Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 2025

Overview

SUDO EGO ("we", "our", or "the app") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle your information when you use our iOS application.

Key Point: SUDO EGO processes all data locally on your device. We do not collect, store, or transmit your personal information to external servers.

Screen Time API Usage

SUDO EGO uses Apple's Screen Time API (Family Controls framework) to provide app blocking functionality. Here's what you need to know:

What the Screen Time API Does

  • Enables you to select which apps to block during focus sessions
  • Enforces app restrictions at the system level
  • Tracks time spent in blocked vs. allowed apps (on-device only)

What We Do NOT Do

  • We do NOT collect or access your app usage data
  • We do NOT view which specific apps you use or for how long
  • We do NOT transmit any Screen Time data to our servers or third parties
  • We do NOT share device or usage data beyond your individual device

Data Handling

All Screen Time related data, including your app selection preferences and usage statistics, remains exclusively on your device. Apple's privacy architecture ensures that this sensitive data cannot be accessed by app developers.

Information We Collect

Information Stored Locally

The following information is stored only on your device:

  • Identity Cards: The personal goals and identity information you create
  • App Preferences: Your selection of apps to block during focus sessions
  • Focus Session History: Records of your focus sessions and duration
  • Settings: Your app preferences and configurations

Information We Do NOT Collect

  • Personal identification information (name, email, phone number)
  • Location data
  • Device identifiers
  • App usage statistics or browsing history
  • Any data from other apps on your device

Optional Account Features

If you choose to create an account for cloud sync features (optional):

  • We store your email address for authentication purposes
  • Your identity cards and settings may be synced via encrypted cloud storage
  • You can delete your account and all associated data at any time

Note: Account creation is entirely optional. The app is fully functional without an account, with all data stored locally on your device.

Third-Party Services

SUDO EGO does not integrate with any third-party analytics, advertising, or tracking services. We do not:

  • Display advertisements
  • Use analytics SDKs that collect user data
  • Share data with data brokers or marketing platforms
  • Use ad-blocking or content filtering beyond the app blocking feature

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

  • All local data is stored using iOS secure storage mechanisms
  • Optional cloud sync uses industry-standard encryption
  • We follow Apple's security best practices for iOS development

Children's Privacy

SUDO EGO is designed for personal device usage management. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. The app may be used by parents or guardians to help manage screen time for family members through Apple's Family Sharing features.

Your Rights

You have full control over your data:

  • Access: All your data is accessible directly within the app
  • Deletion: You can delete all local data by uninstalling the app
  • Export: You can export your identity cards and settings from the app
  • Account Deletion: If you have an account, you can request complete deletion of cloud data

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 on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

privacy@sudo-ego.app