Podium is a fitness and race-tracking application designed to help athletes discover races, track workouts, and view progress over time. We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you use Podium and visit our website.

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1. Information We Collect

We only collect the information necessary to operate the Podium app and deliver core features. This includes:

1.1 Personal Information

• Name

• Email address

• Profile details (such as athlete type, location, gender, etc.)

• Password or authentication data (handled through secure providers such as Firebase)

1.2 Fitness & Activity Data

If you grant permission, Podium may access:

• Workouts and activity metrics from Apple Health (and Garmin in the future)

• Distances, durations, pace, heart rate, and related activity metrics

• Race results, race history, and race registration data

1.3 Usage Metrics (Optional)

We may collect anonymized, aggregated usage metrics (e.g., number of workouts logged, monthly and yearly totals). This is strictly used to display trends and personal statistics to the user.

1.4 Device & App Data

• Device type and operating system

• App performance data and crash logs

• General analytics for improving app experience

We do not collect precise location unless you explicitly provide it in your profile (city/state).

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2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect only to operate and improve the Podium app. That includes:

• Displaying your workouts and activity metrics

• Generating your personal dashboards, streaks, mileage totals, and leaderboards

• Syncing your data across devices

• Allowing you to connect with friends and view their public race/workout data

• Improving app performance and user experience

• Authenticating your account

• Providing customer support

We do not sell, rent, or share your data with third parties for advertising or marketing.

We do not use your data for any purpose beyond what is required to operate Podium.

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3. How We Store & Protect Your Data

Your information is stored securely using industry-standard cloud services such as Firebase. We use:

• Encrypted communications (HTTPS)

• Secure authentication methods

• Access-controlled databases

• Regular security reviews

Although no method of electronic storage is 100% secure, we take all reasonable measures to protect your data.

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4. Health Data Permissions

If you choose to connect Apple Health, Podium will only read the data categories you explicitly authorize. Podium will never write or modify your Apple Health data.

For Garmin connections (if enabled in future versions), Podium may retrieve activity files and workout metrics with your permission.

You may revoke all permissions at any time through your device settings.

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5. Third-Party Services We Use

Podium uses trusted third-party services to support core functionality:

• Firebase (authentication, data storage, analytics)

• Apple HealthKit (optional activity data sync)

• Garmin Connect (planned future data sync)

These providers have their own privacy practices which comply with major privacy frameworks.

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6. Data Retention & Deletion

We retain your data for as long as you maintain an active Podium account.

You may request that your account and all associated data be deleted at any time by contacting us at:

Jared @podiumlabsllc.com

Upon request, your data will be permanently deleted from our databases within a reasonable timeframe.

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7. Children’s Privacy

Podium is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn a child has created an account, we will delete it promptly.

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8. Your Rights (GDPR & Applicable Laws)

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

• Access the data we store about you

• Correct inaccurate information

• Request deletion of your data

• Withdraw permissions

• Receive a copy of your data

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at:

Jared @podiumlabsllc.com

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9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the app implies acceptance of the updated policy.

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10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how Podium handles your data, please contact:

Email: Jared @podiumlabsllc.com