Privacy Policy for Alcura

Last Updated: August 2025

Introduction

Your privacy is critically important to us. Alcura is designed with privacy as a fundamental principle. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle your information when you use our alcohol tracking app.

Our Core Privacy Principles

  1. Your data stays yours - We don't have access to your health data
  2. No tracking - We don't track your usage or behavior
  3. No ads - We don't show advertisements or sell data to advertisers
  4. Local first - Data is stored on your device by default
  5. Optional sync - Cloud features are entirely optional

Information We DON'T Collect

Alcura does NOT:

  • Collect personal information
  • Store or track your location
  • Access your contacts
  • Monitor your app usage
  • Send your health data to any servers
  • Use analytics or tracking tools
  • Share data with third parties
  • Display advertisements

Data Storage and Processing

Local Storage

  • All headache entries are stored locally on your device
  • Data is stored using Apple's Core Data framework
  • Data remains on your device unless you explicitly enable iCloud sync
  • Deleting the app removes all locally stored data

Optional iCloud Sync

If you choose to enable iCloud sync:

  • Data is stored in YOUR personal iCloud account
  • Synchronization occurs through Apple's CloudKit framework
  • We cannot access your iCloud data
  • Data is encrypted in transit and at rest by Apple
  • You can disable sync at any time in Settings

Data You Create

Alcohol Session Entries Include:

  • Date and time of sessions
  • Alcohol type and quantity consumed
  • Session duration and patterns
  • Naltrexone and other medications taken
  • Personal notes and observations

Data Control

You can:

  • View all your data within the app
  • Export data as JSON or PDF (PDF export requires Alcura Plus)
  • Delete all data at once
  • Disable cloud sync anytime

Data Sharing

You Control Sharing

  • Export features let YOU share data with healthcare providers
  • PDF reports can be generated for medical consultations
  • No automatic sharing occurs

No Third-Party Access

  • We don't sell, trade, or transfer your data
  • No analytics companies have access
  • No advertising networks are used
  • No social media integration

Children's Privacy

  • The app has an age rating of 18+ in most countries
  • The app does not knowingly collect data from children under 13 (or 16 in EU)
  • The app is intended for users who can provide informed consent
  • Parents/guardians should supervise minors' use
  • If we learn we have collected data from a child, we will delete it

Cookies and Web Analytics

On our website (alcura.app):

  • We do not use cookies or tracking technologies
  • We do not use Google Analytics or similar services
  • We do not collect visitor data
  • The website is purely informational

Data Retention

  • App data: Retained until you delete it
  • iCloud data: Follows Apple's retention policies
  • We do not have access to set retention periods as we don't store your data
  • Deleted data cannot be recovered by us

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your data (through the app)
  • Correct your data (by editing entries)
  • Delete your data (all at once)
  • Export your data (multiple formats available)
  • Disable cloud features
  • Uninstall the app and remove all local data

European Users (GDPR)

For users in the European Union:

  • Legal basis: Consent (you choose to use the app)
  • Data controller: You (the user)
  • Data processor: None (if cloud sync is disabled)
  • Right to portability: Export features provided
  • Right to erasure: Delete options in Settings
  • No automated decision-making or profiling

Data Protection Officer

For privacy-related questions, you can contact us at:

  • Company: Iterica B.V.
  • Email: support@alcura.app

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data on the following legal grounds:

  • Consent: You explicitly choose to use the app and its features
  • Legitimate Interest: To provide and improve the app functionality
  • Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

Data Breach Notification

In the unlikely event of a data breach:

  • Local data: We cannot detect breaches of data stored only on your device
  • iCloud data: Apple is responsible for notifying users of iCloud breaches
  • We will notify users via app update if we become aware of any security issues

Complaints

If you have concerns about how your data is handled:

  • Contact us first at support@alcura.app
  • You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority
  • Netherlands residents can contact the Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens (Dutch DPA)
  • EU residents can contact their national data protection authority

Summary

We don't want your data. We can't see your data. Your data stays on your device or in your personal iCloud account. You have complete control.

By using Alcura, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.