Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

Running Momma is a training and nutrition app for runners. When you sign in with Apple or Google, the app stores the following data both locally on your device and on our secure server for cloud sync:

• Weight and unit preferences (kg/lbs)
• Temperature settings (Celsius/Fahrenheit)
• App preferences (language, time format, fueling strategy, theme)
• Running shoes (brand, model, mileage)
• Training plan selections and workout completion status
• Workout notes and training streaks

The following data is stored only on your device and is never uploaded to our server:

• Nutrition calculation history
• Run parameters (duration, course type, target pace)

We collect your name and email address only through Apple or Google sign-in for account management purposes. We do not collect location data.

Data Storage & Cloud Sync

When you sign in, your training data (preferences, shoes, training plan, workout progress, and streaks) is automatically synced to our secure server. This enables seamless access across multiple devices — sign in on a new phone and your data is there.

Cloud sync data is stored in a PostgreSQL database hosted on Railway (cloud infrastructure provider) and is encrypted in transit. Your data is tied to your authenticated account and cannot be accessed by other users.

Nutrition calculation history is stored only on your device using local storage. Uninstalling the app permanently deletes all locally-only data.

Third-Party Integrations

Running Momma offers optional integrations with third-party fitness services. These integrations are entirely opt-in and require your explicit consent before any data is shared.

Garmin Connect

When you connect your Garmin account, the app sends structured workout data (workout names, dates, intervals, and pace targets) to Garmin Connect via our secure backend server. The app also receives activity data (distance, duration, pace, heart rate) from your Garmin device after you complete a run. This data is used solely to display your workout results within the app.

Strava

When you connect your Strava account, the app receives activity data (distance, duration, pace, heart rate) from Strava to display alongside your training plan. The app does not post activities to Strava or modify your Strava data in any way.

Apple HealthKit

On iOS, the app can write structured workouts to Apple HealthKit for syncing to Apple Watch. The app does not read any health data from HealthKit.

AI Coach (Anthropic Claude)

When you enable the AI Coach feature, the app sends anonymized training data to Anthropic's Claude AI for analysis and personalized coaching. This is an opt-in feature that requires your explicit consent before activation.

Data sent to the AI:

• Training plan metadata (distance, level, phase, current week)
• Workout details (type, duration, distance, target pace)
• Activity metrics (pace, heart rate, elevation gain)
• An anonymous device-generated identifier (UUID)

Data NOT sent to the AI: your name, email, GPS tracks, location data, or any personally identifiable information.

Chat conversation history is stored on our backend server and can be deleted at any time from the app's Settings. AI-processed data is not stored by Anthropic beyond the request duration, in accordance with Anthropic's Privacy Policy.

Important: The AI Coach provides general training guidance only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for injuries or health concerns.

You can disconnect any integration at any time from the app's Settings. Disconnecting removes stored credentials and stops all data exchange with that service. Each third-party service has its own privacy policy, and we encourage you to review them. We are not responsible for the data practices of third-party services.

Backend Server

We operate a backend server hosted on Railway that provides the following services:

• Cloud Sync: Stores your training data (preferences, shoes, plan, workouts, streaks) tied to your authenticated account for cross-device sync. You can delete all synced data at any time from the app's Settings or by deleting your account.
• Authentication: Manages Apple and Google sign-in sessions. Stores your name, email, and encrypted OAuth tokens.
• Garmin Connect: Facilitates OAuth authentication and relays workout data between the app and Garmin's APIs. Stores Garmin OAuth tokens (encrypted) and activity data.
• Push Notifications: Stores your device push token and upcoming workout schedule to send workout completion notifications.

Error Monitoring

The app uses Sentry for crash reporting. Sentry collects only technical details (device type, OS version, error logs) without capturing personal, nutrition, or health information. This data is processed by Sentry (Functional Software, Inc.) under their privacy policy and is retained for 90 days.

Crash Reporting

The app uses Sentry (sentry.io) to automatically collect crash reports and error diagnostics. This helps us identify and fix bugs that affect the app's stability.

Data collected by Sentry:

• Crash and error reports (stack traces, error messages)
• Device type and OS version
• App version and build number

Data NOT collected: GPS location, health data, workout content, personal messages, browsing history, or product-usage analytics.

The app does not use advertising, ad profiling, behavioral tracking, session replay, or heatmaps. No data is sold to or shared with advertisers.

Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or share your data with third parties for marketing or advertising purposes. Cloud sync data is stored on our own server infrastructure (Railway) and is not shared with any third party. Data is only shared with third-party fitness services (Garmin, Strava) when you explicitly enable those integrations, with Anthropic for AI coaching when you enable the AI Coach feature, and with Sentry for crash reporting as described above.

Children's Privacy

Running Momma is not intended for children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are under 16, please do not use this app without parental or guardian consent.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your data:

• Access: Request a copy of data we hold about you.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your data. For local data, uninstalling the app deletes everything. For server-side data (cloud sync, Garmin tokens, AI Coach history), use the delete options in the app's Settings or contact us.
• Portability: Request your data in a portable format.
• Objection: Object to the processing of your data.
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data.

For EU/EEA residents (GDPR): The legal basis for processing your data is your consent (for third-party integrations and AI coaching) and legitimate interest (for crash reporting). You may withdraw consent at any time by disconnecting integrations or disabling the AI Coach in Settings.

For California residents (CCPA): We do not sell personal information. You have the right to know what data we collect, request deletion, and opt out of any future sale of personal information.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at the email address below.

Data Retention & Deletion

Local data is retained on your device until you uninstall the app or clear it manually from Settings. Cloud sync data is retained on our server as long as your account exists. You can delete all synced data at any time from the app's Settings. Deleting your account permanently removes all server-side data including sync data, Garmin tokens, push tokens, and AI Coach conversation history. Server-side Garmin tokens are also deleted immediately upon disconnection. Sentry crash data is retained for 90 days. AI Coach conversation history can be deleted at any time from the app's Settings. Disabling the AI Coach stops all data processing by Anthropic. To request complete deletion of any server-side data, contact us at the email address below.

International Data Transfers

Our backend server and Sentry may process data outside your country of residence. These transfers are necessary to provide the service and are protected by appropriate safeguards.

Contact

For privacy-related questions, data requests, or concerns, contact us at contact@runningmomma.com

Policy Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this page periodically. Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.