Privacy Policy for the App
Last updated: June 2025
Use of this app constitutes acceptance of these terms.
1. Controller / Data Controller
tool+ (Sole Proprietorship)
Anton Schiller
Rappoltsweilerstr. 2
14169 Berlin, Germany
Email: support@toolplus.app
Data Protection Officer: Anton Schiller
2. Supervisory Authority
Berliner Beauftragte für Datenschutz und Informationsfreiheit
Alt Moabit 59-61
10555 Berlin, Germany
3. App Overview
tool+ is a self-improvement application that combines various tools for personal growth. Users can individually combine features for mindfulness, productivity, values, goals, habits, and more.
4. Age Requirement
tool+ is intended for users aged 16 and older. Users under 16 are not permitted to create accounts or use the service.
5. Data We Collect
5.1 Account Information
- Email address (for authentication)
- Username (chosen by user)
- Password (encrypted)
- Google profile data (if using Google Sign-In)
5.2 User-Generated Content
- Personal values, goals, and habits
- Gratitude entries and notes
- Timeline entries and mission data
- Experience points (XP) and level data
- Friend connections and social interactions
5.3 Technical Data
- Device push notification tokens
- App usage data and preferences
- Error logs and crash reports
6. How We Use Your Data
6.1 Primary Purposes
- Provide and maintain app functionality
- Authenticate users and manage accounts
- Store and sync user-generated content
- Enable social features and friend connections
- Send push notifications (if enabled)
6.2 AI-Powered Features
When you choose to use our AI-powered values analysis feature, your responses are sent to OpenAI's servers for processing. This requires your explicit consent, which can be withdrawn at any time without affecting other app functionality.
7. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
- Consent (Art. 6(1)(a)): AI features, push notifications
- Contract Performance (Art. 6(1)(b)): Account management, core app features
- Legitimate Interest (Art. 6(1)(f)): App improvement, security
8. Data Storage and Security
8.1 Storage Location
Your data is stored using Google Firebase Firestore in the europe-west3 region (Frankfurt, Germany), ensuring data remains within the European Union.
8.2 Security Measures
- Transport encryption (HTTPS/TLS)
- Firebase security rules and authentication
- Regular security updates and monitoring
- Access controls and user authentication
8.3 Data Retention
Your data is stored as long as your account exists. You can delete your account and all associated data at any time. Deleted data is immediately removed from our active systems. Firebase backup retention follows Google's standard policies.
9. Third-Party Services
9.1 Firebase (Google)
- Authentication and data storage
- Server location: europe-west3 (EU)
- Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
9.2 OpenAI
- AI-powered values analysis (with explicit consent)
- Data transmitted: User responses to values questions
- Privacy Policy: https://openai.com/privacy/
9.3 RevenueCat
- In-app purchase management
- User ID and purchase history
- Privacy Policy: https://www.revenuecat.com/privacy/
9.4 Apple/Google Payment Processing
Payment data is processed directly by Apple App Store or Google Play Store. tool+ does not store payment information or credit card details.
10. Your Rights (GDPR & Privacy Laws)
10.1 EU/EEA Users (GDPR Rights)
- Access: Request copies of your personal data
- Rectification: Correct inaccurate data
- Erasure: Delete your account and data
- Portability: Receive your data in structured format (planned feature)
- Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
- Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
- Withdraw Consent: Revoke consent for AI features
10.2 US Users
Depending on your state, you may have rights to access, delete, correct, or opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal data).
10.3 How to Exercise Rights
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at support@toolplus.app. We will respond within 30 days for GDPR requests and as required by applicable local laws.
11. Push Notifications
If you enable push notifications, we store your device's push token in our database. You can disable notifications at any time through the app settings or your device settings.
12. Social Features
Our app includes social features like friend connections and profile sharing. You control what information is visible to other users through privacy settings. Friend requests and connections are stored to enable these features.
13. Children's Privacy
tool+ is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at support@toolplus.app.
14. Data Breaches
In the event of a data breach that may affect your personal information, we will notify you via email within 72 hours and report to relevant authorities as required by law.
15. International Data Transfers
While our primary data storage is in the EU (Firebase europe-west3), some services like OpenAI operate from the United States. These transfers are based on your explicit consent and adequate safeguards.
16. Changes to This Privacy 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 updating the "Last updated" date. Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
17. Contact Information
For questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, contact us at:
Email: support@toolplus.app
Address: Rappoltsweilerstr. 2, 14169 Berlin, Germany
18. Complaints
If you believe we have not complied with data protection laws, you can file a complaint with:
Berliner Beauftragte für Datenschutz und Informationsfreiheit
Alt Moabit 59-61
10555 Berlin, Germany
Phone: +49 30 13889-0
Email: mailbox@datenschutz-berlin.de
By using tool+, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy.