Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 26, 2026

Overview

TetherBit is developed and operated by SurgeFunnels LLC. We're committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights.

By using TetherBit, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

What Data We Collect

Data Stored Locally on Your Device

All of your personal goal, habit, and routine data is stored locally on your iPhone. This includes:

  • Goals you create
  • Habits you track
  • Routines you build
  • Your streak data
  • Any notes or details you add

This data never leaves your device unless you delete the app, in which case it's permanently removed from your device.

Anonymous Usage Data (Beta Program Only)

During the beta testing period, we collect anonymous usage data to improve the app. This data is:

  • Generated daily (at midnight or when you next open the app)
  • Sent manually by you via email to TetherBit@surge-funnels.com
  • Completely anonymous—no personal information is included

The daily summary includes:

  • Anonymous device ID (hashed, not identifiable)
  • Date
  • Number of goals created
  • Number of habits completed
  • Number of routines started and completed
  • Current streak length
  • Character state (sleeping/awake/jumping)
  • Whether the app was opened that day (yes/no)

What we don't collect:

  • Your name, email, phone number, or any personal identifiers
  • The actual content of your goals, habits, or routines
  • Your location
  • Photos, contacts, or other device data

How We Use Your Data

The anonymous usage data is used solely to:

  • Understand how beta testers are using the app
  • Identify bugs and friction points
  • Improve app features and user experience
  • Track overall beta program engagement

We compile this data manually into spreadsheets for analysis. We do not sell, rent, or share this data with any third parties.

Third-Party Services

Discord (Beta Feedback)

If you choose to join our Discord community for beta feedback, you'll be subject to Discord's privacy policy. Any information you share in Discord is voluntary.

Website Analytics

Our website (tetherbit.com) uses Google Analytics 4 and may use Google Search Console to understand website traffic. These services collect standard web analytics data (page views, browser type, etc.). This data is not linked to the app or your app usage.

iOS

TetherBit is built for iOS. Standard iOS system functions (notifications, background app refresh) may be used, but no data is sent to Apple beyond what's required for the App Store.

Future Payment Processing

The beta version of TetherBit is free. In the future, we may introduce in-app purchases or subscriptions via services like Superwall. If we do, we'll update this policy and those services will have their own privacy policies regarding payment information. We will not directly handle or store your payment details.

Data Security

Your goal and habit data stays on your device, protected by iOS security features. The anonymous usage data you manually send is transmitted via email and stored securely by the developer.

While we take reasonable precautions, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Stop sending data: You can choose to stop emailing daily summaries at any time, though this may affect your beta program participation
  • Request deletion: Contact us at TetherBit@surge-funnels.com to request deletion of any data we've received from you
  • Delete local data: Simply delete the TetherBit app from your device to permanently remove all local data

Beta Program Consent

By participating in the beta program, you explicitly agree to:

  • Allow TetherBit to collect anonymous usage data as described above
  • Manually send daily summary emails to the developer
  • Understand that this data collection is required for beta participation

This consent is requested during app onboarding and must be accepted to continue with beta testing.

Children's Privacy

TetherBit beta is restricted to users 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect information from anyone under 18. If we discover we've collected data from someone under 18, we'll delete it immediately.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy as the app evolves. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of TetherBit after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

Questions about this privacy policy? Contact us:

Email: TetherBit@surge-funnels.com
Developer: SurgeFunnels LLC