Privacy Policy
Last updated: 19-07-2026
Anchor is built around one principle: this is a private space. This page explains exactly what data the app collects, why, and how to remove it.
Short version: Anchor collects the minimum needed to make the app work — an anonymous account ID, your streak and check-in data, and an optional email if you choose to link one. We never sell your data, never show ads, and never share your data with advertisers or data brokers.
What we collect
- Anonymous account identifier — created automatically when you first open the app, via Firebase Authentication. No name, email, or phone number is required to use Anchor.
- Recovery data you provide — your streak start date, daily check-ins, urge/mood logs, tasks, and XP/level progress. This is stored so the app can function; it is tied only to your anonymous account ID.
- Optional email address — only if you choose to link a Google or email account, so you can recover your progress on a new device. You are never required to do this.
- Anonymous username — randomly generated, shown only on the leaderboard, never your real name or email.
- Basic technical data — crash reports and app performance data, used only to fix bugs, via Firebase Crashlytics.
What we don't collect
- We do not access your device's photos, contacts, or messages.
- We do not track your browsing or activity outside the app.
- We do not require your real name at any point.
How your data is used
Your data is used solely to run the app's features — showing your streak, syncing your progress across devices if you link an account, and displaying the anonymous leaderboard. We do not use your data for advertising, and Anchor does not display ads.
Where your data is stored
Data is stored using Google Firebase (Firestore and Authentication), a widely used cloud infrastructure provider. Data is encrypted in transit and at rest by Firebase's standard security practices.
Your rights
You can delete your account and all associated data at any time from within the app: Profile → Delete my account and data. This permanently removes your streak history, check-ins, tasks, and account from our systems. This action cannot be undone.
Third parties
Anchor uses the following third-party services, solely for core app functionality:
- Google Firebase — authentication, database, crash reporting
- DiceBear — generates your chosen avatar image; no personal data is sent to DiceBear beyond a randomly generated seed string
Children
Anchor is not directed at children and is not intended for use by anyone under 17.
Changes to this policy
If this policy changes, the "Last updated" date at the top of this page will change accordingly.
Contact
Questions about this policy or your data can be sent to: malek@webelle.ae