Privacy Policy for CheckMind

Introduction

CheckMind ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our mobile application CheckMind (the "App").

Information We Collect

Information Stored Locally

• Assessment Responses: Your answers to mental health screening questionnaires (PHQ-9, GAD-7, etc.)
• Assessment Results: Calculated scores and historical results
• App Preferences: Theme settings, onboarding completion status
• Usage Data: Basic app usage patterns for performance optimization

Information We Do NOT Collect

• Personal Identifying Information: We do not collect names, email addresses, phone numbers, or other personal identifiers
• Location Data: We do not access or store your location information
• Device Information: We do not collect device identifiers or hardware information
• Third-Party Data: We do not integrate with social media or other external services

How We Use Your Information

Local Storage Only

• All your data is stored exclusively on your device using secure local storage
• We do not transmit your assessment data to external servers
• Your mental health information never leaves your device

Purpose of Data Use

• Assessment Functionality: To provide mental health screening tools and calculate results
• Historical Tracking: To show your assessment history and trends over time
• App Experience: To remember your preferences and provide a personalized experience

Data Security

Protection Measures

• Data is encrypted using industry-standard encryption methods
• Information is stored in secure local storage on your device
• No data transmission to external servers reduces exposure risks

Your Control

• You can delete all app data by uninstalling the application
• You can reset your assessment history through the app settings
• You have complete control over your data at all times

Third-Party Services

Crisis Resources

• The app provides links to external mental health crisis resources
• These are informational links only - we do not share your data with these organizations
• Accessing external resources is governed by their respective privacy policies

No Analytics or Tracking

• We do not use third-party analytics services
• We do not employ tracking technologies or cookies
• We do not share data with advertising networks

Children's Privacy

• CheckMind is intended for users aged 18 and above
• We do not knowingly collect information from children under 18
• If you believe a child has provided information through our app, please contact us

Your Rights

Data Access and Control

• Access: You can view all your stored data within the app
• Deletion: You can delete your data by uninstalling the app
• Portability: You can export your assessment history (feature may be added in future updates)

No Account Required

• CheckMind does not require account creation
• No personal information is needed to use the app
• Complete anonymity is maintained throughout app usage

Medical Disclaimer and Data Use

Crisis Situations

• In crisis situations, you may choose to share your assessment results with healthcare providers
• This sharing is entirely voluntary and at your discretion
• We do not automatically share crisis information with any parties

Changes to This Privacy Policy

• We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time
• Changes will be posted within the app and on our website
• Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the new policy
• We will notify users of significant changes through app notifications

International Users

Global Availability

• CheckMind is available worldwide
• Data processing occurs locally on your device regardless of location
• Crisis resources are provided for multiple countries and regions

Data Protection Compliance

• We comply with applicable data protection laws including GDPR, CCPA, and other regional regulations
• Since data is stored locally, most data protection requirements are inherently satisfied

Technical Details

Data Storage Technology

• AsyncStorage: React Native's secure local storage system
• Encryption: AES-256 encryption for sensitive data
• No Cloud Backup: Data is not backed up to cloud services unless explicitly enabled by user

Data Retention

• Data persists until you delete the app
• No automatic data deletion policies
• You control all data retention decisions

Consent

By using CheckMind, you consent to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.