This Privacy Policy describes how BBXLabs ("we", "us", "our") handles information in connection with the Smokza mobile application ("Smokza" or the "App"), published on the Apple App Store. The short version: Smokza stores your data locally on your device, requires no account, and we never sell your data. You can optionally back up your data to your own iCloud Drive. The free version displays ads via Google AdMob; Premium removes all ads.
01About Smokza
Smokza is a personal cigarette tracking and awareness tool. It helps you log cigarettes, monitor spending, view statistics, and build awareness of your smoking habits. It is not a medical device, smoking cessation program, or health solution. Always consult a licensed healthcare professional for advice about smoking and health.
02Data we store
- Cigarette logs: the cigarettes you log, including timestamps and dates.
- App settings: language, theme, currency, daily limit, cigarette brand, pack price, and similar configuration.
- Statistics: daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly summaries derived from your logs.
All of the above is stored locally on your device using the App's local database (SwiftData, stored in a shared App Group container). It does not leave your device unless you explicitly use the export or iCloud backup feature.
03Data we do not collect
- We do not require an account, email address, or phone number to use the App.
- We do not collect your name, address, or any contact details.
- We do not read, view, or have access to the contents of your logged data.
- We do not sell, rent, or share your data with anyone.
- We do not operate our own servers to store your smoking data. The only cloud storage used is your personal iCloud Drive, and only if you explicitly enable iCloud backup (see section 5.4 below).
04Advertising (free version only)
The free version of Smokza displays ads served by Google AdMob. AdMob may collect device identifiers and usage data to serve and measure ads, subject to Google's privacy policy and Apple's App Tracking Transparency (ATT) framework.
- If you grant ATT tracking permission, AdMob may use your advertising identifier to deliver personalized ads.
- If you deny ATT permission, AdMob serves only contextual (non-personalized) ads.
- You can revoke ATT permission at any time in iOS Settings → Smokza.
- Premium users see no ads at all. Upgrading to Premium disables all advertising.
Google's privacy policy is available at policies.google.com/privacy.
05Optional integrations
5.1 Home screen widgets
Smokza's home screen widgets show your daily cigarette count and time since last cigarette directly on your device's home screen. This information is read from the App's local database and is not transmitted anywhere.
5.2 Data export (Premium)
If you use the data export feature (Premium), the App generates a CSV or PDF file on your device containing your data. You decide where to save or send that file. BBXLabs does not receive a copy.
5.3 Firebase Analytics & Crashlytics
Smokza uses Firebase Crashlytics to receive anonymous crash reports that help us fix bugs. Crashlytics collects device model, OS version, and crash stack traces — never your smoking data. Firebase may collect anonymous usage analytics. See Firebase Privacy.
5.4 iCloud backup (optional)
If you choose to use the iCloud backup feature, Smokza saves a copy of your cigarette logs as a JSON file in your own iCloud Drive container (iCloud.us.bbxlabs.smokza). This file is stored in your personal iCloud account and is governed by Apple's iCloud Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. BBXLabs does not have access to your iCloud container, does not transmit your data to our servers, and cannot read your backup files. You can delete iCloud backups at any time from within the App or by managing your iCloud storage in iOS Settings. If you do not use iCloud backup, no data is stored in the cloud.
06Purchases
In-app purchases and subscriptions are processed by Apple's StoreKit and App Store billing. BBXLabs receives only a confirmation of the transaction (such as the product ID and purchase date) for the purpose of granting the purchased entitlement. We never receive your full payment card details — those are handled exclusively by Apple.
07Permissions requested by the App
- Notifications: used to deliver reminders that you configure (optional).
- App Tracking Transparency (optional): used only to allow personalized ads in the free version via Google AdMob. Premium users are not asked.
- iCloud (optional): used only if you explicitly enable iCloud backup. Allows Smokza to save backup files to your personal iCloud Drive. No data is shared with BBXLabs.
08Children's privacy
Smokza is not directed at children under 13 (or the minimum age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
09Data retention and deletion
Because your data is stored locally on your device, it remains until you delete it within the App or until you uninstall the App. Uninstalling Smokza removes all locally stored data. If you have created iCloud backups, those remain in your iCloud Drive until you delete them from within the App or via iOS Settings → Apple ID → iCloud → Manage Storage.
10Your rights
Depending on where you live (EU/EEA, UK, California, and other jurisdictions), you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or port your personal data. Because Smokza stores data locally, you can exercise these rights directly inside the App or by uninstalling it. For any data we may hold (such as purchase confirmations or support emails), contact us at legal@bbxlabs.us.
11Security
Smokza's local-first design keeps your data on your device, which minimizes the attack surface. We do not operate servers that store your smoking data. We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect any data we do process (such as crash reports and purchase confirmations).
12International users
BBXLabs is based in Europe. When we process personal data, we do so in accordance with the GDPR.
13Changes to this Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will update the "Last updated" date above and, for material changes, we will also notify you within the App or on the App's listing page.
14Contact
Questions about this Privacy Policy? Email legal@bbxlabs.us.
See also the BBXLabs Privacy Policy for the studio and website.