Privacy Policy

            Quick Summary: My ADHD Pal is designed with your privacy in mind. We only collect the data necessary to provide our services, we never sell your personal information, and you maintain full control over your data.
        

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how My ADHD Pal ("we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, protects, and shares information when you use our mobile application. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about our data practices.

By using My ADHD Pal, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. This policy applies to all users of our application worldwide.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

Account Information: Email address, name, and password for account creation
Profile Data: Optional profile information you choose to provide
Assessment Data: Responses to ADHD assessments and questionnaires
Task and Habit Data: Tasks, habits, and goals you create within the app
Focus Session Data: Timer sessions, productivity data, and focus statistics
Journal Entries: Personal reflections, mood tracking, and journal content
Communication: Messages you send to us for support or feedback

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

Usage Analytics: App interaction patterns, feature usage, and session duration
Device Information: Device type, operating system version, and app version
Performance Data: Crash reports and error logs to improve app stability

2.3 Information We Do NOT Collect

Location data or GPS coordinates
Contact lists or phonebook information
Camera or photo gallery access (unless explicitly granted for profile pictures)
Cross-app tracking or advertising data
Biometric data

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

3.1 Core App Functionality

Providing personalised ADHD management tools and features
Storing and synchronising your data across devices
Generating insights and progress tracking
Delivering focus timer and productivity features

3.2 Service Improvement

Analysing usage patterns to improve app functionality
Identifying and fixing technical issues
Developing new features based on user needs

3.3 Communication

Responding to your enquiries and support requests
Sending important service updates and notifications
Providing information about new features (with your consent)

4. Legal Basis for Processing (UK GDPR)

Under UK GDPR, we process your personal data based on:

Contractual Necessity: To provide the services you've requested
Legitimate Interest: To improve our services and ensure security
Consent: For marketing communications and optional features
Vital Interest: To protect users from harm where applicable

5. Data Storage and Security

5.1 Where We Store Your Data

Your data is stored securely using Google Firebase, with servers located in secure data centres. All data is encrypted both in transit and at rest using industry-standard encryption protocols.

5.2 Security Measures

End-to-end encryption for sensitive data
Secure authentication and authorisation systems
Regular security audits and monitoring
Strict access controls and employee training
Automatic security updates and patches

5.3 Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to provide our services or as required by law. You can request deletion of your data at any time, and we will delete it within 30 days unless legally required to retain it.

6. Data Sharing and Third Parties

6.1 We Do NOT Sell Your Data

We never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing or advertising purposes.

6.2 Limited Data Sharing

We may share your information only in these limited circumstances:

Service Providers: Trusted partners who help us operate our services (e.g., cloud hosting, analytics)
Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or legal process
Safety: To protect the rights, property, or safety of our users or others
Business Transfer: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (with notice to users)

6.3 Third-Party Services

Our app integrates with:

Firebase (Google): For data storage and authentication
RevenueCat: For subscription and payment processing
App Store/Google Play: For app distribution and payments

7. Your Privacy Rights

7.1 UK GDPR Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data
Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
Right to Object: Object to certain types of processing
Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing

7.2 How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below. We will respond to your request within one month.

8. Children's Privacy

My ADHD Pal is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

For users aged 13-17, we recommend parental guidance when using the app, particularly for health-related features.

🏥 Medical Disclaimer

Important: My ADHD Pal is designed to support ADHD management but is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

The assessments and tools in this app are for informational purposes only and should not be used for self-diagnosis or as a replacement for professional medical consultation.

9. International Users

While My ADHD Pal is developed in the UK, our services are available globally. If you are using our app from outside the UK, please be aware that your information may be transferred to and stored in the UK or other countries where our service providers operate.

We ensure that any international data transfers comply with applicable data protection laws, including the UK GDPR and relevant international agreements.

10. Cookies and Tracking

My ADHD Pal does not use cookies or similar tracking technologies for advertising purposes. We may use essential analytics to understand app performance and user experience, but this data is anonymised and cannot be used to identify individual users.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy in the app and updating the "Last Updated" date below. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

Material changes to this policy will be communicated to users via email or prominent notice within the app at least 30 days before the changes take effect.

12. Contact Information

Data Controller

Daryl Bleach
Email: darylbleach@me.com

Privacy Enquiries

For any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@myadhdpal.com
Subject Line: "Privacy Enquiry - My ADHD Pal"

Data Protection Officer

For specific data protection concerns or to exercise your rights under UK GDPR:

Email: dpo@myadhdpal.com

UK Supervisory Authority

If you have concerns about our data practices, you may also contact:

Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)
Website: ico.org.uk
Telephone: 0303 123 1113

13. App Store Privacy

This privacy policy covers data collection within My ADHD Pal. Please also review the privacy policies of the app stores where you downloaded our app:

Last Updated: 9th August 2025

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