Ripple - Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 8, 2025

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• Medication Information: Names, dosages, schedules, and intake records you enter
• Water Intake Data: Daily water consumption records and goals
• Reminder Preferences: Notification settings and timing preferences
• App Settings: Your personalized app configuration and preferences

Automatically Collected Information

• Device Information: Apple Watch model and watchOS version for app compatibility
• Usage Analytics: Anonymous app performance and crash data (if you consent)
• CloudKit Sync Data: Encrypted synchronization metadata for iCloud backup

2. How We Use Your Information

Your personal data is used exclusively for:

• Providing medication reminders and tracking functionality
• Calculating and tracking water intake recommendations
• Synchronizing your data across your Apple devices via iCloud
• Sending local notifications for medication and hydration reminders
• Generating personal insights about your medication adherence and hydration habits
• Improving app performance and fixing bugs

3. Data Storage and Security

Local Storage

All your health data is stored locally on your Apple Watch and iPhone using Core Data with encryption. This data never leaves your device except for iCloud synchronization.

iCloud Integration

Ripple uses Apple's CloudKit service to sync your data across your devices. This means:

• Your data is encrypted in transit and at rest
• Only you can access your data with your Apple ID
• We cannot access your iCloud data
• Data synchronization follows Apple's privacy standards

Security Measures

• End-to-end encryption for all sensitive data
• Local device authentication (Face ID, Touch ID, or passcode)
• Regular security updates following Apple's guidelines
• No third-party analytics or tracking services

4. Data Sharing

Limited data sharing only occurs in these circumstances:

• Apple Services: CloudKit synchronization through Apple's secure infrastructure
• Legal Requirements: If required by law or to protect rights and safety
• Anonymous Analytics: Aggregated, non-identifiable usage statistics to improve the app

5. Your Privacy Rights

You have complete control over your data:

• Access: View all your stored data within the app
• Modify: Edit or update your medication and water intake information
• Delete: Remove individual records or completely reset the app
• Export: Your data remains accessible through standard iOS data export features
• Opt-out: Disable iCloud sync, notifications, or analytics at any time

6. Notifications and Reminders

Ripple uses Apple's notification system to provide:

• Medication reminders at scheduled times
• Water intake encouragement notifications
• Refill reminders for medications

All notifications are processed locally on your device. You can disable notifications at any time through iOS Settings or within the app.

7. Health Data Integration

If you choose to integrate with Apple Health:

• Data sharing is optional and requires your explicit consent
• You control which data types are shared
• You can revoke access at any time through iOS Health settings
• Shared data follows Apple Health's privacy policies

8. Children's Privacy

Ripple is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We will notify you of any material changes through:

• App Store update notes
• In-app notifications
• Updated policy posting with revision date

10. International Users

Ripple operates globally through Apple's infrastructure. Your data processing complies with:

• Apple's global privacy standards
• GDPR requirements for European users
• CCPA requirements for California residents
• Local data protection laws where applicable

11. Data Retention

Your data is retained:

• Locally: Until you delete the app or reset your data
• iCloud: According to your iCloud storage settings and Apple's policies
• Analytics: Anonymous usage data for up to 12 months for app improvement

13. Disclaimer

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© 2025 Ripple App. This privacy policy is effective as of July 8, 2025.