Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 8, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to CutLoose ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use our mobile application CutLoose (the "App").

CutLoose is a sobriety and recovery tracking application designed to help you manage your recovery journey privately and securely.

2. Information We Do NOT Collect

We want to be crystal clear about what we don't collect:

• No Personal Identifiable Information (PII): We never collect your name, email, phone number, address, or any personally identifiable information.
• No Recovery Data: Your daily logs, craving events, notes, triggers, and all recovery-related data stay exclusively on your device.
• No Account Required: You don't need to create an account or provide any login credentials.
• No Cloud Sync: We don't upload, sync, or store your data on any servers.
• No Social Media Integration: We don't connect to or collect data from social media accounts.
• No Location Data: We don't track or collect your physical location.

3. Information We DO Collect

3.1 Anonymous Analytics

We collect limited, anonymous usage data to improve the app experience:

• Device UUID: A randomly generated identifier unique to your device (not linked to you personally)
• Usage Events: General actions like "daily log created," "craving tool used," or "badge unlocked" (without the actual content)
• App Performance: Crash reports, errors, and performance metrics
• Device Type: iPhone model and iOS version (for compatibility purposes)

Important: This data is completely anonymous and cannot be used to identify you personally. We use this information solely to understand which features are used and to fix bugs.

3.2 AdMob Data Collection

If you use the free version of CutLoose, we display ads through Google AdMob. AdMob may collect and process the following:

• Device advertising ID (IDFA on iOS)
• IP address
• Device information and settings
• Ad interaction data

This data is collected and managed by Google, not by us. For details on how Google uses this data, please see:

• Google Privacy Policy
• How Google uses data from apps that use Google services

You can opt out of personalized advertising:

• iOS: Settings → Privacy & Security → Tracking → Toggle off "Allow Apps to Request to Track"
• Or upgrade to CutLoose Pro to remove all ads

4. How Your Data is Stored

4.1 Local Storage Only

All your recovery data is stored locally on your device using Apple's SwiftData framework:

• Daily logs and outcomes
• Craving events and intensities
• Personal notes and reflections
• Triggers and coping strategies
• Badge progress and achievements
• Weekly review entries

This data never leaves your device. It is protected by your device's security features (passcode, Face ID, etc.).

4.2 Data Deletion

Since all data is stored locally:

• Deleting the app permanently removes all your data
• No account means no recovery - make sure to back up your device if you want to preserve your data
• We cannot recover or access your data because we never had it

5. Third-Party Services

5.1 Services We Use

CutLoose integrates with the following third-party services:

Google AdMob (for free users only):

• Purpose: Display ads to support free tier
• Data collected: Device ID, IP address, ad interactions
• Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Apple App Store / StoreKit:

• Purpose: Process in-app purchases and subscriptions
• Data collected: Purchase history, payment information (handled by Apple, not us)
• Privacy Policy: https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy/

5.2 No Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, trade, or share your information with any third parties, except:

• As required by law (e.g., court order, legal process)
• To protect our rights or the safety of others
• Anonymous analytics data shared with analytics providers

6. Children's Privacy

CutLoose is intended for users aged 13 and older (17+ in some regions due to addiction-related content). We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with information, please contact us immediately.

7. Your Rights

7.1 Data Access and Control

You have complete control over your data:

• Access: All your data is visible within the app (daily logs, progress charts, etc.)
• Modify: You can edit or delete individual entries at any time
• Delete: Delete the app to permanently erase all your data
• Export: Pro users can export their data (available in app)

7.2 GDPR Rights (EU Users)

If you're in the European Union, you have additional rights under GDPR:

• Right to Access: Request a copy of data we hold (which is minimal and anonymous)
• Right to Deletion: Request deletion of your data (delete the app)
• Right to Object: Object to data processing (opt out of analytics or upgrade to Pro)
• Right to Portability: Export your data in a portable format (Pro feature)

7.3 CCPA Rights (California Users)

California residents have the right to:

• Know what personal information is collected
• Know if personal information is sold or disclosed
• Opt-out of the sale of personal information
• Request deletion of personal information

Note: We do not sell personal information. The limited data we collect is anonymous and not tied to you personally.

8. Security

We take security seriously:

• Local Encryption: Your data is encrypted using Apple's SwiftData framework
• Secure Communication: All network requests use HTTPS/TLS encryption
• No Cloud Storage: Your sensitive data never leaves your device
• No Passwords: No account means no password to be compromised

However, please note that no method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. International Users

CutLoose is operated from the United States. If you are located outside the U.S., please be aware that:

• Anonymous analytics data may be processed in the U.S.
• AdMob data may be processed in countries where Google operates
• By using CutLoose, you consent to the transfer and processing of data as described in this policy

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be effective when posted in the app and on this page. We will notify you of significant changes through:

• In-app notification
• Update to the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page

Your continued use of CutLoose after changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

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

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