Privacy Policy

1. Overview

Welcome to Pause: Widen the Gap ("Pause", "we", "our", or "us"), available at pausegap.com. This Privacy Policy outlines our uncompromising data security standards for the Pause application and website.

2. Data Stored Exclusively on Your Device

We do not operate backend servers that store your personal data. The following records exist exclusively in your browser's private local storage:

• Habit Timestamps: Exact times and intervals between logged cigarettes.
• Urge Wave Records: Cravings successfully delayed or surfed.
• Aesthetic Settings: Custom themes (Amber Glow, Clean White, Calm Paper, etc.).
• Financial Goals: Currency, pack price, and daily cigarette targets.
• PIN Security: Optional Salted SHA-256 PIN hash.

3. Anonymous Analytics (PostHog)

To monitor app stability and crash rates across different devices, we utilize PostHog, a privacy-first analytics platform:

• We collect anonymous UI interaction metrics and error logs.
• We NEVER capture personal names, emails, GPS locations, or habit data.
• All input fields are automatically masked during session recordings.

4. Your Data Sovereignty (GDPR & CCPA)

Because all personal data resides on your own device, you maintain 100% control:

• Export: Download your entire history as a JSON or CSV spreadsheet at any time.
• Delete: Wipe all records instantly from within the app settings.

5. Medical & Health Disclaimer

6. Contact Information

If you have any questions or feedback regarding this policy, reach our team directly: