Privacy Policy
⚠️ Medical Disclaimer: HypnoQuit is NOT a medical device, clinical treatment, or medically supervised program. All content is AI-generated and has not been reviewed or approved by any physician, psychologist, licensed hypnotherapist, or medical regulatory authority. The App is for relaxation and motivational support only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Do not use this App if you have epilepsy, a history of psychosis, or any condition that may be affected by relaxation induction techniques. Do not use while operating a vehicle or machinery. Individual results vary and no specific health outcome is guaranteed.
Privacy Policy
HypnoQuit ("we", "our", "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information about you when you use the HypnoQuit mobile application ("App"). By using the App, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly, including:
- Account information such as display name and email address (when you sign up)
- Profile data such as smoking history, quit date, and daily usage (entered during onboarding)
- Usage data such as which sessions you complete and your progress streaks
- Communications you send to our support team
We also collect information automatically through your use of the App, including device identifiers, crash reports, and usage analytics. We do not directly collect payment information — all payments are processed by Apple or Google.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve the App
- Personalise your experience and track your quit journey progress
- Send you notifications and updates related to your sessions and streaks (with your consent)
- Analyse aggregate usage patterns to improve content quality
- Respond to your support inquiries
- Comply with legal obligations
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
3. Third-Party Services
The App uses the following third-party services, each with their own privacy practices:
- Firebase (Google LLC) — authentication, database, cloud functions, and analytics. Firebase Privacy Policy
- Google Sign-In — optional sign-in method. Google Privacy Policy
- Sign in with Apple — optional sign-in method. Apple Privacy Policy
- Expo / EAS (Expo Inc.) — app build and update infrastructure. Expo Privacy Policy
4. Data Retention
We retain your account data and usage history for as long as your account is active. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us at legal@hypnoquitapp.com. We will fulfil deletion requests within 30 days, subject to any legal retention obligations.
5. Your Rights (GDPR, CCPA & Others)
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access — request a copy of the data we hold about you
- Correction — request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete data
- Deletion — request that we delete your data ("right to be forgotten")
- Portability — request your data in a structured, machine-readable format
- Objection — object to certain types of processing, including direct marketing
- Withdrawal of consent — withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at legal@hypnoquitapp.com. We will respond within the timeframe required by applicable law (typically 30 days).
6. Security
We implement industry-standard security measures including encryption in transit (TLS) and at rest, access controls, and regular security reviews. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data and encourage you to use a strong, unique password and to log out after each session on shared devices.
7. Children's Privacy
The App is not directed to children under the age of 13 (or 16 in applicable jurisdictions). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately and we will promptly delete such data.
8. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own, including the United States, where our service providers operate. These countries may have different data protection laws than your own. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers, including standard contractual clauses where required by law.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes through the App or by email prior to the change becoming effective. The "Last Updated" date at the top indicates when the most recent changes were made. Continued use of the App after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Email: legal@hypnoquitapp.com
Website: https://hypnoquitapp.com