The Way of Strength ("we") is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information as the data controller.

1. Information We Collect

Account Information

• Email address or Google account information for authentication
• User profile data
• App settings and preferences

Workout Data

• Training sessions, routines, and progress metrics
• Custom exercises

AI Coaching Data

• Optional coaching report customization inputs
• Coaching report feedback (thumbs up/down ratings)
• AI-generated coaching reports

Usage Data

• App performance and crash reports (anonymous)
• Network connection status

2. How We Use Your Information

• Provide and maintain app functionality
• Sync your workout data across devices
• Calculate training progress and personal records
• Generate personalized AI coaching reports (using Google Gemini AI)
• Analyze training patterns and provide recommendations
• Improve app performance and security
• Send critical service notifications

3. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored on Google Firebase with enterprise security:

• Encrypted in transit and at rest
• Firebase Authentication for secure access
• Regular security audits and monitoring
• Your workout data is private to your account only

4. International Transfers

Data may be transferred outside your country via Google Firebase with appropriate safeguards.

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties, except:

• Google Firebase (our secure service provider)
• Google Gemini AI (for generating personalized coaching reports when you request them)
• To comply with legal obligations
• To protect our rights and safety
• With your explicit consent

6. Your Rights

You can:

• Access your data anytime within the app
• Export your data from the Settings menu (data portability)
• Delete your data or account at any time
• Restrict processing or withdraw consent
• File complaints with data protection authorities

7. Data Retention

• Account and workout data: Until you delete your account + 14 days for backups
• Security logs: 12 months

When you delete your account, all personal data is permanently removed within 14 days.

8. Automated Processing

We use automated calculations for workout progress, personal records, training metrics, and AI-powered coaching reports as core app features. AI coaching reports are generated only when you explicitly request them.

9. Children's Privacy

Not intended for users under 16. We delete any child data discovered immediately.

10. Policy Changes

Updates will be communicated via in-app notifications with updated dates.

11. Contact

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

• Email: Contact us via email

By using The Way of Strength, you acknowledge reading and understanding this policy.