Summary: Your dreams are personal. We collect only what's necessary to provide the service, we never sell your data, and you can delete your data at any time.
1. Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Dream Entries: The text and metadata of dreams you record in the App
- Account Information: If you sign in, we collect your email address and/or Apple ID identifier
- Profile Information: Optional name you may provide in settings
Information Collected Automatically
- Analytics Data: Anonymous usage statistics to improve the App (via Firebase Analytics)
- Crash Reports: Technical information when the App crashes (via Firebase Crashlytics)
- Device Information: Device type, operating system version, and app version
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide and maintain the App's functionality
- Sync your dreams across devices (if you enable cloud backup)
- Generate AI-powered dream analysis (Premium feature)
- Improve the App through anonymous analytics
- Send important service-related communications
3. Data Storage and Security
Your data is stored in the following ways:
- Local Storage: Dreams are stored on your device using secure local storage
- Cloud Storage: If you enable cloud backup, your data is stored in Firebase Firestore with encryption at rest and in transit
- AI Processing: When using AI analysis, your dream text is sent to our AI provider (Anthropic) for processing and is not stored by them
4. Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties except:
- Service Providers: We use Firebase (Google) for authentication, storage, and analytics, and Anthropic for AI analysis
- Legal Requirements: If required by law or to protect our rights
5. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Access: View all your data within the App
- Delete: Delete individual dreams or all your data from Settings
- Export: Your dreams remain accessible on your device
- Opt-out: Use the App without an account (local-only mode)
6. Data Retention
We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. If you delete your account, we will delete your data within 30 days, except where required to retain it for legal purposes.
7. Children's Privacy
Dream Catcher is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.
8. International Data Transfers
Your data may be processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes through the App or via email. Your continued use of the App after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@dreamcatcher.app
11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act, including the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to delete your data, and the right to opt-out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.
12. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)
If you are in the European Economic Area, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation, including access, rectification, erasure, data portability, and the right to object to processing. To exercise these rights, contact us at the email above.