Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 15, 2025
Effective Date: January 15, 2025
Privacy at a Glance
- ✓ Your data is encrypted and stored securely
- ✓ We never sell your personal information
- ✓ You can delete your data at any time
- ✓ Minimal data collection — only what's needed
- ✓ GDPR, CCPA, and Apple App Store compliant
📋 Table of Contents
1 Introduction
Welcome to Forge ("we," "our," or "us"). Forge is a psychology-powered productivity application designed to help founders and entrepreneurs take consistent action towards their goals. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application (the "App").
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you understand how your data is handled. By using Forge, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
Developer Information:
Forge App
Email: privacy@forgeyourdreams.app
Website: www.forgeyourdreams.app
2 Data We Collect
We collect information that you provide directly and data generated through your use of the App:
2.1 Information You Provide Directly
| Data Type | Purpose | Required |
|---|---|---|
| Email Address | Account creation, authentication, notifications | Yes |
| Display Name | Personalization within the app | Optional |
| Goals & Tasks | Core app functionality | Yes* |
| Financial Data | Smart Money tracking feature | Optional |
| Ideas & Experiments | Idea tracking and experiment management | Optional |
| Time Tracking Data | Productivity analytics | Optional |
| Resources/Notes | Personal knowledge management | Optional |
*Required for core functionality but user-controlled content
2.2 Automatically Collected Data
| Data Type | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Device Information | App optimization, multi-device sync |
| Usage Analytics | Venture Health Score, Adaptive Accountability System, feature improvement |
| Task Completion Patterns | Next Best Action algorithm, psychology-based recommendations |
| App Interaction Data | Achievement tracking, streak calculations |
| Crash Logs | Bug fixing and app stability |
2.3 Data We Do NOT Collect
- ✕ Precise location data (GPS coordinates)
- ✕ Contacts or address book information
- ✕ Photos, videos, or media files
- ✕ Health or fitness data
- ✕ Browsing history outside the app
- ✕ Microphone or camera access
3 How We Use Your Data
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
🎯 Core App Functionality
- • Managing your goals, tasks, ideas, and experiments
- • Calculating your Venture Health Score (0-100)
- • Powering the Adaptive Accountability System
- • Generating Next Best Action recommendations
- • Tracking achievements and streaks
🧠 Psychology-Based Features
- • Determining your accountability state (On Track, Slipping, Struggling, Avoiding)
- • Smart Confrontation System prompts when you need support
- • Personalized psychology-based notifications
- • Implementation Intentions (when/where reminders)
💰 Financial Tracking
- • Loss Aversion Framing and break-even tracking
- • Mental Accounting Visualization
- • Smart Money categorization and insights
☁️ Sync & Communication
- • Multi-device synchronization via Supabase
- • Account-related communications
- • Customer support responses
📊 Analytics & Improvement
- • Analytics dashboard generation
- • App performance optimization
- • Feature development based on usage patterns
4 Data Storage & Security
We take the security of your data seriously and implement industry-standard measures to protect it:
🔐 Encryption
All data is encrypted in transit using TLS 1.3 and at rest using AES-256 encryption.
🏗️ Infrastructure
Your data is stored on Supabase, which uses secure PostgreSQL databases with row-level security, hosted on AWS infrastructure with SOC 2 Type II compliance.
🔑 Authentication
Secure authentication through Supabase Auth with optional two-factor authentication support.
🛡️ Access Controls
Strict access controls ensure only you can access your data. Our team cannot view your personal content without explicit permission.
While we implement robust security measures, no method of electronic storage is 100% secure. We continuously monitor and update our security practices to protect your information.
5 Data Sharing & Disclosure
🚫 We do NOT sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
We may share your information only in these limited circumstances:
Service Providers
We work with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate the app:
- • Supabase - Database and authentication services
- • Apple - App distribution, push notifications, and analytics
- • RevenueCat - Subscription management (if applicable)
Legal Requirements
We may disclose information if required by law, legal process, or government request, or to protect rights, privacy, safety, or property.
Business Transfers
If Forge is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred. We will provide notice before your data becomes subject to a different privacy policy.
With Your Consent
We may share information with your explicit consent for purposes not covered by this policy.
6 Your Rights & Choices
You have control over your data. Here are your rights:
Right to Access
Request a copy of all personal data we hold about you.
Right to Rectification
Update or correct your personal information at any time within the app.
Right to Deletion
Request deletion of your account and all associated data. Go to Settings → Account → Delete Account, or email us.
Right to Data Portability
Export your data in a machine-readable format (JSON/CSV).
Notification Preferences
Control psychology-based notifications, morning affirmations, and evening reflections in Settings.
Right to Object
Object to processing of your data for specific purposes.
To exercise any of these rights:
Email us at privacy@forgeyourdreams.app with your request. We will respond within 30 days.
7 Data Retention
We retain your data for as long as necessary to provide our services:
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Account Information | Until account deletion + 30 days |
| Goals, Tasks, Ideas, Experiments | Until deleted by user or account deletion |
| Financial Data | Until deleted by user or account deletion |
| Analytics & Usage Data | Aggregated after 12 months, deleted after 24 months |
| Crash Logs | 90 days |
| Support Tickets | 2 years after resolution |
When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your data within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal or regulatory purposes.
8 Children's Privacy
🔒 Forge is not intended for children under 13 years of age.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at privacy@forgeyourdreams.app.
If we discover that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will delete that information immediately.
For users between 13-17 years old, we recommend parental guidance when using the app and its features.
9 International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws.
Safeguards We Use:
- • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by relevant authorities
- • Data processing agreements with all service providers
- • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- • Regular security assessments of third-party providers
By using Forge, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and other countries where our service providers operate.
10 Third-Party Services
Forge integrates with the following third-party services:
Apple Services
App distribution, push notifications, Sign in with Apple, and App Analytics.
View Apple Privacy Policy →Each third-party service has its own privacy policy. We encourage you to review them to understand how they handle your data.
11 Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors.
How We'll Notify You:
- • In-app notification for material changes
- • Email notification to your registered email address
- • Updated "Last Modified" date at the top of this policy
Your continued use of Forge after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
12 Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Website
www.forgeyourdreams.appMailing Address
Forge App
123 Innovation Drive
San Francisco, CA 94107
We aim to respond to all privacy-related inquiries within 30 days.
🌴 California Residents (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- • Right to Know: Request disclosure of personal information collected, used, and disclosed.
- • Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information.
- • Right to Opt-Out: We do not sell personal information, so this right does not apply.
- • Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights.
To exercise your CCPA rights, email us at privacy@forgeyourdreams.app with "CCPA Request" in the subject line.
🇪🇺 EU/EEA Residents (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Union or European Economic Area, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
Legal Basis for Processing:
- • Contract: Processing necessary to provide our services
- • Legitimate Interests: App improvement and security
- • Consent: Marketing communications (where applicable)
You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe your rights have been violated.
🍎 Apple App Tracking Transparency
In accordance with Apple's App Tracking Transparency framework:
- ✓ We do NOT track you across other companies' apps and websites
- ✓ We do NOT share your data with data brokers
- ✓ We do NOT use your data for targeted advertising
- ✓ We respect your ATT preferences
Forge does not require App Tracking Transparency permission as we do not engage in tracking as defined by Apple.
Your Privacy is Our Priority
Forge is built by founders, for founders. We understand that your venture data is sensitive and valuable. That's why we've built privacy and security into the core of our product.