Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how ABA Therapy Apps collects, uses, and protects your information.
Last updated: January 7, 2025
ABA Therapy Apps is committed to protecting the privacy and security of our users, especially children with autism spectrum disorder and their families. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our iPad applications and services.
Key Privacy Principles:
- • We collect minimal data necessary for app functionality
- • We never sell personal information to third parties
- • All data is encrypted and stored securely
- • You control your data and can delete it at any time
- • We comply with COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act)
Personal Information
- Account Information: Name, email address, organization (for clinic accounts)
- Payment Information: Billing address, payment method (processed securely through Apple's App Store)
- Profile Information: User preferences, app settings, accessibility needs
App Usage Data
- Visual Schedule Data: Custom images, schedules, and tasks you create
- Token Reward Progress: Reward tracking and completion data
- Audio Recordings: Custom audio prompts and instructions (stored locally on device)
- Usage Analytics: App features used, session duration, error reports (anonymized)
Device Information
- Device Data: iPad model, iOS version, app version
- Technical Data: IP address, device identifiers, crash logs
- Location Data: We do not collect location information
Important Note About Children's Data:
We comply with COPPA and do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. All therapy data and progress information is controlled by parents, guardians, or authorized therapists.
Primary Uses
- App Functionality: Provide core features like visual schedules, choice boards, and token rewards
- Personalization: Customize app experience based on user preferences and needs
- Progress Tracking: Save and sync therapy progress across devices (with your permission)
- Customer Support: Respond to support requests and troubleshoot issues
Secondary Uses
- Service Improvement: Analyze usage patterns to improve app features (anonymized data only)
- Communication: Send important updates, security notices, and optional newsletters
- Legal Compliance: Meet legal obligations and protect user safety
What We DON'T Do:
- • We never sell your personal information
- • We don't share therapy data with third parties
- • We don't use your data for advertising purposes
- • We don't track your location or browsing behavior
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:
Technical Safeguards
- • End-to-end encryption for data transmission
- • AES-256 encryption for stored data
- • Secure authentication and access controls
- • Regular security audits and updates
- • Secure cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure)
Operational Safeguards
- • Limited employee access to user data
- • Background checks for all staff
- • Regular security training programs
- • Incident response procedures
- • Data breach notification protocols
Data Breach Protocol:
In the unlikely event of a data breach, we will notify affected users within 72 hours and provide detailed information about the incident, steps taken to resolve it, and measures to prevent future breaches.
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
Access & Portability
Request a copy of all personal data we have about you in a portable format.
Correction & Updates
Update or correct any inaccurate personal information.
Deletion & Erasure
Request deletion of your account and all associated data.
Restriction & Objection
Limit how we use your data or object to certain processing activities.
How to Exercise Your Rights:
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at:
We will respond to all requests within 30 days.
Our apps integrate with the following third-party services:
Apple App Store
Handles app distribution, payments, and updates. Subject to Apple's Privacy Policy.
iCloud (Optional)
Syncs app data across devices if enabled. Subject to Apple's Privacy Policy.
Analytics Services
Anonymized usage statistics to improve app performance. No personal data shared.
ABA Therapy Apps is based in the United States. If you are accessing our services from outside the US, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States.
International Compliance:
- • GDPR compliant for EU users
- • PIPEDA compliant for Canadian users
- • Privacy Act 1988 compliant for Australian users
- • Adequate safeguards for all international transfers
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors.
How We Notify You:
- • Email notification for significant changes
- • In-app notification upon next login
- • Updated date at the top of this policy
- • 30-day notice period for material changes
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Privacy Officer
Email: privacy@abatherapyapps.com
Phone: +1 (555) 123-4567
Response Time: Within 48 hours
Mailing Address
ABA Therapy Apps
Privacy Department
123 Tech Street
San Francisco, CA 94105