PuppyFocus is a healing iOS focus timer app. Through Pomodoro sessions, white noise soundscapes, and the emotional companionship of an exclusive puppy, we help you focus better in a warm and relaxing atmosphere.
1. Information We Collect
PuppyFocus is built on the principle of "Data Minimalism."
Local Data: Your focus records, custom labels, puppy names, purchased items, and currency balances are stored locally on your device.
Information You Voluntarily Send: If you contact us by email or through the website contact form, we receive your name, email address, message content, and any attachments or device details you choose to provide, solely to respond to your support request.
System Permissions: To provide core functionalities, we request the following:
Screen Time (FamilyControls): Used solely for "Strict Mode" and "Whitelist Mode" to block distracting apps. We cannot access your browsing history or specific app usage details.
Notifications: Used to alert you when a session or break ends. These notifications are shown locally by iOS on your device.
No Account-Based PII Collection: We do not require account registration, and we do not proactively collect your name, phone number, or biometric data during app use. We only receive your name, email address, and message content if you voluntarily contact us by email or submit the website contact form.
2. Data Storage and Security
On-Device Storage: All data is stored on your iOS device via UserDefaults and JSON files.
Inter-process Sync: Minor settings such as puppy name and limited focus state are stored in a shared App Group for this app's Widgets, Live Activities, and Shield Extension.
No Cloud Upload for App Data: We do not run a centralized backend for your focus records, labels, items, or currency balances. This app data stays on your device.
Retention: On-device data remains on your device until you reset it in the app, clear it, or uninstall the app. If you contact us by email or through the website contact form, related messages may be retained until the issue is resolved or for a reasonable period needed to continue support communication.
3. Third-Party Services and Payments
Apple StoreKit 2: In-app purchases, subscriptions, trial eligibility, and restore purchases are handled directly by Apple. We only receive limited purchase-status information and never see your payment method details or banking information.
Apple Subscription Management: Monthly and annual subscriptions, including free trial management, cancellation, switching plans, and renewal, are managed through your Apple Account.
Contact Form and Email Communication: If you submit our website contact form or email us, standard email and delivery service providers process and store the message only for customer support communication.
No Third-Party SDKs: This app does not integrate any third-party advertising, tracking, or analytics SDKs.
4. Your Rights
Since data is stored locally, you have full control:
Data Deletion: Uninstalling the app will delete all locally stored focus records and settings.
Revoke Permissions: You can disable Screen Time or Notification permissions at any time via iOS System Settings.
Manage Subscriptions: If you subscribe to a monthly or annual plan, you can cancel, switch, or manage it in Apple Subscriptions.
Request Deletion of Support Messages: If you previously contacted us by email or through the website contact form and want those support messages deleted, you can request that using the address below.
Contact
If you have any questions about this policy or need help deleting your data, email:
This policy may be updated to reflect legal requirements or product changes. If there is a material update, we will revise the effective date on this page.