Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 11, 2026

Introduction

RunnersHeart (“we”, “our”, or “the App”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our iOS and watchOS running app.

Information We Collect

Health Data (via Apple HealthKit)

RunnersHeart accesses the following health data through Apple HealthKit:

• Heart Rate: Real-time heart rate during workouts and resting heart rate for zone calculations
• Workout Data: Running workouts including duration, distance, and energy burned
• Workout Routes: GPS location data recorded during outdoor runs

Location Data

When you use GPS route recording during outdoor workouts:

• We collect GPS coordinates to track your running route
• Location data is stored only on your device and in Apple HealthKit
• You can disable location tracking in iOS Settings

How We Use Your Information

Your data is used exclusively to:

1. Display Real-Time Metrics: Show heart rate, pace, and distance during workouts
2. Calculate Heart Rate Zones: Determine your training intensity based on %MaxHR or Heart Rate Reserve methods
3. Provide Haptic Feedback: Alert you when you enter different heart rate zones
4. Generate Workout Summaries: Create detailed post-workout reports with zone distribution and training load (TRIMP)
5. Visualize Routes: Display your running routes on a map

Data Storage and Security

Local Storage Only

• All your data stays on your device
• We do not operate servers or cloud storage
• Data syncs between your iPhone and Apple Watch using Apple’s secure WatchConnectivity framework
• Workout data is stored in Apple HealthKit, protected by iOS encryption

No External Transmission

• We do not transmit your health or location data to external servers
• We do not share your data with third parties
• We do not use analytics services that collect personal data

Data Sharing

What We Don’t Share

• We never sell your personal data
• We never share your health data with advertisers
• We never share your location history with third parties

Apple HealthKit Integration

• Data written to HealthKit may be accessible to other apps you’ve authorized
• You control HealthKit permissions in iOS Settings > Health > Data Access & Devices

Your Rights and Choices

Access and Control

You can:

• View all your workout data within the app
• Export workout data as CSV or JSON files
• Delete individual workouts from the app and HealthKit
• Revoke HealthKit permissions at any time in iOS Settings

Managing Permissions

To manage app permissions:

1. Go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Health
2. Select RunnersHeart
3. Toggle permissions on or off

For location permissions:

1. Go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Location Services
2. Select RunnersHeart
3. Choose your preferred setting

Children’s Privacy

RunnersHeart is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

• Updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy
• Posting the new policy within the app

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

• Email: oozoofrog@gmail.com

Summary

Data Type	Collected	Stored	Shared
Heart Rate	Yes	Device only	No
Workouts	Yes	Device + HealthKit	No
GPS Routes	Yes	Device + HealthKit	No
Personal Info	No	N/A	No

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RunnersHeart respects your privacy. Your health data never leaves your device.