Privacy Policy

Effective Date: April 1, 2026 · Last Updated: April 1, 2026

1. Introduction

Awaken is an iOS alarm clock application developed by Kuba Poprawski. This Privacy Policy describes what data the App collects, how it is used, stored, and shared, and what choices you have regarding your data.

By downloading, installing, or using Awaken, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the App.

2. Information Collected

2.1 Account Information

When you create an account, the following is collected:

Email address — used for account authentication and password recovery.
Authentication tokens — securely managed by Firebase Authentication and stored in your device's iOS Keychain.

If you sign in with Apple or Google, Awaken receives only the information those services provide (typically your name and email). Your Apple ID password, Google password, or any social media credentials are never received or stored.

2.2 Alarm and Usage Data (Stored Locally)

The following data is stored only on your device using Apple's SwiftData framework and is never transmitted to any server:

Alarm settings (times, repeat days, activity type, sound, theme preferences)
Alarm completion history (date, time, activity type, completion duration)
Streak and achievement progress
Custom alarm labels and custom typing challenge sentences
Custom background images you upload for alarm themes

2.3 Analytics Data

Awaken uses Firebase Analytics to collect anonymous, aggregated usage data to improve the App. This includes:

Which features are used (e.g., which alarm activity types are popular)
Alarm completion events (without personal identifiers)
Subscription and paywall interaction events
App crashes and performance metrics

Analytics data is not linked to your identity and cannot be used to identify you personally. Analytics data is not used for advertising and is not sold to third parties.

2.4 Subscription Data

Subscription purchases are processed entirely by Apple through the App Store. No payment information (credit card numbers, billing addresses, etc.) is collected, processed, or stored by Awaken. Only confirmation from Apple's StoreKit framework that a valid subscription exists is received.

2.5 Device Sensor Data

Sensor	Purpose	Storage
Accelerometer (CoreMotion)	Shake detection for the "Shake Phone" alarm activity	Processed on-device only. Never stored or transmitted.
Camera (AVFoundation)	Barcode scanning for the "Scan Barcode" alarm activity	Camera feed is processed in real-time. No images or video are saved or transmitted.

3. Information NOT Collected

Location data is not collected.
Contacts, photos library, microphone, or files are not accessed.
Health or fitness data is not collected.
Tracking technologies (cookies, advertising identifiers, or fingerprinting) are not used.
Personal data is not sold, rented, or shared with third parties for advertising or marketing purposes.
Your data is not used for profiling or targeted advertising.

4. How Information Is Used

Authentication: To create and manage your account securely.
Core functionality: To schedule alarms, track streaks, record completion history, and manage achievements — all locally on your device.
Subscription management: To verify your subscription status and provide access to premium features.
App improvement: To understand which features are used and improve the App based on anonymous, aggregated analytics.

5. Data Storage and Security

5.1 Local Storage

All alarm data, history, achievements, and preferences are stored locally on your device using Apple's SwiftData framework. This data is protected by iOS file-level encryption and your device passcode.

5.2 Keychain Storage

Sensitive data such as authentication tokens and subscription state is stored in the iOS Keychain, which provides hardware-level encryption. Certain data is synced via iCloud Keychain (with your Apple ID) to persist across device reinstalls.

5.3 Third-Party Services

Awaken uses the following third-party services:

Firebase Authentication (Google LLC) — for secure user authentication. Firebase Privacy Policy
Firebase Analytics (Google LLC) — for anonymous usage analytics. Firebase Privacy Policy
Apple StoreKit — for subscription management. Apple Privacy Policy

6. Data Retention

Alarm data and completion history are stored on your device for as long as the App is installed. Deleting the App permanently removes all locally stored data.

Your Firebase Authentication account is retained until you explicitly delete it. You can delete your account at any time from the Settings tab within the App.

Anonymous analytics data is retained by Firebase Analytics according to Google's standard retention policies (typically 14 months).

7. Your Rights and Choices

Delete your account: You can permanently delete your account and all associated data from Settings > Delete Account within the App.
Delete local data: Uninstalling the App removes all locally stored alarm data, history, and achievements.
Manage subscriptions: You can manage or cancel your subscription through your device's Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions.
Opt out of analytics: You can limit analytics collection by disabling "Share iPhone Analytics" in your device's Settings > Privacy & Security > Analytics & Improvements.

8. Children's Privacy

Awaken is not directed at children under the age of 13. Personal information from children under 13 is not knowingly collected. If you believe a child under 13 has provided personal information, please reach out via email and the information will be promptly deleted.

9. International Users

Awaken is available worldwide. Authentication data may be processed by Firebase servers located in the United States. By using the App, you consent to the transfer of authentication data to the United States. All other data remains on your device.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. Significant changes will be reflected by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.