Privacy Policy

Introduction

Aurelian Syndicate L.L.C. ("we," "us," or "our") operates the FocusGate mobile application (the "App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our App.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using FocusGate, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the App.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

Account Information:

• We do not require you to create an account to use basic features of FocusGate
• If you choose to sign in (optional), we may collect email address for authentication purposes

App Preferences:

• Focus session settings
• App blocking preferences
• Notification preferences
• Theme and display preferences

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

Usage Data:

• Focus session history (start time, duration, completion status)
• App blocking statistics
• Analytics data (app crashes, performance metrics)
• Device information (iOS version, device model, unique device identifier)

Family Controls Data:

• List of apps you select to block (stored locally on your device)
• App usage patterns during focus sessions
• This data is processed entirely on your device through Apple's Family Controls framework

1.3 Information We Do NOT Collect

2. How We Use Your Information

2.1 Provide App Functionality

• Enable focus sessions and app blocking features
• Store your focus session history
• Calculate statistics and analytics
• Sync your preferences across devices (if signed in)

2.2 Improve the App

• Analyze usage patterns to improve features
• Identify and fix bugs and crashes
• Optimize app performance
• Develop new features based on user behavior

2.3 Communicate with You

• Send important service updates
• Respond to support requests
• Send promotional communications (only if you opt-in)

2.4 Process Payments

• Handle subscription purchases through Apple's In-App Purchase system
• Manage premium entitlements through RevenueCat

3. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

RevenueCat (Subscription Management)

• Purpose: Manage premium subscriptions and entitlements
• Data Collected: Anonymous user ID, purchase receipts, subscription status
• Privacy Policy: https://www.revenuecat.com/privacy

Supabase (Optional Cloud Sync)

• Purpose: Sync focus session data across your devices (if you sign in)
• Data Collected: Email (if provided), focus session history, app preferences
• Privacy Policy: https://supabase.com/privacy

Firebase Analytics & Crashlytics

• Purpose: App analytics and crash reporting
• Data Collected: Anonymous usage data, crash logs, device information
• Privacy Policy: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy

OpenAI (AI Insights - Premium Feature)

• Purpose: Generate personalized productivity insights
• Data Collected: Anonymous focus session statistics (no personal information)
• Privacy Policy: https://openai.com/privacy
• Rate Limiting: Maximum 5 requests per user per month

4. Your Privacy Rights

4.1 Access and Control

You have the right to:

• Access: View all data we have about you
• Export: Request a copy of your data
• Delete: Request deletion of your account and data
• Correct: Update inaccurate information
• Opt-Out: Disable analytics and data collection

4.2 How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise these rights, contact us at:

• Email: support@aureliansyndicate.net
• Subject: "Privacy Request - FocusGate"

We will respond to your request within 30 days.

4.3 California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to know whether personal information is sold or disclosed
• Right to say no to the sale of personal information
• Right to access your personal information
• Right to equal service and price

4.4 European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation:

• Right to access your data
• Right to rectification of inaccurate data
• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Right to withdraw consent

5. Children's Privacy

FocusGate is not intended for children under the age of 13. 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 at support@aureliansyndicate.net, and we will delete such information.

Age Requirement: You must be at least 13 years old to use FocusGate.

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures:

• All data transmission uses HTTPS encryption
• Payment processing is handled securely by Apple
• No credit card information is stored on our servers
• Anonymous user identifiers are used where possible

7. 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
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Sending you a notification (for material changes)

You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.