Ascend Privacy Policy

Introduction

Ascend ("we," "our," or "the app") is a fitness tracking application created by BetterDays. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your information.

Data We Collect

Account Information

• Email address — Used for account creation, login, and password recovery
• Password — Stored securely using industry-standard encryption

Workout Data

• Exercises — Names and categories of exercises you create
• Workout logs — Sets, reps, weights, and times you record
• Training cycles — Your scheduled training plans
• Max records — Your personal best performances
• Progress statistics — Calculated from your workout history

Technical Data

• Device type — Used to optimize app performance
• App version — Used for troubleshooting and updates
• Error logs — Anonymous crash reports to improve stability

How We Use Your Data

• To provide the app's core functionality (tracking workouts, calculating targets)
• To sync your data across your devices
• To calculate your RFEM training targets automatically
• To show your progress and statistics over time
• To improve the app through anonymous usage analytics

Data Storage

• Cloud storage — Your account and workout data is stored securely in Supabase, a cloud database service with servers in the United States
• Local storage — A copy of your data is stored on your device for offline access
• Encryption — All data is encrypted in transit using TLS/SSL

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

• Supabase — Authentication and database storage (Privacy Policy)
• RevenueCat — In-app purchase management (Privacy Policy)
• Apple — App distribution and payment processing (Privacy Policy)

Data Sharing

We do NOT sell your personal data to third parties. We only share data with:

• Service providers necessary to operate the app (listed above)
• Legal authorities if required by law

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access — Request a copy of your data at any time
• Correction — Update or correct your information within the app
• Deletion — Delete your account and all associated data
• Export — Export your workout data in a portable format
• Withdraw consent — Stop using the app at any time

To exercise these rights, use the Settings page within the app or contact us at the email below.

Data Retention

We retain your data as long as your account is active. If you delete your account:

• Your account information is deleted immediately
• Your workout data is permanently removed within 30 days
• Anonymous aggregated statistics may be retained

Children's Privacy

Ascend is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us and we will delete it.

Security

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

• Encrypted data transmission (TLS/SSL)
• Secure password hashing
• Regular security audits
• Access controls on our systems

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

International Users

Our servers are located in the United States. If you are accessing Ascend from outside the US, please be aware that your data may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States.

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 new policy in the app and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or your data, please contact us: