Privacy Policy

Last Updated: March 2026

Introduction

StepSync ("we", "our", or "the app") is a fitness competition application that helps users track their physical activities and compete with friends. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our iOS application.

By using StepSync, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this policy.

Information We Collect

Account Information

When you create an account, we collect:

• Email address (used for authentication)
• Display name (shown on leaderboards)
• Apple ID identifier (if using Sign in with Apple)

Health and Fitness Data

With your explicit permission, StepSync accesses the following data from Apple Health:

• Step Count: Daily step totals for activity tracking
• Walking and Running Distance: Distance covered during walks and runs
• Cycling Distance: Distance covered while cycling
• Workouts: Workout type, duration, and distance for activities like running, swimming, yoga, strength training, rowing, hiking, and elliptical
• Body Weight: Weight measurements for personalized step equivalency calculations and progress tracking
• Active Energy Burned: Calories burned during activities
• Heart Rate: Average and maximum heart rate during workouts
• Flights Climbed: Number of floors climbed

Manually Entered Data

You may also manually log activities, which includes:

• Activity type and duration
• Distance or other metrics
• Optional notes
• Weight entries and weight goals

Subscription Information

If you subscribe to StepSync Pro, Apple handles all payment processing. We store only:

• Subscription status (active/expired)
• Subscription plan type (monthly or yearly)
• Transaction identifier (for support purposes)
• Expiration date

We do not have access to your payment method, credit card number, or Apple ID password.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide core functionality: Track your activities, calculate equivalent steps, and display your progress
• Enable competitions: Display your name and equivalent step totals on leaderboards visible to other users
• Track streaks and achievements: Calculate your daily activity streak and award achievement badges based on your milestones
• Personalize calculations: Use your weight and height to calculate fair step equivalencies based on exercise science (MET values)
• Track progress: Show your historical data, trends, heart rate analytics, and goal progress
• Manage subscriptions: Verify your Pro subscription status to unlock premium features
• Improve the app: Understand usage patterns to enhance features (in aggregate, anonymized form only)

Data Sharing and Visibility

What Other Users Can See

The following information is visible to other StepSync users:

• Your display name
• Your total equivalent steps (on leaderboards)
• Your avatar color
• Your tournament membership

What Remains Private

Third-Party Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. We may share data only in these limited circumstances:

• Service providers: We use Supabase for secure data storage and authentication
• Payment processing: Apple handles all subscription payments through the App Store
• Legal requirements: If required by law or to protect our rights

Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely using industry-standard practices:

• Data is stored on Supabase servers with encryption at rest and in transit
• Authentication tokens are stored securely in your device's Keychain
• We use HTTPS for all data transmission
• Row Level Security (RLS) ensures users can only access their own data
• Access to user data is restricted to authorized personnel only

Apple HealthKit Compliance

StepSync complies with Apple's HealthKit guidelines:

• Health data is used only to provide app functionality, not for advertising
• We do not disclose health information to third parties without your consent
• Health data is not sold to data brokers, advertisers, or information resellers
• You can revoke HealthKit access at any time in your device's Settings > Health > Data Access

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your data: View all data we have stored about you within the app
• Delete your data: Delete your account and all associated data from the app's Settings screen
• Revoke permissions: Disable HealthKit access at any time through iOS Settings
• Cancel subscriptions: Manage or cancel your subscription through your Apple ID settings
• Export your data: Request a copy of your data in a portable format by contacting us

Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active. If you delete your account, we will delete all your personal data within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal or regulatory purposes.

Children's Privacy

StepSync is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice within the app. Your continued use of StepSync after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights regarding your data, please contact us: