Privacy Policy

Effective Date: September 1, 2025

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Local App Data

EMDR Timer stores the following information locally on your device only:

• Theme Selection: Light, Dark, or Ocean theme choice
• Haptic Feedback Setting: Whether vibration notifications are enabled or disabled
• Audio Notification Setting: Whether bell sound alerts are enabled or disabled

Note: Timer duration settings are NOT permanently stored - they reset to default when the app restarts.

1.2 What We Don't Collect

EMDR Timer does not collect:

• Personal identifying information
• Session timing data or usage patterns
• Location data
• Contact information
• Analytics or tracking data

2. How We Use Your Information

2.1 Core App Functionality

The locally stored preferences are used solely to:

• Maintain your selected theme (Light, Dark, or Ocean) across app sessions
• Remember your haptic feedback preference (enabled/disabled)
• Remember your audio notification preference (enabled/disabled)
• Provide a consistent user experience

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

4. Data Security

4.1 Local Storage Security

• Device-Only Storage: All data is stored locally using secure iOS/Android storage mechanisms
• App Sandbox: Data is isolated within the app's secure container
• No Network Transmission: No data is transmitted to external servers

5. Your Rights and Choices

5.1 Data Control

• Complete Control: All data remains under your direct control on your device
• Easy Deletion: Uninstalling the app removes all stored preferences
• Reset Options: Clear app data through device settings

6. Children's Privacy

EMDR Timer does not collect any personal information from users of any age. The app is designed for general therapeutic use and does not contain features specifically directed at children under 13.

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Since the app does not collect personal information, changes will primarily relate to app functionality descriptions. Users will be notified of material changes through app updates.

8. Third-Party Services

EMDR Timer does not integrate with or use any third-party analytics, advertising, or data collection services. The app operates entirely offline with no external service dependencies.

9. Platform Integration

The app uses standard iOS and Android platform features:

• Audio System: For timer notification sounds
• Haptic Feedback: For vibration notifications
• Local Storage: For app preferences only

These platform features operate under your device's privacy controls and do not transmit data externally.

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