Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 1, 2026
Last Updated: January 1, 2026
Introduction
Welcome to Habi ("the App"), a habit tracking application developed by Téo Goulois ("we," "us," or "our"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.
By using Habi, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not use the App.
Information We Collect
1. Information You Provide Directly
Account Information (Optional)
- When you sign in with Apple, we may receive your name and email address (if you choose to share them)
- Your Apple User ID (an anonymous identifier)
User-Generated Content
- Habit names, configurations, and schedules
- Habit completion records and notes
- Photos, videos, and audio recordings attached to notes
- Personal goals, motivations, and commitment statements
- Feedback you submit through the app
Profile Preferences
- Wake time and sleep time
- Commitment level and main goals
- Notification preferences
2. Information Collected Automatically
Analytics Data
We use PostHog, a product analytics service hosted in the European Union, to collect:
- App usage patterns (features used, screens viewed)
- Habit completion statistics (anonymized counts and streaks)
- Onboarding progress and duration
- Subscription status and paywall interactions
- App launch frequency and session duration
Device Information
When you submit feedback, we collect:
- Device model (e.g., "iPhone 14")
- Operating system version
- App version
Subscription Information
Through RevenueCat, our subscription management provider:
- Subscription status and plan type
- Trial period status
- Purchase history (managed by Apple)
3. Information We Do NOT Collect
- Location data
- Health data (HealthKit)
- Contacts or address book
- Browsing history
- Data from other apps
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
1. Provide Core Functionality
- Store and sync your habits and progress
- Send notification reminders
- Track your streaks and achievements
2. Improve the App
- Analyze usage patterns to identify bugs and improve features
- Understand which features are most valuable to users
- Optimize the onboarding experience
3. Manage Subscriptions
- Process and validate in-app purchases
- Manage trial periods and premium features
4. Communicate with You
- Send local notifications you've configured
- Respond to feedback and support requests
Data Storage and Security
Local Storage
The majority of your data is stored locally on your device:
- All habits, notes, and completion records are stored in a local database
- Media files (photos, videos, audio) are stored only on your device and are never uploaded to our servers
- Local data is protected by iOS device encryption
iCloud Sync (Optional)
If you sign in with Apple:
- Your habit data syncs to your personal iCloud account
- This data is encrypted and stored by Apple
- We do not have access to your iCloud data
- You can disable iCloud sync through your device settings
Third-Party Services
- PostHog (Analytics): Data stored on EU servers
- RevenueCat (Subscriptions): Manages purchase validation
- Supabase (Feedback): Stores user feedback submissions
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We Do NOT Sell Your Data
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.
Third-Party Service Providers
We share limited data with trusted service providers who assist in operating the App:
| Service | Purpose | Data Shared |
|---|---|---|
| PostHog | Analytics | Usage patterns, anonymized statistics |
| RevenueCat | Subscriptions | Purchase validation, subscription status |
| Apple (CloudKit) | Data sync | Your habit data (to your personal iCloud) |
| Supabase | Feedback | Feedback text, device info, optional email |
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests.
Your Rights and Choices
Access and Export Your Data
You can export all your data at any time through:
Settings → Data Management → Export Data
This creates a JSON file containing all your habits, notes, and settings.
Delete Your Data
- Local data: Uninstalling the app removes all local data
- iCloud data: Managed through your Apple ID settings
- Analytics data: Contact us to request deletion from PostHog
- Feedback data: Contact us to request deletion from our feedback database
Opt-Out Options
- Analytics: Analytics can be disabled (contact us for instructions)
- Notifications: Manage through iOS Settings → Notifications → Habi
- iCloud Sync: Don't sign in with Apple, or disable iCloud for the app
Data Portability
Use the export feature to download your data in a portable JSON format.
Data Retention
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Local app data | Until you uninstall the app |
| iCloud synced data | Managed by your Apple ID settings |
| Analytics data | 24 months (PostHog default) |
| Feedback submissions | Until deletion requested |
| Subscription records | Managed by Apple and RevenueCat |
Children's Privacy
Habi is a general audience app suitable for all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
Third-Party Links and Services
The App may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own:
- Analytics data: Processed on PostHog's EU servers
- Subscription data: Processed by RevenueCat (US-based)
These transfers are conducted in compliance with applicable data protection laws.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by:
- Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- Displaying a notice within the App (for material changes)
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Email: teogoulois@proton.me
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.
Summary
| What We Collect | What We Don't Collect |
|---|---|
| ✓ Habit data and notes | ✗ Location |
| ✓ Usage analytics | ✗ Health data |
| ✓ Device info (for feedback) | ✗ Contacts |
| ✓ Optional: Name, email (Sign in with Apple) | ✗ Browsing history |
| ✓ Subscription status | ✗ Data from other apps |
Your data stays with you. Media files never leave your device, and habit data syncs only to your personal iCloud account.
This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 1, 2026.