Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Tark AI Coach ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our AI-powered fitness coaching service, including data obtained from Garmin Connect IQ devices.

2. Data We Collect

2.1 Garmin Connect IQ Data

With your explicit consent, we collect fitness and health data from your Garmin devices, including:

• Heart rate data and heart rate variability (HRV)
• Training activities (running, cycling, swimming, etc.)
• Sleep quality and duration metrics
• Stress levels and recovery data
• GPS location data for outdoor activities
• Body composition metrics (if available)
• Training load and intensity metrics

2.2 Account Information

• Name and email address
• Profile information (age, gender, fitness goals)
• Account preferences and settings

2.3 Usage Data

• App usage patterns and interactions
• Training plan adherence and modifications
• Feedback and ratings on workouts

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your activity data solely to provide and improve our AI coaching services:

• Personalized Training Plans: Create adaptive workout plans based on your fitness level, goals, and recovery status
• Performance Analytics: Analyze your training progress and provide insights
• Recovery Optimization: Monitor your recovery metrics to prevent overtraining
• Nutrition Guidance: Provide personalized nutrition recommendations based on your training load
• Goal Tracking: Help you set and achieve realistic fitness goals
• Service Improvement: Improve our AI algorithms and coaching recommendations (using anonymized data)

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal activity data with third parties except in the following limited circumstances:

• With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize sharing with healthcare providers or coaches
• Service Providers: With trusted partners who help us operate our service (under strict data protection agreements)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
• Anonymized Research: Aggregated, anonymized data for fitness and health research (no personal identification possible)

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:

• End-to-end encryption for data transmission
• AES-256 encryption for data storage
• Regular security audits and penetration testing
• Access controls and authentication protocols
• GDPR-compliant data handling practices

6. Your Rights and Controls

You have full control over your data:

• Access: Request a copy of all data we have about you
• Correction: Update or correct any inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and all associated data
• Portability: Export your data in a machine-readable format
• Withdrawal: Revoke consent for Garmin data access at any time
• Opt-out: Disable specific features or data collection

7. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary to provide our services:

• Active Accounts: Data is retained while your account is active
• Inactive Accounts: Data is automatically deleted after 2 years of inactivity
• Deleted Accounts: All personal data is permanently deleted within 30 days
• Legal Requirements: Some data may be retained longer if required by law

8. Garmin Connect IQ Integration

Our integration with Garmin Connect IQ follows these principles:

• Data is accessed only with your explicit consent through Garmin's OAuth system
• We request only the minimum data necessary for our coaching features
• You can revoke access to your Garmin data at any time through your Garmin Connect account
• We comply with Garmin's Connect IQ Developer Agreement and data usage policies
• Location data is used only for activity analysis and is never shared or sold

9. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed in countries outside your residence. We ensure adequate protection through standard contractual clauses and compliance with applicable data protection laws.

10. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 16 without parental consent.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes via email or app notification at least 30 days before they take effect.

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