Privacy Policy

1. Overview

Dear Journal is designed as your private, personal space for self-reflection. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring your journal entries remain completely personal. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle your data.

2. Your Privacy, Our Priority

Dear Journal prioritizes your privacy while providing AI-enhanced journaling features. Your journal entries are primarily stored locally on your device, with limited cloud processing only for AI features when you choose to use them.

3. Data Storage and Processing

Local Storage

  • Journal entries are stored locally using SQLite (mobile) and AsyncStorage (web)
  • Data is encrypted using device-specific keys stored in secure device storage
  • Local data never syncs between devices - each device maintains its own private journal
  • Deleting the app permanently removes all local journal data

Cloud Processing for AI Features

  • When you use AI features (Ezra chat, insights), relevant journal content is sent to our secure backend
  • AI processing is handled through Supabase infrastructure and Google Gemini API
  • AI responses are not permanently stored - only usage tracking for subscription quotas
  • You can choose not to use AI features to keep all data completely local

Authentication

  • We use guest authentication with device-specific UUIDs
  • No personal information required - you remain anonymous
  • Authentication tokens managed securely through Supabase
  • Device IDs stored in secure device storage (Keychain/Keystore)

4. Data Collection and Third-Party Services

What We Collect

  • AI Usage Data: When using AI features, we temporarily process journal content through Google Gemini API
  • Subscription Data: Payment and subscription status managed through RevenueCat and App Store/Google Play
  • Usage Quotas: Token usage tracking for AI features to enforce subscription limits
  • Device Authentication: Anonymous device-specific UUIDs for app functionality
  • Crash Reports: Anonymous error and crash data through Sentry for app improvement

What We Don't Collect

  • Personal information (name, email, phone, address)
  • Location data
  • Contact information
  • Behavioral analytics or marketing data
  • Social media connections

Third-Party Data Processing

  • Google Gemini API: Processes journal content for AI responses (not stored permanently)
  • Supabase: Handles authentication and AI request routing
  • RevenueCat: Manages subscription data and billing
  • Sentry: Collects anonymous crash reports and error data
  • App Stores: Handle payments and subscription management

5. Data Export

Dear Journal provides export functionality for your convenience:

  • Export your entries as CSV files
  • Import entries from other journaling apps
  • These actions are entirely user-initiated
  • Exported data goes only where you choose to send it

6. Security

Device-Level Security

  • Your journal is protected by your device's security (passcode, Face ID, Touch ID)
  • We recommend using your device's built-in security features
  • The app does not have its own authentication system

Data Encryption

  • Your entries are stored in your device's secure storage
  • Protection level depends on your device's security settings

7. Subscription and Payment Data

For users with paid subscriptions:

  • Payment Processing: Handled entirely by App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android)
  • RevenueCat Integration: We use RevenueCat to manage subscription status and billing
  • Subscription Data: We store only subscription status and usage quotas, not payment details
  • Refunds: All refunds handled directly through your app store
  • Usage Tracking: AI token usage monitored to enforce subscription limits

8. Children's Privacy

Dear Journal does not knowingly collect information from children. The app is designed for general use with complete privacy for all users.

9. Your Rights

You have complete control over your data:

  • View all your entries anytime
  • Export your data whenever you want
  • Delete individual entries or all data
  • Remove the app to delete all local data

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in the app or for legal reasons. Any significant changes will be communicated through app updates.

11. Data Retention and Deletion

  • Local Data: Stored indefinitely on your device until you delete entries or uninstall the app
  • AI Processing: Journal content sent to AI services is not stored permanently by us or Google
  • Usage Data: Subscription and usage quota data retained while you have an active account
  • Crash Reports: Anonymous error data retained by Sentry for debugging purposes
  • Account Deletion: Uninstalling the app removes all local data permanently

12. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed in different countries:

  • Supabase: Data processed on servers in various regions
  • Google Gemini: AI processing occurs in Google's global infrastructure
  • RevenueCat: Subscription data processed in their service regions
  • All data transfers are secured with encryption and industry-standard protections

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how Dear Journal handles data, please contact us:

Email: dearjournalapp@gmail.com

Your privacy remains our priority. While we use AI to enhance your journaling experience, we're committed to processing your data responsibly and transparently.

Last Updated: August 23, 2025

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