Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how Parts: An IFS Companion ("the App," "we," "us") collects, uses, and protects information when you use our mobile application. Please read it carefully. By downloading or using the App, you agree to the terms described below.

1. Nature of This App

Parts: An IFS Companion is a personal self-reflection tool inspired by Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy concepts developed by Dr. Richard Schwartz. It is designed for individual use as a wellness and self-exploration aid.

This App is not a clinical service, a therapy platform, or a covered entity under HIPAA. It does not create a therapist-client relationship. It does not store, transmit, or process Protected Health Information (PHI) as defined by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). No licensed professional is monitoring your use of this App.

If you are a licensed mental health professional recommending this App to clients, please make clear to those clients that their use of the App is independent of your clinical relationship and is governed solely by this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

Information stored locally on your device only

The following data is created by you and stored exclusively on your device using Apple's on-device storage technology. It never leaves your device and we have no ability to access it:

• Your first name (entered voluntarily during onboarding)
• Parts you select and their assigned intensity levels
• Written responses to reflection prompts
• Journal entries
• Daily mood check-in scores
• Session history and streak counts
• Earned badges and progress markers
• Custom parts you create
• Part profiles built from your session patterns over time
• Map positions you set for your parts

Information sent to third-party AI services

Certain features of the App generate content using artificial intelligence. When you use the "What the research says" feature or receive AI-generated reflections during a session, the following limited information is transmitted to Anthropic, PBC:

• The label of the part you are exploring (e.g., "Anxiety," "Inner Critic") — a generic category name, not personal information
• The prompt text displayed in the App at the time of the request

We never transmit: your name, your journal entries, your written reflections, your session history, your mood scores, or any other personal content you have entered.

Anthropic's handling of API data is governed by their privacy policy, available at anthropic.com/privacy. We encourage you to review it.

3. Information We Do Not Collect

We want to be explicit. The following data is never collected by this App:

• Your full name, email address, phone number, or any contact information
• Your location
• Device identifiers, advertising IDs, or fingerprinting data
• Browsing history or behavior outside the App
• Health records or clinical data
• Payment information of any kind
• Photos, microphone input, or camera data
• Contacts or calendar information

4. How We Use Information

The data stored locally on your device is used solely to provide the App's features — maintaining your session history, calculating your streak, displaying your progress, and personalizing your experience within the App. We do not use your data for advertising, profiling, research, or any purpose beyond operating the App for your personal use.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, license, or share your personal data with any third parties for commercial purposes. Because your personal data is stored only on your device and not on our servers, we have no personal data to share.

The only third-party service that receives any data from the App is Anthropic's API (see Section 2 above), and only the limited, non-personal information described there.

Legal requirements

Because we do not collect or store your personal data on any server, we are not in a position to comply with subpoenas, court orders, or government requests for user data — there is no user data in our possession to produce. Your reflections live only on your device.

6. Data Security

Your data is protected by your device's built-in security features, including device passcode, Face ID, and Touch ID where enabled. We strongly encourage you to use these features to protect your device.

If you lose your device or it is stolen, your data may be accessible to whoever gains access to your device. We recommend enabling device encryption and remote wipe capabilities through Apple's iCloud settings.

Transmissions to Anthropic's API are made over encrypted HTTPS connections.

7. Data Retention and Deletion

Your data persists on your device for as long as the App is installed. You can delete all of your data at any time by uninstalling the App from your device. Uninstalling the App permanently removes all locally stored data.

Because we do not store your data on external servers, there is no additional deletion request required — uninstalling the App is complete and final.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights regarding your personal data including the right to access, correct, or delete it. Because all personal data is stored locally on your device and is fully under your control, you can exercise these rights directly:

• Access: Your data is visible within the App at all times
• Correction: You can edit your name and session information within the App
• Deletion: Uninstall the App to permanently delete all data
• Portability: Data is stored in Apple's standard on-device storage format

California residents (CCPA) and European Economic Area residents (GDPR) should note that because we do not collect or process personal data outside of your device, most obligations under these frameworks do not apply. However, we are committed to the spirit of these laws and to your right to privacy.

9. Children's Privacy

This App is intended for users aged 17 and older. It is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided information through this App, please contact us and we will take appropriate steps.

10. Mental Health and Crisis Resources

Parts: An IFS Companion is a self-reflection and wellness tool. It is not a crisis service and is not monitored. If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health emergency or crisis, please contact:

• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 (US)
• Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
• Emergency services: Call 911 or your local emergency number
• Your licensed therapist or mental health provider

11. Third-Party Links and Services

The App does not contain links to third-party websites or integrate with third-party services beyond Anthropic's API as described in Section 2. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of any third-party services.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. For material changes, we will make reasonable efforts to notify users through the App. Your continued use of the App after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

13. Contact

If you have questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or the App's data practices, please contact us at:

richie.leatherwood@gmail.com

We will respond to all inquiries within 30 days.