Privacy Policy — OwnMyBlock

Last updated: September 9, 2026

OwnMyBlock ("we," "our," "the app") is a fitness game developed by OwnMyBlock. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have. This policy applies to the OwnMyBlock mobile app available on Google Play.

By using OwnMyBlock, you agree to the collection and use of information as described here. If you do not agree, please do not use the app.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Account Information

• Email address — used to create and log in to your account (via a one-time login code).
• Username — chosen by you during onboarding, shown to other users on the leaderboard.

1.2 Location Data

OwnMyBlock uses your device's GPS location to:

• Track the distance you walk, so we can award in-game "bricks" for real-world walking.
• Detect and prevent cheating (for example, implausible speeds or GPS jumps that don't match real walking).
• Show your walking route on a map within the app.

Location is collected both while the app is open (foreground) and while it is running in the background, so your walks are tracked even when your phone screen is off or you're using another app. You can disable background location at any time in your device's app permission settings, though this will limit the app's ability to track your walks accurately.

We do not sell your location data or share it with advertisers.

1.3 Step and Health Data

On Android, OwnMyBlock reads your step count through Google's Health Connect platform, which requires your explicit permission (including background access, so steps are counted even when the app isn't open). We use this data solely to calculate bricks earned and to estimate calories burned (using your weight, if you've provided it).

1.4 Optional Profile Information

During onboarding, you may optionally provide:

• Weight — used only to give a more personalized calorie estimate.
• Occupation — for your profile.
• City — used to show you a local leaderboard alongside the national one. City selection is mandatory for new accounts (chosen from a fixed list) but not shared publicly beyond the leaderboard grouping.

1.5 Gameplay and Usage Data

We store data related to your in-app activity, including bricks earned, tower progress, streaks, achievements unlocked, flags purchased/equipped, and leaderboard rankings.

1.6 Device Information

We may collect basic technical information (device type, OS version, app version) to help diagnose bugs and ensure the app works correctly on your device.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected to:

• Provide and operate the core app experience (tracking walks, awarding bricks, running the tower game).
• Detect and prevent cheating or abuse of the reward system.
• Show leaderboards (national and city-based).
• Personalize calorie estimates.
• Communicate with you about your account (e.g., login codes).
• Improve the app and fix bugs.
• Comply with legal obligations.

We do not use your data for third-party advertising, and we do not sell your personal data to any third party.

3. Data Sharing

We share data only with the following categories of service providers, solely to operate the app:

• Supabase — our backend database and authentication provider, which stores your account, location, and gameplay data securely.
• Google (Health Connect, Google Maps, Google Play Services) — used for step tracking, map display, and background location services, per Google's own privacy terms.

We do not share your personal data with advertisers or data brokers, and we do not sell your data.

We may disclose information if required by law, to protect our legal rights, or to prevent fraud or abuse of the platform.

4. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active, and for up to 24 months after account deletion or the end of your last activity, in order to comply with legal, security, and anti-fraud obligations. After this period, your data is permanently deleted.

5. Your Rights and Choices

• Account deletion: You can delete your account and associated data directly within the app, at any time, from the Stats/Profile screen.
• Location permission: You can revoke location access at any time via your device settings, though this will affect the app's core functionality.
• Health Connect permission: You can revoke Health Connect access at any time via your device settings.
• Access/correction: You may request a copy of your data or ask us to correct inaccurate data by contacting us (see Section 9).

If you are located in India, you have rights under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act), including the right to access, correct, and erase your personal data, and to withdraw consent at any time. Our in-app consent flow is available in both English and Hindi.

6. Children's Privacy

OwnMyBlock is not directed at children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can delete it.

7. Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including access controls on our database (Row Level Security) and secure authentication. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make material changes, we will notify you through the app or by updating the "Last updated" date above. Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, contact us at:

Email: ownmyblock@gmail.com