Privacy Policy

Our Commitment to Your Privacy

At Bipolar, we believe that your mental health data is deeply personal and should remain completely private. This privacy policy explains how we handle (or more accurately, don't handle) your data.

The fundamental principle of Bipolar is simple: Your data belongs to you, and only you.

Information We Collect

Short answer: None.

Bipolar does not collect, transmit, or store any of your personal information on our servers. All data you enter into the app, including:

• Mood entries and ratings
• Sleep tracking data
• Medication information
• Symptom logs
• Personal notes
• Any other information you input

...is stored exclusively on your device and, if you choose to enable it, in your personal iCloud account.

How Your Data is Stored

Local Storage

All your data is stored locally on your iPhone or iPad using Apple's secure Core Data framework. This data never leaves your device unless you explicitly choose to enable iCloud sync.

iCloud Sync (Optional)

If you choose to enable iCloud sync, your data is synchronized across your personal devices using Apple's iCloud service. This means:

• Your data is stored in your personal iCloud account
• The data is encrypted using Apple's security standards
• We never have access to your iCloud data
• Only devices signed into your Apple ID can access this data
• You can disable iCloud sync at any time from your device settings

For more information about iCloud security and privacy, please visit Apple's iCloud Security Overview.

Authentication

Bipolar offers optional Google Sign-In as a convenience feature for app authentication. If you choose to use Google Sign-In:

• We only receive your basic profile information (name, email, profile picture) from Google
• This information is stored locally on your device only
• We do not transmit this information to any external servers
• You can also use the app without any account by choosing anonymous mode

What We Don't Do

To be absolutely clear, Bipolar does NOT:

• Collect analytics or usage data - We don't track how you use the app
• Use third-party tracking services - No Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, or similar tools
• Display advertisements - Your data will never be used for advertising
• Sell your data - We don't have access to your data, so there's nothing to sell
• Share data with third parties - No healthcare providers, insurers, or anyone else
• Require account creation - You can use the app completely anonymously
• Access your camera or microphone - Unless you explicitly grant permission for specific features
• Access your location - We don't collect location data

Data Security

Since your data is stored on your device and in your personal iCloud account, its security depends on:

• Your device security: We recommend using Face ID, Touch ID, or a strong passcode to protect your device
• Apple's security: If you use iCloud sync, your data benefits from Apple's industry-leading security measures
• App security: Bipolar uses iOS security best practices and sandboxing to protect your data from other apps

Data Deletion

You have complete control over your data:

• You can delete individual entries at any time within the app
• You can clear all your data from the Settings menu
• Deleting the app will remove all local data from your device
• If you use iCloud sync, you may need to separately delete the data from iCloud

Notifications

Bipolar can send you reminders to log your mood if you enable notifications. These notifications:

• Are scheduled locally on your device
• Do not involve any external servers
• Can be disabled at any time in your device settings
• Do not contain sensitive information in the notification text

Children's Privacy

Bipolar is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has used the app, please contact us, though please note that we have no access to any data entered into the app.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

However, we want to emphasize that our core privacy principle will never change: Your data belongs to you and only you.

Terms of Use

Medical Disclaimer

Bipolar is not a medical device and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or medical condition.

This app is designed as a personal mood tracking tool to help you monitor and understand your mental health patterns. It should be used as a complement to, not a replacement for, professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Always seek the advice of your physician, psychiatrist, or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding bipolar disorder or any other medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have read or tracked in this app.

If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or emergency, please contact emergency services immediately or call a crisis helpline such as:

• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988 (US)
• Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 (US)
• International Association for Suicide Prevention: Find a crisis center

Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, or using Bipolar, you agree to these terms of use. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the app.

License

Bipolar grants you a personal, non-transferable, non-exclusive license to use the app for your personal, non-commercial purposes.

User Responsibilities

You are responsible for:

• Maintaining the security of your device and any authentication credentials
• The accuracy of any information you enter into the app
• Backing up your data (we recommend enabling iCloud sync)
• Understanding that Bipolar is a tool for personal tracking, not medical diagnosis

Warranty Disclaimer

THE APP IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE APP WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS.

Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, BIPOLAR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, WHETHER INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, OR ANY LOSS OF DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or our practices, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]

While we're happy to answer questions about our privacy practices, please remember that we cannot help you recover or access your app data, as we don't have access to it.