Privacy Policy - Zoa Period Tracker App
Privacy Policy
Your Period. Your Privacy. Your Choice.
Last Updated: March 25, 2026
1Introduction
Welcome to Zoa Period Tracker ("we," "us," or "our"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our application.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application ("App"). Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our App.
🔒Your Privacy Matters
We understand that your period tracking data is highly sensitive and personal. We prioritize your privacy above everything else and are transparent about how your data is handled.
2Information We Collect
📝Information You Provide Directly
- Period Information: Last period date, cycle length, period duration, and menstrual symptoms
- Health Data: Mood, energy levels, pain levels, and other fertility-related notes
- Account Information: Any preferences or settings you configure in the app
- Contact Information: Email address (if you submit support requests)
📱Device Information
- Device type and model
- Operating system version
- Device identifier and unique identifiers (anonymized)
- Timezone and locale settings
🔔Notification Preferences
- Notification timing and frequency preferences
- Alarm and reminder settings
3How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- App Functionality: To provide cycle tracking, predictions, and fertility insights
- Notifications: To send you supportive reminders based on your cycle phase
- Improvements: To enhance app features and user experience
- Support: To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
- Analytics: To understand app usage patterns and improve performance (anonymized data only)
- Security: To detect and prevent fraud or abuse
✨What We Don't Do
- ❌ We do NOT sell your data to third parties
- ❌ We do NOT share your period tracking information with advertisers
- ❌ We do NOT use your health data for marketing purposes
- ❌ We do NOT require internet connection to function
- ❌ We do NOT store your data on servers
4Data Storage & Encryption
🔐Local Encryption
All your period tracking and personal health data is encrypted locally on your device using industry-standard AES-256 encryption. This means:
- ✅ Your data stays on your phone - never uploaded to the cloud
- ✅ Military-grade encryption protects your information
- ✅ Even if your device is lost, your data remains secure
- ✅ You have complete control over your information
🏠Local-First Architecture
Zoa is designed as a local-first application, meaning:
- All data is stored locally in Hive encrypted database
- Your phone is the only place your data exists
- No cloud backup required (optional Firebase integration only)
- Complete privacy even without internet connection
Military-grade encryption standard
Data never leaves your device
Encryption keys managed securely
Works completely offline
5Permissions & Privacy Features
📞Notification Permissions
To send you supportive reminders, we request notification permission. You can:
- Enable or disable notifications anytime
- Choose app notification settings in Settings
- Set custom notification times
- Block notifications while maintaining app functionality
🛡️Privacy Controls
- Hide from Recents: Hide app from recent apps list for privacy
- App Lock: Optional PIN protection for sensitive data
- Data Management: Export or delete your data anytime
- No Tracking: No analytics tracking of sensitive health data
6Third-Party Services
🔗Firebase Integration (Optional)
We use Firebase for:
- Push notifications (optional)
- Crash reporting (to improve app stability)
- Analytics (anonymous, non-health-related data only)
You can: Use the app completely without Firebase integration enabled. All core features work offline without any third-party servers.
📊What Data We Share With Firebase
| Data Type | Shared? | Why? |
|---|---|---|
| Period tracking data | ❌ NO | Stays on your device |
| Health information | ❌ NO | Never sent anywhere |
| App crash logs | ✅ YES* | To fix bugs (*anonymized) |
| Anonymous app metrics | ✅ YES* | To improve features (*anonymized) |
7Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction:
- Encryption: AES-256 encryption for all local data
- Secure Storage: Data stored in isolated app directory
- Access Control: Optional app lock with PIN protection
- Code Security: Regular security updates and patches
- No Passwords: Your data doesn't require internet login
8Your Data Rights
👤Your Privacy Rights
You have the right to:
- Access: View all your stored data in the app
- Export: Export your data in standard format
- Delete: Delete all your data permanently
- Control: Manage all permissions and privacy settings
⚙️Data Management Features
Manage your data through the app's Data Management section:
- Export all your tracking data
- Clear individual logs or entire history
- Review encryption status
- Download your data backup
9Children's Privacy
Zoa is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information immediately.
10Privacy Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the revised policy in the app with an updated "Last Updated" date.
Your continued use of Zoa after such modifications indicates your acceptance of the updated Policy.
11Regional Privacy Laws
🌍GDPR (European Users)
If you reside in the EU, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Since we store all data locally on your device, GDPR requirements are minimized.
🇮🇳DPDP (Indian Users)
We comply with India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023, ensuring your data is secure and your rights are protected.
12💬Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us: