Privacy Policy for HeartBeat
Effective Date: August 21, 2025
Last Updated: August 21, 2025
Introduction
HeartBeat ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our macOS application HeartBeat (the "App"). Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the application.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide to Us
- Application Selection Data: When you configure the app to monitor specific applications, we store your preferences locally on your device.
- Settings and Preferences: Your configuration settings, timing preferences, and operational modes are stored locally.
Information Automatically Collected
- System Performance Data: The app monitors system sleep states and application activity status for functionality purposes only. This data is processed locally and is not transmitted.
- Usage Analytics: The app may collect anonymous usage statistics to improve performance and user experience.
Accessibility and System Permissions
- Accessibility Access: HeartBeat requires accessibility permissions to monitor application states and maintain system continuity during presentation or focus modes.
- System Event Monitoring: The app monitors system events to provide its core functionality of maintaining optimal performance during critical work sessions.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide Core Functionality: Enable focus mode, presentation mode, and app activity maintenance features
- Improve User Experience: Optimize performance and enhance feature reliability
- System Integration: Manage system sleep states and application monitoring as configured by the user
- Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve technical issues
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We Do Not Sell Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties.
Local Data Processing
All core functionality operates locally on your device. Your application monitoring preferences, system states, and usage patterns are not transmitted to external servers.
Third-Party Services
The app may integrate with:
- Apple's System Frameworks: For legitimate system integration and functionality
- App Store Services: For licensing and purchase verification only
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid legal process.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information:
- Local Storage: All sensitive data is stored locally on your device using macOS secure storage mechanisms
- Encryption: Data transmission (when applicable) uses industry-standard encryption
- Access Controls: The app requests only necessary system permissions for its intended functionality
Data Retention
- Settings Data: Stored locally until you uninstall the application or manually reset preferences
- System Monitoring Data: Processed in real-time and not permanently stored
- Usage Analytics: Anonymous data may be retained for up to 12 months for service improvement
Your Privacy Rights
You have the right to:
- Access: Review what information the app has stored locally
- Control: Modify or delete your preferences and settings at any time
- Withdraw Consent: Disable monitoring features or uninstall the application
- Data Portability: Export your settings and preferences
Children's Privacy
HeartBeat is not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.
California Privacy Rights
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (Note: We do not sell personal information)
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights
International Users
HeartBeat is designed to comply with international privacy standards including:
- GDPR (European Union): We respect the rights of EU users regarding data protection
- Privacy Act (Australia): We comply with Australian privacy principles
- PIPEDA (Canada): We adhere to Canadian privacy legislation where applicable
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:
- Posting the new Privacy Policy within the application
- Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this Privacy Policy
- Providing notice through the App Store update mechanism when significant changes occur
Legitimate Use Statement
HeartBeat is designed as a productivity and presentation tool to:
- Maintain system performance during important work sessions
- Support uninterrupted presentations and demonstrations
- Enhance workflow continuity for professional use cases
- Optimize system resource management
The application does not facilitate deceptive practices and is intended solely for legitimate productivity enhancement.
Contact Information
If you have questions or comments about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: imthekingofmac@gmail.com
For technical support or privacy-related inquiries, please include "HeartBeat Privacy" in your subject line.
Compliance and Certifications
HeartBeat is developed in compliance with:
- Apple's App Store Review Guidelines
- macOS Security and Privacy requirements
- Industry standard privacy practices
- Applicable data protection regulations
Note: This Privacy Policy applies only to HeartBeat and does not cover any third-party applications or services that may be monitored or integrated with our app. Please review the privacy policies of any third-party services you use in conjunction with HeartBeat.
By using HeartBeat, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.