Privacy Policy for Built
Effective Date: October 14, 2025
Last Updated: October 14, 2025
Version: 3.0
Introduction
Built ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application Built (the "App").
Contact Information:
App Developer: Built Team
Email: builtfitnessapp@gmail.com
Information We Collect
Information You Provide Directly
- Email Address: Required for account creation and authentication
- Profile Information: Display name, username, bio, and profile/avatar pictures
- Workout Data: Exercise routines, sets, reps, weights, and detailed workout history
- User-Generated Content: Custom exercises, workout notes, and exercise modifications
- Social Content: Workout posts, photos, captions, comments, and reactions
- Social Interactions: Following/follower relationships, likes, and user engagement data
- Media Uploads: Photos and images you upload for posts and profile pictures
Premium Subscription Data
Subscription Information
What We Collect: Subscription status, subscription start and expiration dates, trial period status, and Apple transaction identifiers
Purpose: To provide premium features and manage your subscription
Processing: Subscription transactions are processed by Apple through the App Store
User Control: Manage your subscription anytime in iOS Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions
- Subscription Status: Whether you have an active premium subscription
- Trial Information: Whether you're in the 7-day free trial period
- Transaction Data: Apple transaction IDs for subscription verification (no payment details)
- Subscription Dates: Start date, expiration date, and renewal information
- Feature Usage: Which premium features you use to improve the app
AI and Machine Learning Data
AI Coaching and Analytics
Workout Patterns: Analysis of your exercise routines, rest periods, and progression trends
Performance Metrics: Strength development, volume tracking, and recovery patterns
Preference Data: Exercise preferences, goal setting, and workout customization choices
Privacy Protection: AI processing uses anonymized, aggregated data for training improvements
Premium Features: Advanced AI coaching features are available with premium subscription
Information Collected Automatically
- Usage Analytics: App features used, session duration, and interaction patterns
- Social Analytics: Post engagement, social feed interactions, and community participation
- Device Information: Device type, operating system version, and app version
- Performance Data: Crash reports and error logs to improve app stability
- Authentication Data: Login sessions and security tokens (managed by Supabase)
- Push Notification Data: Device tokens and notification delivery status
- Premium Feature Analytics: Usage patterns of premium features to improve functionality
Information We Do NOT Collect
- Health Data: We do not access HealthKit or any health metrics (heart rate, steps, etc.)
- Location Data: We do not track your geographic location
- Contacts: We do not access your device contacts
- Payment Information: Payment processing is handled entirely by Apple; we never see your credit card or payment details
- Personal Identifiers: We don't collect social security numbers, government IDs, or financial information
How We Use Your Information
Primary Uses
- Account Management: Creating and maintaining your user account
- App Functionality: Providing workout logging, history, and progress tracking
- Social Features: Enabling workout sharing, following/followers, and community interactions
- Premium Features: Providing access to premium features for subscribers
- Data Synchronization: Syncing your workouts and social content across your devices
- Customer Support: Responding to your questions and technical issues
- App Improvement: Analyzing usage patterns to enhance features and performance
- Subscription Management: Managing your premium subscription and trial period
Premium Features
- Anatomy-Based Exercise Picker: Interactive muscle-based exercise selection
- Exercise Library Deep-Dive: Comprehensive exercise information by muscle group
- Advanced Workout Planning: Smart workout scheduling and planning tools
- AI Coach Chat: Personalized AI-powered coaching and advice
- Recovery-Based Suggestions: AI-generated workout plans based on muscle recovery
- Live Recovery Tracking: Real-time muscle recovery monitoring
- Advanced Analytics: Detailed progress insights and performance metrics
AI Coach Features
- Workout Recommendations: Using your workout history to provide personalized suggestions
- Exercise Database: Helping you discover new exercises based on your preferences
- Progress Insights: Analyzing your data to show trends and achievements
- Recovery Analysis: Monitoring workout intensity and suggesting rest periods
- Form Guidance: Providing tips and recommendations for proper exercise technique
Social Features
- Profile Display: Showing your profile to other users
- Social Feed: Displaying your posts to followers and in the community feed
- Engagement Tracking: Recording likes, comments, and social interactions
- Content Discovery: Helping users find relevant content and other users to follow
- Community Building: Fostering connections between users with similar fitness goals
Data Sharing and Disclosure
Social Data Sharing
Public Posts: When you share a workout post publicly, it's visible to all Built users in the community feed.
