Privacy Policy

At PillGadget, your privacy is our top priority. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and handle your information when you use our medication reminder app.

Privacy at a Glance

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

When you use PillGadget, you provide:

• Medication Information: Names of medications, dosages, schedules, and reminder preferences
• Usage Data: Records of when you mark medications as taken or skipped
• Account Information: If you choose to create an account, we collect basic information like email address (optional for premium features)
• Notes: Any notes or comments you add to your medications

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

We may automatically collect:

• Device Information: Device type, operating system version, unique device identifiers
• Usage Analytics: App opens, feature usage, crash reports (anonymized)
• Performance Data: Load times, errors, and technical diagnostics

1.3 Information We DO NOT Collect

• ❌ We do not collect your precise location
• ❌ We do not access your contacts or photos
• ❌ We do not track you across other apps or websites
• ❌ We do not collect health data from Apple Health or other health apps
• ❌ We do not require social media login or collect social media data

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

3. Data Storage and Security

3.1 Local Storage

All your medication data is stored locally on your device using encrypted storage. This means:

• ✅ Your data stays on your device unless you explicitly export it
• ✅ We cannot access your medication information
• ✅ Your data is protected by your device's security features
• ✅ No internet connection is required to use core features

3.2 Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures:

• End-to-end encryption for data at rest
• Secure HTTPS connections for any network communications
• Regular security audits and updates
• No storage of sensitive health data on our servers

3.3 iCloud Backup (Optional)

If you enable iCloud backup on your device, your medication data may be backed up to your personal iCloud account. This backup is:

• Controlled entirely by you and Apple
• Protected by Apple's security and encryption
• Not accessible to PillGadget
• Subject to Apple's privacy policy

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

Limited Sharing Scenarios

We may share limited information only in these specific circumstances:

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have complete control over your data:

GDPR Rights (EU Users)

If you're in the European Union, you have additional rights under GDPR:

• Right to access your personal data
• Right to rectification of inaccurate data
• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Right to withdraw consent

CCPA Rights (California Users)

California residents have rights under CCPA:

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of sale of personal information (we don't sell data)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

6. Children's Privacy

PillGadget is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

Users between 13-17 should use the app with parental guidance and supervision.

7. Third-Party Services

PillGadget may use the following third-party services:

8. International Data Transfers

PillGadget is based in the United States. If you use the app from outside the U.S., your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States or other countries.

We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers, including compliance with GDPR for EU users and other applicable data protection laws.

9. Data Retention

Local Data: Medication data stored on your device remains until you delete it or uninstall the app.

Account Data: If you create an account for premium features, we retain your account information as long as your account is active.

Analytics Data: Anonymous usage data is retained for up to 2 years to analyze trends and improve the app.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy in the app
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Sending an in-app notification for significant changes

Your continued use of PillGadget after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

11. Your California Privacy Rights

Under California's "Shine the Light" law, California residents may request information about disclosure of personal information to third parties for direct marketing purposes.

Good news: We do not share your personal information with third parties for their direct marketing purposes.

12. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers have "Do Not Track" features. Because there is no industry standard for how to respond to these signals, PillGadget does not currently respond to Do Not Track signals. However, we minimize data collection by design and only collect what's necessary for app functionality.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:

We will respond to privacy requests within 30 days.