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Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 4, 2026

1. Introduction

At Ballast, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our Service.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

  • Account Information: When you sign up, we collect your email address and basic profile information from your Google account.
  • Usage Data: We collect aggregated daily screen time data to display in your dashboard. This includes the total time spent on adult content websites, stored as daily totals only.
  • Payment Information: Payment processing is handled securely by Stripe. We do not store your credit card details.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and maintain the Service
  • Display your personal usage statistics in your dashboard
  • Process payments and manage your account
  • Send important service-related communications
  • Improve and develop new features

4. Data Storage and Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share data only in the following circumstances:

  • With service providers who assist in operating our Service (e.g., Stripe for payments)
  • If required by law or to protect our rights
  • With your explicit consent

6. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active. If you delete your account, all your personal data and usage history will be permanently deleted from our servers.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data through your dashboard
  • Delete your account and all associated data at any time
  • Request a copy of your data
  • Opt out of non-essential communications

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use essential cookies to maintain your login session and provide the Service. We do not use tracking cookies or third-party analytics that follow you across the web.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

10. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at tryballast@gmail.com.