Control: You can revoke HealthKit access anytime in iOS Settings > Privacy & Security > Health > CalmMix
Location Data
Only collected if you use weather-based sound suggestions
- Approximate Location: General location to provide weather-based sound recommendations
Purpose: Provide weather-based sound mix suggestions
Storage: Used temporarily, not stored
Sharing: NOT shared with third parties
Your Control: You can disable location access in iOS Settings > Privacy & Security > Location Services > CalmMix
Microphone & Speech Recognition
Only used when you use voice input for AI Mixer
- Voice Recordings: Audio input for voice-to-text conversion
- Speech Recognition: Converted text from your voice input
Purpose: Enable voice input for AI Mixer feature
Storage: Processed locally, not stored
Sharing: NOT shared with third parties
Your Control: You can deny microphone access when prompted
2.4 Information We Do NOT Collect
We do NOT collect:
- Your name or email address
- Phone number
- User account information (app works without registration)
- Contacts
- Photos or videos
- Browsing history
- Search history (except within the app)
- Audio recordings (voice input is processed locally and not stored)
3. How We Use Your Information
3.1 App Functionality
- Provide sleep sounds and ambient audio mixing features
- Save and manage your custom mixes
- Display sleep statistics (if HealthKit connected)
- Process in-app purchases and manage subscriptions
- Provide weather-based sound suggestions (if location enabled)
3.2 Analytics and Improvement
- Understand how users interact with the app
- Identify and fix bugs and crashes
- Improve app performance and user experience
- Analyze feature usage to enhance functionality
3.3 Customer Support
- Respond to your inquiries and support requests
- Process refunds and subscription management
- Provide technical assistance
3.4 Advertising
- Display relevant advertisements (for free users)
- Measure ad performance and effectiveness
Note: Health data is NEVER used for advertising or marketing purposes.
4. Data Storage and Security
4.1 Local Storage
- Saved Mixes: Stored locally on your device
- Favorites: Stored locally on your device
- Settings: Stored locally on your device
- Health Data: Stored locally on your device (if HealthKit connected)
4.2 Cloud Storage
- Health Data: NOT stored in iCloud or on our servers
- Saved Mixes: Optionally synced via iCloud if you enable Cloud Sync feature
- Other Data: Analytics data stored securely by Firebase (Google)
4.3 Security Measures
- Data encryption in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
- Secure storage using Apple's Keychain (for sensitive data)
- Regular security updates and patches
- Access controls and authentication
5. Data Sharing and Third-Party Services
5.1 Third-Party Services We Use
Firebase (Google)
- Firebase Analytics: Usage analytics and app performance
- Firebase Crashlytics: Crash reporting and error tracking
- Firebase Remote Config: Feature configuration and A/B testing
Data Shared: Usage data, crash reports, device information
Purpose: Improve app functionality and fix issues
Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Google Mobile Ads (AdMob)
- Ad Display: Show advertisements in the app
- Ad Measurement: Measure ad performance
Data Shared: Advertising ID, device information, app usage
Purpose: Display and measure advertisements
Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Apple Services
- StoreKit: Process in-app purchases
- HealthKit: Access health data (if you connect)
- iCloud: Sync saved mixes (if you enable Cloud Sync)
Data Shared: Purchase history (StoreKit), health data (HealthKit, local only), saved mixes (iCloud, if enabled)
Purpose: Process purchases, display health stats, sync data
Privacy Policy: https://www.apple.com/privacy/
5.2 What We Do NOT Share
We do NOT share:
- Health Data: Never shared with any third parties
- Saved Mixes: Only synced via iCloud if you enable Cloud Sync
- Voice Recordings: Not stored or shared
- Location Data: Not shared with third parties
5.3 Data Sale
We do NOT sell your personal information to third parties.
6. Health Data (Apple Health Integration)
6.1 What We Collect
If you choose to connect Apple Health, we collect:
- Sleep analysis data (sleep duration, sleep sessions from past 7 days)
6.2 How We Use Health Data
- Display your sleep statistics within the app
- Show average sleep hours and total sleep sessions
- Help you track your sleep patterns
6.3 Health Data Storage and Sharing
- Storage: Local device only (never stored in iCloud or on servers)
- Transmission: Never transmitted outside your device
- Third-Party Sharing: NOT shared with any third parties (including Firebase, Google Ads)
- Advertising: NOT used for advertising or marketing
- Data Mining: NOT used for data mining or analytics
6.4 Your Rights
- Opt-In Only: Health data collection is completely optional
- Revoke Access: You can revoke HealthKit access anytime in iOS Settings > Privacy & Security > Health > CalmMix
- No Impact: Disconnecting HealthKit will not affect other app features
6.5 Compliance
We comply with:
- Apple's App Store Guidelines 5.1.2 and 5.1.3
- Applicable privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA, etc.)
7. Children's Privacy
CalmMix is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
8. Your Rights and Choices
8.1 Access and Control
- View Data: You can view your saved mixes and favorites within the app
- Delete Data: You can delete saved mixes and clear favorites
- Revoke Permissions: You can revoke location, microphone, or HealthKit access in iOS Settings
8.2 Opt-Out Options
- Analytics: You can disable analytics in iOS Settings > Privacy & Security > Analytics & Improvements
- Advertising: You can limit ad tracking in iOS Settings > Privacy & Security > Apple Advertising
- Location: You can disable location access in iOS Settings
- HealthKit: You can revoke HealthKit access in iOS Settings
8.3 Data Deletion
- Local Data: Delete the app to remove all locally stored data
- Cloud Data: Disable Cloud Sync to stop syncing data
- Health Data: Revoke HealthKit access to stop data collection
9. Data Retention
- Local Data: Stored on your device until you delete the app or clear data
- Analytics Data: Retained by Firebase according to their retention policies
- Purchase Data: Retained as required by Apple for purchase history
- Health Data: Not retained (only accessed when app is open)
10. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data.
11. 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 on this page
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
- Providing notice in the app for significant changes
Your continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
13. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have the right to:
- Know what personal information we collect
- Know if we sell or disclose your personal information
- Opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell your data)
- Access and delete your personal information
- Non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights
14. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)
If you are in the European Economic Area, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Rectify inaccurate data
- Erase your personal data
- Restrict processing of your data
- Data portability
- Object to processing
- Withdraw consent
To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@mitomstudio.com.