Privacy Policy

FWRD ("we," "our," "us," or "the App") is a digital wellness application developed to help users reduce phone addiction and reclaim focus by blocking distracting applications. This Privacy Policy describes how FWRD handles your information when you download, install, and use our app. By using FWRD, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

Information You Provide

• Account preferences and app blocking configurations you set within the app
• Wellness check-in responses (mood, focus, and screen time self-assessments)
• Notification preferences

Information Collected Automatically

• Device type and iOS version (for compatibility purposes, stored locally only)
• App session data such as when the app is opened or closed (stored locally only)
• Wellness scores generated from your daily check-ins (stored locally only)

Information We Do NOT Collect

• We do not collect your name, email address, or any personally identifiable information unless you voluntarily provide it
• We do not collect or transmit Screen Time data, app usage data, or Family Controls data to any external server
• We do not access your contacts, camera, microphone, location, or photos
• We do not collect payment information

FWRD uses Apple's Family Controls framework and Screen Time API to enable app blocking features. Specifically:

• We use FamilyControls to request user authorization to manage app and website activity
• We use ManagedSettings to apply app restrictions as configured by the user
• We use DeviceActivity to schedule and manage blocking sessions

All data processed through these APIs remains entirely on your device. No Screen Time data, app selection data, or restriction configurations are transmitted to FWRD servers or any third party. Apple's Screen Time API requires explicit user authorization before any restrictions are applied, and you may revoke this authorization at any time through your device's Screen Time settings.

We use the information described above solely to:

• Provide and improve the core app-blocking and wellness features of FWRD
• Generate your local wellness score based on your check-in responses
• Send you local push notifications related to your blocking sessions or wellness reminders (if enabled)
• Diagnose crashes and technical issues to improve app stability

All user data is stored locally on your device using Apple's secure on-device storage. We do not operate servers that store personal user data. Where cloud sync is used in future versions (e.g., iCloud), it will be governed by Apple's iCloud privacy practices, and you will be notified of any such changes before they take effect.

We implement industry-standard security practices within the app, including following Apple's App Transport Security (ATS) guidelines for any network requests.

We do not sell, rent, trade, or otherwise share your personal information with third parties. FWRD does not integrate any third-party advertising SDKs, analytics platforms, or data brokers.

We may share information only in the following limited circumstances:

• Legal compliance: If required by law, subpoena, or other legal process
• Safety: To protect the rights, property, or safety of FWRD, our users, or the public

FWRD is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will promptly delete it.

You have full control over your data:

• Access & Deletion: Since all data is stored locally on your device, you can delete it at any time by uninstalling the app
• Screen Time Authorization: You may revoke FWRD's Screen Time permissions at any time via Settings → Screen Time on your device
• Notifications: You may disable push notifications at any time via Settings → Notifications → FWRD

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. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of FWRD after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

FWRD Email: info@unit203.com