Privacy Policy

Last Updated: April 2026

Introduction

Plates ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our fitness tracking application.

Information We Collect

Account Information

When you create an account, we collect:

• Email address (for email sign-in)
• Authentication tokens from Google or Apple (for social sign-in)
• A unique user identifier

Workout Data

We collect workout information you provide, including:

• Exercise names and details
• Sets, reps, and weights
• Workout duration and timestamps
• Custom exercises you create
• Gym configurations and plate setups
• Body measurements and weight entries (if you choose to track them)

Device Information (Signed-In Users)

When you are signed in, we may collect:

• Device type and operating system version
• App version
• Crash reports and performance data (to improve app stability)
• Anonymous usage analytics (to understand feature usage)

Analytics and Crash Reports

Plates uses Firebase Analytics to understand feature usage and Firebase Crashlytics to diagnose bugs. What we collect depends on how you use the app:

• Signed-in users: Anonymized usage events (screens visited, features used) are sent automatically and tied to your Plates user ID, an internal identifier that is not your email or name. Your user ID is not shared with third parties. No workout data, body measurements, photos, or personal notes are ever included in analytics events.
• Local-only users (not signed in): Analytics are off by default. You may opt in via Settings, Privacy, Help Improve Plates, in which case anonymized events are sent with no user ID attached.
• Crash reports are always sent in release builds to help fix bugs that affect everyone. A crash report contains the stack trace and device model, never your content.

Signed-in users who wish to opt out of analytics can sign out and use the app locally, then leave the Help Improve Plates toggle off. You can also delete your account and all associated data from Profile, Delete Account.

Local-Only Mode (Not Signed In)

When you use the app without signing in:

• All your workout, body, and photo data is stored locally on your device only
• No data is sent to our servers unless you explicitly enable Help Improve Plates in Settings

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and maintain the app's functionality
• Sync your workout data across devices (signed-in users only)
• Calculate workout statistics and track your progress
• Send workout reminder notifications (if enabled)
• Improve app performance and fix bugs
• Develop new features based on usage patterns

Data Storage and Security

Cloud Storage (Signed-In Users)

If you sign in with an account, your data is stored securely in Firebase (Google Cloud) with:

• Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
• Secure authentication
• Data isolation between users

Local Storage (Not Signed In)

If you use the app without signing in, your data is stored locally on your device only. No workout data, exercises, or personal information is transmitted to any server unless you explicitly opt in to anonymous analytics.

Data Retention

Your data is retained as long as your account is active. You can delete your account and all associated data at any time from the app settings.

Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties except:

• With service providers who assist in app operations (listed below)
• When required by law or to protect our legal rights
• With your explicit consent

Service Providers (Data Processors)

Plates uses the following third-party services to operate. Each processes the minimum data necessary for its function.

• Google Firebase (Google LLC) — authentication, database, file storage, crash reporting, push notifications. Processes account data, workout history, and operational telemetry.
• RevenueCat, Inc. — subscription management and receipt validation for Plates Pro. Processes your app user ID and purchase events from Apple or Google.
• Apple Inc. — App Store subscription billing and receipt validation (when you subscribe on iOS). Governed by Apple's privacy policy.
• Google Play Billing (Google LLC) — Play Store subscription billing and receipt validation (when you subscribe on Android). Governed by Google's privacy policy.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Export your workout data
• Correct inaccurate information
• Delete your account and all data
• Opt out of analytics collection

Children's Privacy

Plates is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

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.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us at support@myplates.app.