Privacy Policy

Last Updated: February 9, 2026

Introduction

Welcome to FLOOIE. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how our app works. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data.

What FLOOIE Does

FLOOIE is a health awareness application that uses your device's microphone to detect coughs and sneezes in your proximity. The app analyzes the proximity of these sounds to help you assess potential exposure risks and take appropriate precautionary measures.

Information We Collect

Audio Data

• What We Collect: FLOOIE uses your device's microphone to listen for and detect coughs and sneezes only.
• What We Don't Collect: FLOOIE does not record, store, or transmit any other sounds, including conversations, music, ambient noise, or any other audio content.
• Processing: Audio processing happens locally on your device in real-time. The app only retains detection data (e.g., "cough detected at 2 meters distance") and does not store actual audio recordings.

Location Data (Optional)

• If you choose to enable location services, FLOOIE may collect approximate location data to provide context about where detections occurred.
• This feature is entirely optional and can be disabled in your device settings at any time.

Usage Data

• Detection logs (timestamp, type of detection, estimated proximity)
• App performance data (crashes, errors)
• Device type and operating system version

Account Information (If Applicable)

• Email address (if you create an account)
• User preferences and settings

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information solely to:

• Detect coughs and sneezes in your proximity
• Estimate the distance of detected coughs and sneezes from your device
• Provide you with notifications and alerts about potential exposure
• Display detection history and statistics within the app
• Improve app performance and accuracy
• Provide customer support

Data Storage and Security

• Local Storage: All audio processing occurs locally on your device. We do not upload or transmit audio data to our servers.
• Detection Data: Detection logs are stored securely on your device and, if you have an account, may be encrypted and synced to our secure servers.
• Security Measures: We implement industry-standard security measures including encryption, secure data transmission protocols, and access controls to protect your information.

Data Sharing

We do not share, sell, or rent your personal data to third parties, including marketing companies, advertisers, or data brokers.

We may only disclose your information in the following limited circumstances:

• Legal Obligations: If required by law, court order, or governmental regulation
• Safety: To protect the safety, rights, or property of FLOOIE users or the public
• Service Providers: With trusted service providers who assist in operating our app (e.g., cloud hosting), under strict confidentiality agreements that prohibit them from using your data for any other purpose

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you
• Deletion: Request deletion of your data at any time
• Correction: Update or correct your information
• Opt-Out: Disable microphone access, location services, or specific features at any time through your device settings
• Data Portability: Request your data in a portable format

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@flooie.app

Data Retention

• Detection logs are retained for 30 days by default, after which they are automatically deleted
• You can manually delete your detection history at any time within the app
• Account information is retained until you delete your account
• After account deletion, all associated data is permanently removed within 30 days

Children's Privacy

FLOOIE is not intended for use by children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete it immediately.

Microphone Access

• FLOOIE requires microphone access to function
• You can revoke microphone permissions at any time through your device settings
• The app uses audio processing algorithms designed specifically to detect cough and sneeze sound patterns only
• No audio recordings are stored or transmitted

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by:

• Posting the new Privacy Policy in the app
• Sending you an email notification (if you have an account)
• Displaying an in-app notification

Your continued use of FLOOIE after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Third-Party Services

FLOOIE may use third-party services for:

• Analytics (anonymized usage statistics only)
• Cloud infrastructure
• App performance monitoring

These services are carefully selected and contractually obligated to protect your privacy and not use your data for their own purposes.

International Data Transfers

If you are located outside the country where our servers are located, your information may be transferred to and processed in other countries. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data:

Email: privacy@flooie.app
Website: www.flooie.app/privacy
Mail: FLOOIE Privacy Team, [Address]

Your Consent

By using FLOOIE, you consent to this Privacy Policy and our collection and use of information as described herein.