Privacy Policy for StepLock

Last Updated: June 23, 2026

Introduction

StepLock ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how information is handled when you use StepLock: Move to Unlock.

Information We Collect

StepLock is designed as a local-first, device-based app. We do not require you to create an account, and we do not operate a cloud database for your Health progress, app selections, or lock sessions.

1. Health and Movement Data

  • Health Data: With your permission, StepLock reads today's step count, Apple exercise time, and Apple stand time from Apple Health to calculate app time earned from movement.
  • Local Processing: Health data is used on your device to calculate app time. We do not upload your Health data to our servers.
  • Your Control: You can manage or revoke Health permissions at any time in iOS Settings.

2. App Blocking Selections

  • Screen Time / Family Controls: StepLock uses Apple's Screen Time, Family Controls, Managed Settings, and Device Activity frameworks so you can choose apps, categories, or websites to lock.
  • Selected Apps: Your blocked app selections are handled through Apple system frameworks and stored locally on your device or in the App Group container used by StepLock extensions.

3. Purchase Information

  • Premium Status: StepLock may use RevenueCat to manage Premium entitlement status and purchase restoration.
  • Payment Processing: Purchases are processed by Apple through the App Store. We do not receive or store your full payment card information.

4. Live Activities and App State

  • Live Activities: StepLock may show your earned app time and lock status on the Lock Screen or Dynamic Island when a lock session is active.
  • Local State: Session state needed for shields, Live Activities, and app extensions is stored locally on your device.

How We Use Information

  • To calculate app time earned from your steps, exercise time, and stand time.
  • To apply and remove local app blocking rules based on earned app time.
  • To show lock progress through Live Activities and iOS system surfaces.
  • To verify Premium access and restore eligible purchases.
  • To respond to support requests if you contact us by email.

Data Storage and Security

StepLock does not sync your Health data, blocked app selections, or lock sessions to our servers. Data needed to operate the App is stored locally on your device and may be included in device backups depending on your iOS and iCloud settings.

Purchase entitlement information may be processed by Apple and RevenueCat. Their own privacy policies may apply to the information they process.

Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We share information only as needed to operate the App:

  • Apple: For App Store purchases, Health permissions, Screen Time permissions, Family Controls, Managed Settings, Device Activity, and iOS system features.
  • RevenueCat: For purchase entitlement management and restore flows.
  • Legal Requirements: If required by law or necessary to protect rights, users, or the App.

Your Choices

  • You can manage Health permissions in iOS Settings.
  • You can manage Screen Time permissions in iOS Settings.
  • You can change or remove blocked app selections inside the App.
  • You can manage purchases and refunds through your Apple App Store account.
  • You can remove the App from your device to delete locally stored App data, subject to iOS backup behavior.

Children's Privacy

StepLock is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post the updated policy on this page and update the "Last Updated" date.

Contact

Questions about this Privacy Policy: davut.okan@gmail.com

Terms

Your use of the App is also governed by our Terms of Use.