Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 16, 2025

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Health and Fitness Data

MyRunCoach collects and processes health and fitness data to provide personalized training plans. This includes:

  • Running distance, pace, and duration
  • GPS location data for route tracking (when location services are enabled)
  • Heart rate data (if connected to compatible devices)
  • Training preferences and fitness goals
  • Workout completion and performance metrics

1.2 Account Information

When you create an account, we may collect:

  • Name and email address (optional for basic functionality)
  • Age and gender (for training plan customization)
  • Profile preferences

1.3 Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information about how you use the app:

  • App usage patterns and feature interactions
  • Device information (model, operating system version)
  • Crash reports and error logs (anonymous)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information solely to provide and improve our running coaching services:

  • Personalized Training Plans: Create custom workout schedules based on your fitness level and goals
  • Progress Tracking: Monitor your improvement and adjust training intensity
  • App Functionality: Provide core features like GPS tracking and workout logging
  • Service Improvement: Analyze usage patterns to enhance app performance and features
  • Customer Support: Respond to your inquiries and provide technical assistance

Important: We do not use your health data for advertising, marketing, or any commercial purposes unrelated to improving your fitness experience.

3. Data Sharing and Third Parties

3.1 Limited Third-Party Sharing

We may share your data only in the following limited circumstances:

  • Service Providers: Cloud storage and analytics services that help us operate the app (with data protection agreements)
  • Fitness Integrations: With your explicit consent, we may integrate with Apple HealthKit, Google Fit, or other fitness platforms
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our legal rights

3.2 No Sale of Personal Data

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information, including health data, to any third parties for any purpose.

3.3 Third-Party Services

Our third-party service providers are contractually required to:

  • Provide the same level of data protection as outlined in this policy
  • Use your data only for the specific services they provide to us
  • Delete or return your data when their services are no longer needed

4. Data Security and Storage

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Secure cloud storage with reputable providers
  • Regular security audits and updates
  • Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis

Note: Health data is not stored in iCloud and remains on your device unless explicitly uploaded for backup purposes.

5. Your Rights and Choices

5.1 Data Access and Control

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data stored in the app
  • Correct or update your information
  • Delete your account and associated data
  • Export your workout data
  • Withdraw consent for data processing

5.2 Location Services

You can control location access through your device settings. The app will function without location services, though some features like GPS tracking will be unavailable.

5.3 Account Deletion

You can delete your account at any time through the app settings. Upon deletion:

  • Your account and personal data will be permanently deleted within 30 days
  • Anonymous usage statistics may be retained for app improvement
  • Backup data will be removed from our systems

6. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary to provide our services:

  • Active accounts: Data is retained while your account is active
  • Inactive accounts: Data is deleted after 24 months of inactivity
  • Deleted accounts: Data is permanently deleted within 30 days
  • Legal requirements: Some data may be retained longer if required by law

7. Children's Privacy

MyRunCoach is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

For users between 13-17, parental consent may be required in accordance with applicable laws.

8. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and include appropriate safeguards.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:

  • Posting the updated policy in the app
  • Sending an email notification (if you provided an email address)
  • Displaying a notice when you next use the app

10. Contact Us

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

Email: support@myruncoachapp.com

11. Consent

By using MyRunCoach, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to the collection, use, and sharing of your information as described herein.