Privacy Policy
Last updated: February 1, 2025
Summary: Your data stays on your device and in your personal iCloud account. We don't collect, sell, or share your personal information with third parties.
Introduction
Pawcovery ("we", "our", or "the app") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use the Pawcovery iOS application.
Data Storage
Pawcovery stores all your data locally on your device and syncs with your personal Apple iCloud account. We do not operate servers that store your personal data.
What we store:
- Dog profiles (name, breed, surgery details)
- Recovery logs (exercises, daily check-ins, medications)
- Appointments and reminders
- Photos you add to track healing progress
- AI chat conversations
Where it's stored:
- On your device: All data is stored locally using Apple's SwiftData framework
- In iCloud: Data syncs to your personal iCloud account for backup and multi-device access
- CloudKit Sharing: If you choose to share your dog's recovery with family members, shared data is stored in Apple's CloudKit infrastructure under your iCloud account
AI Chat Feature
Pawcovery includes an AI assistant to help answer questions about your dog's recovery.
How it works:
- When you ask a question, your message and relevant context (dog's surgery type, recovery phase) is sent to our AI service
- We use Cloudflare Workers AI to process requests
- Messages are processed in real-time and are not permanently stored on our servers
- Your chat history is stored locally on your device
Important: The AI assistant provides general information only and is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice. Always consult your veterinarian for medical decisions.
Data We DO NOT Collect
We do not collect, store, or have access to:
- Your name, email, or contact information
- Your location data
- Device identifiers or advertising IDs
- Usage analytics or tracking data
- Your iCloud account information
Third-Party Services
Pawcovery uses the following third-party services:
Apple iCloud (CloudKit)
Used for data sync and backup. Subject to Apple's Privacy Policy.
Cloudflare Workers AI
Powers the AI chat feature. Subject to Cloudflare's Privacy Policy.
Data Sharing
We do NOT sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
Your data may be shared only in these situations:
- Family Sharing: If you choose to share your dog's recovery data with family members using CloudKit Sharing
- Legal Requirements: If required by law or to protect our legal rights
Data Security
Your data is protected by:
- Apple's iOS security features including encryption
- iCloud's encryption for data in transit and at rest
- Your device passcode and/or biometric authentication
Your Rights
You have full control over your data:
- Access: All your data is visible within the app
- Export: You can export your data from the Settings menu
- Delete: Delete the app to remove all local data. Manage iCloud data through iOS Settings
Children's Privacy
Pawcovery is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy in the app and on this page.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@pawcovery.pet
- Website: pawcovery.pet/support