BRET App Privacy Policy

Welcome to BRET — a relaxation and breathing app built with your wellbeing and privacy in mind. We are committed to keeping your personal data safe and transparent in how we handle it. This Privacy Policy explains what we collect, how we use your data, and your rights.

Table of Contents

This Privacy Policy is provided in a layered format. Each section includes a brief summary, but we encourage you to read the full details to understand how we protect your information.

1. Collection of Personal Information
2. Use of Personal Information
3. Sharing of Personal Information
4. Data Security and Retention
5. Your Privacy Rights
6. Children’s Privacy
7. Cookies and Tracking
8. Changes to This Policy
9. Contact Us
10. Supplemental Notices

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1. Collection of Personal Information

We collect the following types of personal information when you use the BRET App:

• Information you provide: Name, email address, password, account settings, emotional state, mental health inputs (e.g., mood tracking), survey responses, or feedback.
• Usage data: Device type, session duration, app features used, crash logs, and interactions — collected automatically and anonymously.
• Payment info (if applicable): Billing address and anonymized payment details handled by our secure third-party processor.
• Third-party data: If you sign in via Google, Apple, or similar services, we may receive profile info (e.g., name, email).
• Optional demographics: Age, gender, job type.

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2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

• Provide core app features (e.g., breathing exercises, progress tracking)
• Personalize your experience
• Respond to your inquiries and provide support
• Develop new features and improve performance
• Comply with legal requirements

If you opt in, we may also send updates, wellness tips, or app-related news via email or push notifications.

⚠️ We do not use your personal data for third-party advertising.

If in the future we decide to use your data for marketing purposes (such as sending you personalized offers or product updates), we will do so only after obtaining your explicit consent. You will always have the option to opt out.

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3. Sharing of Personal Information

We never sell your personal information. However, we may share it with:

• Service providers (e.g., cloud hosting, analytics, payment processors) under strict confidentiality agreements
• Third-party integrations (e.g., Apple Health) — only if you enable them
• Legal or regulatory bodies, if required by law or court order
• Business transfers, in the case of a merger or acquisition (with prior notice)

All partners and providers are contractually bound to protect your data.

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4. Data Security & Retention

We take your privacy seriously. BRET uses industry-standard encryption and access controls to protect your data.

While no system is 100% secure, we actively monitor and upgrade our defenses.

• Data is retained as long as your account is active or as required by law.
• You can request deletion at any time.

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5. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access or download your data
• Correct or update your information
• Request data deletion
• Restrict or object to certain data uses
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority

To exercise your rights, contact us at info@emtalk.org.

We will respond within a reasonable timeframe.

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6. Children’s Privacy

BRET is intended for adult users only and not for individuals under the age of 18.

• We do not knowingly collect or store data from minors.
• If we become aware that a minor has provided personal data, we will delete it immediately.
• If you believe a minor has shared information with us, please contact info@emtalk.org.

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7. Cookies & Tracking

We may use cookies or similar technologies in the app to understand usage patterns, improve performance, and ensure secure access. These are never used for third-party advertising. You can disable cookies in your device settings.

We may also occasionally display in-app messages or call-to-action (CTA) prompts (for example, inviting you to subscribe to updates or try new features). These messages are part of the app experience and are not based on the use of your personal data, unless you provide explicit consent.

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8. Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy is effective as of the date posted at the top.

We may update it from time to time to reflect:

• Service changes
• Legal or regulatory requirements
• Clarifications and improvements

Material changes will be communicated via the app, email, or another appropriate channel.

Minor updates will simply be reflected in the latest version of this document.

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9. Contact Us

If you have any questions, feedback, or concerns about this Privacy Policy, or if you wish to exercise your privacy rights, you may contact us at:

📩 info@emtalk.org

We are committed to reviewing and addressing privacy-related requests in a timely and transparent manner.

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10. Supplemental Notices

BRET App is available to users worldwide. Your personal data may be stored and processed in Kazakhstan or other countries where we or our service providers are located.

By using the BRET App, you acknowledge and agree that your data may be transferred to jurisdictions that may have different data protection standards than your country of residence. When we transfer personal data internationally, we implement appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), to ensure your information remains protected.

Depending on where you live, you may have additional privacy rights under your local laws. These include:

European Union & UK (GDPR / UK GDPR)

You have the right to:

• Access, correct, delete, and restrict the processing of your personal data
• Object to processing
• Request data portability
• Withdraw consent at any time

If you believe your rights are not being upheld, you may file a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority.

Canada (PIPEDA)

If you are a resident of Canada, we process your data in accordance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

You have the right to:

• Understand why and how your personal information is collected and used
• Access and correct your personal data
• Withdraw consent at any time (subject to legal or contractual limits)
• Challenge the accuracy of your information
• File a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC)

We take additional safeguards when transferring your information outside Canada to ensure its ongoing protection.

California (CCPA / CPRA)

Residents of California have the right to:

• Know what personal data we collect and how it is used
• Request deletion of their personal data
• Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal data
• Request correction or limit use of sensitive personal information
• Not be discriminated against for exercising these rights

Other U.S. States (e.g., Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah)

Depending on your state’s law, you may have additional rights, including:

• Access
• Correction
• Deletion
• Opting out of targeted advertising, profiling, or data sales

Other Regions

We comply with relevant privacy laws in other jurisdictions where the app is offered.

If you reside in a country or region not listed above and have privacy questions, contact us at:

📩 info@emtalk.org

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