Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 24, 2026
Our Commitment to Your Privacy
At Smart Sober, we understand that privacy is paramount, especially when it comes to your recovery journey. We are committed to protecting your personal information and being transparent about how we collect, use, and safeguard your data.
Information We Collect
Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your email address and chosen username. We encourage the use of anonymous usernames to protect your identity.
Recovery Data: Information you choose to track, such as sobriety milestones, journal entries, and mood logs. This data is encrypted and only accessible to you.
Usage Data: Anonymous analytics about how you use the app to help us improve our services.
Communications: Messages sent through our peer support system are end-to-end encrypted.
How We Protect Your Data
Zero-Knowledge Architecture: Your personal recovery data is encrypted on your device before being stored. We cannot read your journal entries, chat messages, or personal notes.
Anonymous by Design: We never require your real name. Your recovery journey is yours alone.
No Data Sales: We will never sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
Secure Infrastructure: All data is transmitted using industry-standard TLS encryption and stored on secure, encrypted servers.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data at any time
- Export your data in a portable format
- Delete your account and all associated data
- Opt out of non-essential communications
- Request information about how your data is used
Third-Party Services
We use limited third-party services to operate Smart Sober, including cloud hosting providers and payment processors. These partners are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for the services they provide to us.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes through the app or via email. Your continued use of Smart Sober after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at [email protected].