1. Who We Are

Salute is a mobile application available on iOS and Android, offering personalized fitness and nutrition plans, AI-based coaching, and progress tracking. This Privacy Policy is issued by Salute, operated by TrySalute (“we”, “our”, or “us”).

Contact us at: contact@trysalute.com

2. What Data We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal data:

• Identity Information: Full name, email address.
• Demographic Data: Age, gender.
• Health and Fitness Data: Weight, height, fitness goals, nutrition preferences, allergies, logged workouts, progress stats.
• Technical Data: Device data, cookies (for future analytics use), app usage.
• Billing Information: For paid plans (processed securely by a third-party provider).

Note: Health-related data is considered sensitive under GDPR. We collect it only with your explicit consent.

3. How We Collect Your Data

We collect your personal data through:

• Joining the waitlist through the website.
• Account creation and onboarding.
• User input and activity logs (e.g., nutrition, workouts).
• App usage tracking (when analytics is enabled).
• Subscription and payment processing (via third-party providers).

4. Why We Process Your Data (Purpose and Legal Basis)

We process your data for the following purposes, based on the legal bases listed:

Note: during onboarding, you must provide explicit consent (via checkbox) to allow us to process health and personal data.

5. Marketing Communications

We may use your email address to send:

• App updates and new features.
• Personalized tips and reminders.
• Special offers and promotions.

You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the link in our emails or contacting us at contact@trysalute.com

6. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not sell or share your data with third parties for their own marketing.

• All personal data is stored locally on your device, encrypted using SQLite-Cipher.
• Data transfer is unidirectional, from server to device only.
• In the future, we may integrate analytics (e.g., Google Analytics) and use a third-party payment processor, both of which will comply with GDPR.

7. International Data Transfers

If we transfer any data outside the European Economic Area (EEA) in the future, we will ensure appropriate safeguards such as:

• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
• Data Processing Agreements (DPAs)
• Use of GDPR-compliant service providers

8. Data Security and Server Access

We are committed to protecting your data using a combination of technical and organizational safeguards.

9. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as needed for the purposes stated in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. You may request data deletion at any time by emailing contact@trysalute.com

10. Your Rights Under GDPR

If you're in the EU or UK, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Rectify inaccurate or incomplete data
• Request erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• Object to data processing
• Request data portability
• Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise your rights, email: contact@trysalute.com

11. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience, analyze app usage, and support core functionalities. Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you access our app or website.

Types of Cookies We Use:

• Essential Cookies: These are required for the app to function correctly, such as maintaining user sessions and ensuring security.
• Performance & Analytics Cookies: These help us understand how users interact with the app so we can improve its performance and user experience.
• Functionality Cookies: These remember your preferences and choices (e.g., language, interface settings) to personalize your experience.
• Marketing Cookies: With your consent, we may use these to show relevant promotions or content based on your usage behavior.

Your Choices and Control:

We will ask for your explicit consent before placing any non-essential cookies on your device. You can manage or withdraw your consent at any time through the app’s cookie settings or by contacting us.

You can also control cookies at the browser or device level by adjusting your settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the app.

For more details, or to make a cookie-related request, contact us at contact@trysalute.com

12. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be published on this page. Continued use of the app after updates means you accept the revised policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, contact us at:

TrySalute - contact@trysalute.com

Thank you for trusting Salute with your fitness journey.