Our Privacy Policy
Effective Date: November 27, 2025
Askesis (“Askesis”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use the Askesis mobile application, website, and any related services (collectively, the “Services”).
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using the Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Services.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide Directly
Account Information When you create an account, we collect:
Email address
Username
Encrypted password
Profile picture (optional)
Goal or progress photos (optional)
User-Generated Content When using the Services, you may provide:
Challenges and routines
Journal entries
Payment Information When you purchase a subscription:
Payments are processed securely by Apple App Store
We never store your full credit card details
We receive only transaction confirmation, subscription status, and receipt data
Communications When you contact us, we collect:
Your email address and name
The content of your message
Any additional information you choose to share
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
Usage Data
Features used and interactions
Streaks, and completion metrics
Session data
Time spent in the app
Device & Technical Information
Device type, model, and operating system
Unique device identifiers
IP address
Time zone and language preferences
Mobile network information
Analytics Data We use privacy-respecting analytics tools to improve the app, including crash reports, performance metrics, session duration, and navigation patterns.
1.3 Information From Third Parties
Payment Processors: Subscription and transaction status
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Create and manage your account
Deliver core features (challenges, streaks)
Process payments and manage subscriptions
Provide customer support
Improve the app and develop new features
Send important service updates and (with consent) promotional communications
Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
Generate aggregated, anonymous insights to enhance user experience
Comply with legal obligations
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share information only in these limited cases:
With trusted service providers (cloud hosting, analytics, payment processors, email services) who are contractually required to protect your data and use it solely to provide services to us
With other users when you choose to post publicly (e.g., forums, leaderboards, profile visibility)
For legal reasons (court orders, law enforcement requests, protection of rights/safety)
In a business transfer (merger, acquisition, etc.) — we will notify you if this happens
With your explicit consent
4. Data Retention
We keep your data only as long as necessary to provide the Services and fulfill the purposes in this policy.
Account data: retained while your account is active
Challenges: kept until you delete them or close your account
Transaction records: kept as required for tax/legal compliance
When you delete your account, we permanently delete or anonymize your personal data within 30 days (except where legally required to retain it).
5. Your Privacy Rights & Choices
ou have full control:
Update preferences anytime in Settings
Delete individual challenges
Manage push and email notifications
Opt out of marketing emails (unsubscribe link or Settings)
Request a downloadable copy of your data (contact support@getaskesis.com)
EU/UK residents (GDPR) and California residents (CCPA/CPRA) have additional rights (access, rectification, erasure, restriction, objection, portability, and non-discrimination). To exercise any right, email support@getaskesis.com. We will respond within 30 days (or as required by law).
6. Data Security
We use industry-standard protections:
Encryption in transit (TLS/SSL) and at rest
Secure authentication and access controls
Regular security audits
No system is 100% secure, but we work hard to keep your data safe.
7. International Transfers
Your data may be processed in the U.S. or other countries where our service providers operate. For EU/UK users, we use approved mechanisms (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses) to protect cross-border transfers.
8. Third-Party Links & Services
The app may link to external sites or services (e.g., payment processors, analytics). Their privacy practices are not covered by this policy.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Material changes will be announced in-app and via email. Continued use after changes means you accept the updated policy.
10. Contact Us
For any questions, data requests, or concerns: support@tryaskesis.app