StepUP Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 2025

Developer: Kameron Bains

App name: StepUP

1. Introduction

StepUP is a mobile fitness app designed to help users track activity, set goals, and stay motivated through gamified fitness features.

This Privacy Policy explains how StepUP collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our app or related services.

By using StepUP, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

a. Account Information

• Email address and name (from Google or Apple sign-in)
• Username
• Account creation date and progress statistics

b. Fitness Data

If you connect Google Fit or Apple Health, we may collect:

• Step count
• Active calories burned

This data is accessed only with your explicit permission and used solely to display your progress within the app.

c. Device Information

• Device model and OS version
• App version and usage statistics
• Crash logs and error reports (via Firebase Crashlytics)

3. How We Use Your Information

• Display fitness statistics and progress rings
• Calculate XP, levels, and challenges
• Sync and back up your progress to the cloud
• Improve app functionality and performance
• Send optional notifications (if permitted)

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties. Data may be shared only in these limited cases:

• Firebase (Google Cloud): for authentication, analytics, and data storage.
• Apple Health / Google Fit APIs: only to read your fitness data with permission.
• Legal requirements: if required by law or court order.

Your fitness and personal data are never shared with advertisers or used for marketing purposes.

5. Data Storage and Security

All personal data is securely stored using Firebase Authentication and Firestore, protected by Google’s managed encryption systems.

We implement industry-standard measures to safeguard your data, including:

• HTTPS encryption
• Secure tokens for authentication
• Limited developer access controls

6. User Control and Data Deletion

• You can disconnect Google Fit or Apple Health at any time from your device settings.
• To request account deletion or data removal, email us at kam2711@outlook.com.
• Upon deletion, all associated fitness data and records are permanently erased from our servers.

7. Third-Party Services

StepUP integrates with the following services:

• Google Fit
• Apple HealthKit
• Firebase Authentication & Firestore

These services may collect information independently under their own privacy policies.

8. Children’s Privacy

StepUP is intended for users aged 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If a child under 18 has created an account, please contact us for immediate deletion.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. Any major updates will be posted within the app or on our website. Continued use after changes means acceptance of the new terms.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Kameron Bains
Email: kam2711@outlook.com