Privacy Policy
Last updated: July 19, 2025
Overview
LittleHood ("we", "our", or "the app") is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we handle your information in compliance with GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) and applicable data protection laws.
Information We Do NOT Collect
LittleHood does not collect, store, or transmit any personal information to external servers. We have:
- No user accounts
- No analytics or tracking
- No advertisements
- No external data collection
- No cookies or similar technologies
Information Stored Locally
The following information is stored exclusively on your device:
- Your name and profile photo (optional)
- Training sessions and scores
- Equipment configurations
- Location data (only if you enable location services)
- Weather conditions (retrieved via Apple Weather)
Legal Basis for Processing
Under GDPR Article 6, the legal basis for processing your data is:
- Consent: You explicitly consent to data processing when you enter information or enable features
- Legitimate Interest: Processing is necessary for the app's core functionality
Location Services
LittleHood uses location services to:
- Record the location of your training sessions
- Provide accurate weather data for your training location
- Display training locations on maps within the app
Important: Location tracking is completely optional. You can:
- Deny location permissions when prompted
- Disable location services anytime in iOS Settings
- Use the app fully without location features
Location data is stored only on your device and in your personal iCloud account if sync is enabled.
Third-Party Services
Apple Weather
LittleHood integrates with Apple Weather (WeatherKit) to provide weather conditions during your training sessions. When you use this feature:
- Your location is sent to Apple's servers to retrieve weather data
- Apple processes this request according to their Privacy Policy
- We do not have access to any data Apple collects
- Weather data is stored locally on your device
For more information, see Apple's Privacy Policy
iCloud Sync
If you enable iCloud sync:
- Your data syncs between your own devices using Apple's CloudKit
- Data is encrypted in transit and at rest
- Only you can access your iCloud data
- We have no access to your iCloud account or data
Data Storage and Security
Your data is protected through:
- iOS device encryption
- Secure iCloud encryption (if enabled)
- No external server communication
- Local-only data processing
Your Rights Under GDPR
You have the following rights regarding your data:
Right | How to Exercise |
---|---|
Access | View all your data directly in the app |
Rectification | Edit or update your data anytime in the app |
Erasure | Delete individual records or remove the app entirely |
Portability | Export your data using the app's export feature |
Restriction | Disable features like location or weather tracking |
Objection | Opt out of any feature at any time |
Data Retention
Your data is retained:
- As long as the app is installed on your device
- In iCloud if sync is enabled (until you delete it)
- You can delete all data by removing the app
International Data Transfers
When using Apple Weather:
- Location data may be processed by Apple servers globally
- Apple ensures appropriate safeguards for international transfers
- All other data remains on your device or in your iCloud account
Children's Privacy
LittleHood is rated 4+ and does not knowingly collect any information from children. The app functions the same for all users regardless of age.
Data Protection Officer
For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, contact:
Sven Bergendahl
Email: hello@littlehood.link
Address: Händelstr. 2, 32657 Lemgo, Germany
Supervisory Authority
You have the right to lodge a complaint with a data protection supervisory authority. In Germany, this is:
Die Bundesbeauftragte für den Datenschutz und die Informationsfreiheit
Graurheindorfer Str. 153
53117 Bonn
Germany
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Changes will be reflected in app updates, and we will update the "Last updated" date above.
Contact
For privacy-related questions or to exercise your data protection rights, please contact us via email at:
hello@littlehood.link
For feature requests, bug reports, or general issues with the app, please visit:
https://github.com/bergsv/littlehood_public/issues
© 2025 Sven Bergendahl