Last updated: January 2024
Vault Timer ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you use our Vault Timer mobile application (the "App") available on the Apple App Store.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our App.
We are based in the United Kingdom and comply with UK data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
We collect minimal personal information. Specifically:
The following data is NOT collected by Vault Timer:
Privacy First: Vault Timer is designed with privacy as a core principle. We do not use analytics, tracking libraries, or third-party SDKs that collect your data. Your workouts are your business.
Any personal data we collect is used only for the following purposes:
We do not use your data for:
Vault Timer does not sell, rent, lease, or share your personal data with third parties. We do not use third-party analytics, advertising networks, or data brokers.
If you enable iCloud backup in your iPhone settings (Settings > [Your Name] > iCloud), Apple automatically syncs your Vault Timer data to your iCloud account. This sync is governed by Apple's Privacy Policy, not ours. We do not have access to data stored in your iCloud account.
We may disclose your personal data if required by law, such as:
In such cases, we will provide you with notice where legally permitted to do so.
We implement industry-standard security practices to protect your data:
While we employ security measures, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, but we commit to protecting your data to the best of our ability.
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and UK Data Protection Act 2018, you have the following rights:
You have the right to request a copy of your personal data that we hold. Contact us at vaulttimer@gmail.com with your request.
You have the right to request correction of inaccurate personal data. Since most of your data is stored locally on your device, you can update or delete it directly in the app.
You have the right to request deletion of your personal data. Since your data is stored locally on your device, you can delete it by:
If you need help, contact us at vaulttimer@gmail.com.
You have the right to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format. Contact us for assistance in exporting your data.
Since Vault Timer does not process data for marketing, profiling, or automated decision-making, this right has limited applicability.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at vaulttimer@gmail.com with your request. Please include:
We will respond within 30 days (or as required by law).
Your workout history, custom workouts, and preferences are retained until you delete them. You can delete individual workouts or all data by:
Your optional first name is stored locally and retained until you delete it or uninstall the app.
If you email us for support, we retain your email and correspondence for 12 months after the last contact for record-keeping and legal compliance purposes. You can request deletion of your email records by contacting us.
If you use iCloud sync, data is retained according to Apple's iCloud retention policy. Deleting data from the app will also delete it from iCloud.
Vault Timer is not designed for children under 13 years old (or the applicable age of digital consent in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact us at vaulttimer@gmail.com, and we will take immediate steps to delete such information.
Parents or guardians should supervise their children's use of the app and ensure it is age-appropriate for their child.
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.
If you are in the EU/UK and have unresolved privacy concerns, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority (e.g., the ICO in the UK).
Vault Timer grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the App for personal, non-commercial purposes on your iPhone, subject to these Terms.
You agree not to:
All content in Vault Timer, including the App itself, logos, design, text, code, and voice packs, are owned or licensed by us and protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not use any content without prior written permission.
The App is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. To the extent permitted by law, we are not liable for:
You use the App at your own risk.
Vault Timer is a tool for tracking interval training workouts. It is not a medical device or fitness advice provider. You assume all risks associated with physical exercise. Consult a healthcare provider before beginning any new fitness regimen, especially if you have pre-existing health conditions.
We are not responsible for injuries or health issues arising from your use of the App or workouts you perform.
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend access to the App if you violate these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the App immediately ceases.
We may update these Terms from time to time. If we make material changes, we will notify you by updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.
These Terms and Privacy Policy are governed by the laws of the United Kingdom. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of UK courts.
This Privacy Policy and Terms of Use constitute the entire agreement between you and Vault Timer regarding the App. Any previous agreements or understandings are superseded.
For questions about these Terms or to report violations, contact: vaulttimer@gmail.com
This Privacy Policy and Terms of Use are compliant with GDPR, UK Data Protection Act 2018, and Apple App Store guidelines.