Profile Information: Your username, display name, bio, and avatar are visible to other users.
Follower Activity: Users who follow you can see your public posts in their feed.
Engagement Data: Your likes and comments on posts are visible to other users.
Third-Party Services
We use the following trusted service providers:
- Supabase: Database hosting and user authentication
- SendGrid: Email delivery for password resets and account notifications
- OpenAI: AI-powered workout recommendations (anonymized data only, premium feature)
- Apple: App distribution, in-app purchases, and subscription management
Subscription Data Sharing
- Apple App Store: Subscription purchases and management are processed by Apple
- Transaction Verification: We verify your subscription status with Apple to provide premium features
- No Payment Details: We never receive or store your payment information
- Subscription Privacy: Your subscription status is private and not visible to other users
What We Never Share
- Sell Your Data: We never sell personal information to third parties
- Marketing Purposes: We don't share data for advertising without explicit consent
- Unauthorized Access: We don't provide access to unauthorized parties
- Payment Information: We never have access to your payment details
Your Privacy Rights
Subscription Rights
- Manage Subscription: Control your subscription in iOS Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions
- Cancel Anytime: Cancel your subscription at any time before renewal
- Trial Period: Cancel during the 7-day free trial without being charged
- Data Retention: Your workout data remains even if you cancel your subscription
- Feature Access: Premium features become unavailable after subscription ends
General Privacy Rights
- View Data: See all personal data we have about you in the app
- Update Information: Edit your profile and workout data anytime
- Download Data: Export your workout history and social content
- Delete Account: Permanently remove your account and all associated data
- Content Control: Edit or delete your posts, comments, and social interactions
Exercising Your Rights
To exercise any of these rights:
- Use privacy controls in the app settings
- Manage subscription in iOS Settings
- Email us at builtfitnessapp@gmail.com for complex requests
- We'll respond within 30 days
Children's Privacy
Age Restriction: Built is intended for users 13 years and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
Parental Notice: If you're a parent and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at builtfitnessapp@gmail.com.
Teen Safety: For users 13-17, we recommend parental guidance when using social features and making in-app purchases.
Data Security
- Encryption: All data is encrypted in transit and at rest using industry-standard protocols
- Authentication: Secure login with email verification and session management
- Access Controls: Row-level security ensures you only see your own data
- Subscription Security: Subscription verification uses Apple's secure StoreKit 2 framework
- Regular Backups: Your data is regularly backed up and protected against loss
- Incident Response: We have procedures for handling any security incidents
Data Retention
- Active Accounts: Data retained while your account is active
- Deleted Accounts: Most data deleted within 30 days of account deletion
- Subscription Data: Subscription history retained for legal and tax compliance
- Legal Requirements: Some data may be retained longer for legal compliance
- Analytics: Aggregated, anonymized analytics may be retained indefinitely
In-App Purchases and Subscriptions
Premium Subscription Details
- Subscription Options:
- Annual: $59.99/year with 7-day free trial
- Monthly: $9.99/month (no trial)
- Free Trial: 7-day free trial available for annual subscription
- Payment Processing: All payments processed securely by Apple
- Auto-Renewal: Subscription automatically renews unless cancelled
- Cancellation: Cancel anytime in iOS Settings; no refunds for partial periods
- Trial Cancellation: Cancel during trial period to avoid charges
- Privacy: We only receive subscription status, not payment details
Subscription Data Usage
- Feature Access: Determining which features you can access
- Trial Management: Tracking trial period eligibility and status
- Customer Support: Helping resolve subscription-related issues
- Analytics: Understanding feature usage to improve premium offerings
- Compliance: Meeting legal and tax requirements
International Transfers
Your data may be processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers, including:
- Adequacy Decisions: Transfers to countries with adequate data protection
- Standard Contractual Clauses: Legal protections for data transfers
- Data Processing Agreements: Contracts with service providers ensuring data protection
Updates to This Policy
- Notification: We'll notify you of material changes via email or app notification
- Review Period: You'll have 30 days to review changes before they take effect
- Continued Use: Using the app after changes indicates acceptance
- Objection: If you disagree with changes, you can delete your account
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