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PRIVACY POLICY - LifeCompass

Last Updated: September 2025

This Privacy Policy describes how Ryan Novinc trading as AppLabs ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use the LifeCompass mobile application ("App").

1. OVERVIEW

1.1 Our Commitment to Privacy

We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we handle your personal information. This policy explains what data we collect, why we collect it, how we use it, and your rights regarding your personal data.

1.2 Local-First Data Architecture

LifeCompass is designed with a "local-first" approach, meaning most of your data is stored directly on your device and never leaves your device. This includes:

1.3 Scope of This Policy

This policy applies to all users of LifeCompass, regardless of geographic location, and covers our practices for handling personal information in compliance with applicable privacy laws including:

2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

2.1 Account Information (Stored in Cloud)

When you create an account, we collect:

2.2 Subscription and Payment Information (Managed by App Stores)

2.2.1 AI Service Assignment Data

For AI subscriptions and packages, we also collect and process:

This information is necessary to:

2.3 Technical Information (Automatically Collected)

2.4 AI Interaction Data (Cloud Processing Required)

When you use AI features:

Important: AI conversations are processed by third-party AI services (OpenAI). See section 4.3 for details.

2.5 Local Device Data (Never Leaves Your Device)

The following data is stored locally on your device using AsyncStorage and is NOT transmitted to our servers:

2.6 Third-Party Community Platform Data

Community Platform Information:

When you access third-party community platforms through LifeCompass (such as Discord servers):

Important Disclaimers:

Your Control: You can control your privacy on third-party platforms through their respective privacy settings and policies.

3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

3.1 Account Management and Authentication

3.2 Service Provision and Improvement

3.3 AI-Powered Features

3.4 Communication

3.5 Legal and Compliance

3.6 Community and Third-Party Platform Data

Community Integration:

We may use limited data to:

Third-Party Platform Processing:

When you use third-party community platforms:

4. INFORMATION SHARING AND DISCLOSURE

4.1 We Do NOT Sell Your Personal Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for monetary or other valuable consideration.

4.2 Service Providers

We share limited information with trusted service providers who help us operate the App:

AWS Cognito (Authentication Service)

OpenAI (AI Services)

App Store Platforms (Apple/Google)

4.3 Third-Party AI Processing (OpenAI)

Important Information About AI Features:

When you use AI features in LifeCompass:

Your Control: You can choose not to use AI features to avoid third-party processing.

4.4 Legal Requirements and Community Safety

We may disclose your information when required by law or to:

4.5 Business Transactions

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction, with notice provided to you.

5. DATA SECURITY

5.1 Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information:

5.2 Local Device Security

Since most of your data stays on your device:

5.3 Account Security

6. DATA RETENTION

6.1 Account Data

We retain your account information for as long as your account is active, plus:

6.2 AI Conversation Data

6.3 Local Device Data

Data stored on your device remains until you:

7. YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS

7.1 Rights for All Users

Regardless of your location, you have the right to:

7.2 Additional Rights for EU/UK Users (GDPR)

If you are in the EU or UK, you also have rights to:

7.3 Additional Rights for California Users (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have rights to:

7.4 How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at Ryan.Novinc@gmail.com with:

We will respond within 30 days (or as required by applicable law).

8. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

8.1 Primary Data Storage

Your account data is primarily stored in:

8.2 Third-Party Service Transfers

Some data may be transferred to:

These transfers are protected by:

8.3 Third-Party Community Platform Transfers

Community Platform Data:

When you participate in third-party community platforms:

Platform-Specific Information:

Important Note: Community discussions are for educational purposes only. Users acknowledge that discussions about financial, health, parenting, business, or other specialized topics do not constitute professional advice and should consult qualified professionals for personalized guidance in these areas.

Your Responsibility: Review third-party platform privacy policies to understand how your data is handled when participating in community features.

9. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

9.1 Age Restrictions

LifeCompass is not intended for children under 16 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16.

9.2 Parental Notification

If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 16, we will:

9.3 Parental Rights

Parents/guardians can contact us to:

10. COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

10.1 Mobile App Context

As a mobile app, LifeCompass does not use traditional web cookies. However, we do use similar technologies:

10.2 Local Storage Technologies

10.3 Analytics and Performance

10.4 Your Control

You can control these technologies by:

11. MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS

11.1 Service Communications

We may send you:

These communications are necessary for service provision and cannot be opted out of while maintaining an account.

11.2 Marketing Communications

We may send promotional content about:

Opt-out: You can unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time through:

11.3 Push Notifications

The app may send push notifications for:

You can control push notifications through your device settings or in-app preferences.

12. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

12.1 Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect:

12.2 Notification of Changes

We will notify you of material changes through:

12.3 Continued Use

Your continued use of LifeCompass after we post changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

13. REGIONAL PRIVACY INFORMATION

13.1 Australia

We comply with the Australian Privacy Principles under the Privacy Act 1988. You can lodge complaints with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).

Contact: OAIC at oaic.gov.au or 1300 363 992

13.2 European Union/United Kingdom

We comply with GDPR requirements. You can lodge complaints with your local data protection authority.

UK Contact: Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk

13.3 United States

We comply with applicable U.S. privacy laws including CCPA for California residents.

California Contact: California Attorney General's Office for CCPA complaints

13.4 Canada

We comply with PIPEDA requirements for Canadian users.

Contact: Privacy Commissioner of Canada at priv.gc.ca

14. CONTACT INFORMATION

14.1 Privacy Questions and Community Issues

For privacy-related questions or concerns, including community platform issues:

Privacy Officer Email: Ryan.Novinc@gmail.com

General Support: Ryan.Novinc@gmail.com

Community Issues: Ryan.Novinc@gmail.com

Mailing Address: 13 Musson Close Florey

Community Platform Privacy Issues:

For privacy concerns specifically related to third-party community platforms:

1. Contact the third-party platform directly using their privacy contact information

2. Contact us if the issue relates to LifeCompass's integration with the platform

3. We may assist with issues that fall within our control, but cannot resolve third-party platform privacy matters

14.2 Data Protection Officer (EU/UK)

If required by applicable law, our Data Protection Officer can be reached at:

Ryan.Novinc@gmail.com

14.3 Response Times

We aim to respond to privacy inquiries within:

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Last Updated: September 2025

Next Review Date: September 2026

By using LifeCompass, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

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