FreeBreath

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: September 19, 2025

App Version: iOS 15.0+

Developer: Aaron Shue

1. Privacy Protection Commitment

FreeBreath is an iOS app focused on breathing meditation. Our commitment to user privacy protection:

🔒 Completely Offline Operation

  • The app functions normally without internet connection
  • All features run locally on your device
  • No data is sent to any servers

đŸšĢ Zero Data Collection

  • No user registration or login required
  • No personal information collected
  • No tracking of user behavior
  • No access to other data on your device
  • No integration of any third-party analytics or advertising SDKs

2. App Permissions Explanation

To provide a complete functional experience, FreeBreath requests the following system permissions:

đŸŽĩ Audio Playback Permission

Purpose: Play ambient sound effects (waves, rain, forest) and breathing guidance audio

Note: Only used for local audio file playback, no recording or network audio involved

🔔 Notification Permission

Purpose: Send local reminder notifications when breathing training is completed

Note: Local notifications only, no push servers involved

🎧 Background Audio Permission

Purpose: Support continued ambient sound playback when screen is locked

Note: Allows app to play audio in background, enhancing user experience

đŸ“ŗ Haptic Feedback

Purpose: Provide different intensity tactile cues based on breathing phases

Note: Uses device's Core Haptics functionality to enhance immersion

3. Local Data Storage

📱 Local Storage Only

The app only uses iOS system's UserDefaults to store user preference settings, including:

  • Selected breathing mode preferences
  • Sound theme preferences
  • Training duration settings
  • Language selection settings

Important Note: This data is only stored locally on your device and will not sync to iCloud or any cloud services.

4. Third-Party Services

We commit to:

  • ❌ Not using any third-party analytics tools (such as Google Analytics, Firebase, etc.)
  • ❌ Not integrating any advertising SDKs
  • ❌ Not using any user behavior tracking services
  • ❌ Not connecting to any social media SDKs
  • ✅ Operating completely independently to protect user privacy

5. Multi-Language Support

The app supports three languages: Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and English. The language switching feature automatically adapts by detecting system language, or users can manually select. This setting is only saved on the local device.

6. Children's Privacy Protection

Our app is suitable for users of all ages. Since we do not collect any personal information, it fully complies with children's privacy protection requirements. Parents can confidently let their children use this app for breathing exercises.

7. Data Security Measures

  • 🔐 App uses sandbox mechanism for isolated data storage
  • 🔐 No network transmission involved, avoiding data leak risks
  • 🔐 Follows iOS security best practices
  • 🔐 Regular security reviews and updates

8. Privacy Policy Updates

If there are any changes to our privacy policy, we will update the content on this page and notify users in appropriate locations within the app. We recommend users regularly check this page to stay informed about the latest privacy policy.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or suggestions about our privacy policy, please contact us through the following methods:

  • Email: caresync@163.com
  • Business Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00-18:00 (Beijing Time)
  • Response Time: We will reply to your inquiry within 24 hours