Privacy Policy
Last Updated: October 24, 2025
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Data You Create
When you use BookPace, the following data is stored locally on your device:
- Books you add (title, author, cover image)
- Reading sessions (start time, duration, book association)
- Reading statistics and metrics
- NFC tag configurations (tag identifiers, book associations)
- App settings and preferences
- Premium subscription status
1.2 Data We Don't Collect
BookPace does NOT collect:
- Personal identification information (name, email, phone number)
- Location data
- Browsing history or website data
- Contact information
- Analytics or usage tracking data
- Advertising identifiers
2. How We Use Your Information
All data created in BookPace is used solely to:
- Display your reading statistics and history
- Provide timer and tracking functionality
- Enable NFC tag recognition for your books
- Sync your data across your devices via iCloud (if enabled)
- Show widgets and Live Activities
Your data is never transmitted to our servers, analyzed for marketing purposes, or shared with third parties.
3. iCloud Synchronization
If you enable iCloud sync, your BookPace data is stored in your private iCloud account:
- Data is encrypted in transit and at rest using Apple's encryption
- Data is synced only to devices signed into your iCloud account
- We do not have access to your iCloud data
- You can disable iCloud sync at any time in the app settings
- iCloud data storage is subject to Apple's iCloud Terms of Service and Privacy Policy
4. Third-Party Services
4.1 Apple Services
BookPace uses the following Apple services:
- StoreKit: For processing in-app purchases and subscriptions. Apple handles all payment information.
- CloudKit: For optional iCloud synchronization. Data is stored in your private iCloud container.
- Core NFC: For reading NFC tags. Tag data is processed locally on your device.
These services are subject to Apple's Privacy Policy: https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy/
4.2 No Third-Party Analytics
BookPace does not use any third-party analytics, advertising, or tracking services. We don't know how you use the app unless you choose to contact us directly.
4.3 Online Book Search (Google Books API)
When you use the in-app book search, your search queries are sent directly from your device to the Google Books API. Google may receive standard technical information (for example, IP address and user agent) necessary to serve results. We do not send your reading data or any personal identifiers with these requests. Google’s privacy policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy.
5. Data Storage and Security
- All data is stored locally on your device using secure SQLite databases
- Your device's built-in security features protect your data
- If you use iCloud sync, data is protected by Apple's encryption standards
- We do not transmit your data over the internet to our own servers
6. NFC Tag Data
When you use NFC features:
- NFC tag identifiers are stored locally on your device
- Tag data is only used to recognize your books and trigger timers
- No NFC data is transmitted to external servers
- You can delete NFC tag configurations at any time
7. Children's Privacy
BookPace does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. The app is designed for general audiences. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us.
8. Your Data Rights
You have complete control over your data:
- Access: View all your data within the app
- Export: Your data is stored in standard SQLite format on your device
- Delete: Delete individual reading sessions, books, or all data through app settings
- Portability: Access your database file directly via iTunes File Sharing or iCloud Drive (if enabled)
9. Data Retention
Your data remains on your device until you:
- Manually delete specific items or all data
- Uninstall the app
- Delete the app data from your device settings
If you use iCloud sync, data remains in your iCloud account until you delete it or disable iCloud sync for BookPace.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:
- Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- Posting the new policy on this page
- Showing an in-app notification for material changes
Your continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
11. International Users
BookPace is available worldwide. Since all data is stored locally on your device or in your private iCloud account, no cross-border data transfers occur to our servers.
App Permissions
- Camera: Scan ISBN barcodes and capture note photos; images stay on your device unless you export or share them.
- Photo Library: Import a cover or note photo you select; media is stored locally in the app sandbox.
- NFC: Read NFC tag identifiers to start/stop reading timers; identifiers remain on your device.
- Screen Time API: Enable distraction blocking on your device; the app does not receive your detailed app usage data.
- Live Activities & Widgets: Display your reading timer and status on the Lock Screen/Home Screen; no data leaves your device.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how BookPace handles your data, contact us at contact@bookpace.app.
13. California Privacy Rights
California residents: BookPace does not sell personal information and does not collect personal information as defined by the CCPA, as all data is stored locally on your device.
14. GDPR Compliance
For users in the European Union: Since BookPace does not collect or process personal data on our servers, GDPR obligations related to data processing do not apply to our operations. Your data remains under your control on your device and in your iCloud account.