HeartPing Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 01/11/2026
Introduction
HeartPing (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use the HeartPing mobile application.
- Email Address: Required for account creation and authentication
- Display Name: Your chosen name shown to friends
- Username: Your unique identifier for friend discovery
- Profile Picture: Optional image you upload
- Device Information: Device type, operating system version
- Usage Data: App usage patterns and feature interactions
- Push Notification Tokens: To send you notifications
- Account Management: Create and maintain your account
- Core Functionality: Enable sending love messages to friends
- Push Notifications: Send you notifications when friends send love
- App Improvement: Analyze usage to improve the app experience
We do NOT:
- Sell your personal information
- Share your data with advertisers
- Use your information for marketing purposes
We may share information only:
- With your explicit consent
- To comply with legal requirements
- To protect our rights and safety
Data Storage and Security
- Firebase Services: We use Google Firebase for secure data storage
- Encryption: All data is encrypted in transit and at rest
- Access Control: Strict access controls protect your information
- Regular Updates: We regularly update security measures
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access: View your personal information
- Update: Modify your profile information
- Delete: Delete your account and all associated data
- Withdraw Consent: Stop using the app at any time
Data Retention
- Active Accounts: Data retained while your account is active
- Deleted Accounts: All data permanently deleted within 30 days
- Legal Requirements: Some data may be retained longer if required by law
Children’s Privacy
HeartPing is suitable for all ages (4+). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent.
Third-Party Services
HeartPing uses:
- Firebase Authentication: For secure login
- Firebase Firestore: For data storage
- Firebase Cloud Messaging: For push notifications
- Firebase Storage: For profile pictures
Please review Google’s Privacy Policy for Firebase services.
International Users
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. We will notify users of significant changes through the app or email.
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
- Email: koipapa8@gmail.com
- Support: https://ke-dou.github.io/heartping-ios/SUPPORT
Consent
By using HeartPing, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in this Privacy Policy.
Last updated: 01/11/2026