Privacy Policy

01 / Overview

Overview

This Privacy Policy explains how CryNet ("we", "us", "our") handles information in connection with the WatchVault iOS application ("the App") and the WatchVault website at crynet.co.uk/watchvault ("the Website"). Please read this policy carefully. By using the App or Website you agree to the practices described here.

02 / Data Collected

Data We Collect

WatchVault is designed so that your collection data never leaves your control. Here is a complete list of what the App stores and where:

On your device / in your iCloud account (not on our servers):

• Watch details you enter: brand, model, serial number, movement, lug width, value, notes, tags
• Strap details you enter: name, material, colour, lug width, notes
• Photos you take or select from your photo library
• Wear session data: start times, end times, duration
• Service log entries: type, date, cost, notes, next-service-due date
• Saved strap pairings
• App preferences: appearance mode, currency, notification settings, biometric lock preference
• Backup files you export (stored wherever you choose, e.g. Files app)

On our servers:

Nothing. CryNet operates no servers that store your personal information. The App collects no analytics, no crash reports sent to us, and no usage telemetry.

03 / How We Use Your Data

How We Use Your Data

Your in-app collection data is used exclusively by the App on your device to provide the features you use. We have no access to it.

Because we operate no servers and collect no personal information, there is no data for us to analyse, share, or sell. If you choose to email us directly, we use your message only to respond to your enquiry, and we will never use your email address for marketing or share it with third parties.

04 / iCloud & CloudKit

iCloud & CloudKit

WatchVault uses Apple's CloudKit framework to sync your collection across your own Apple devices. This means your data is stored in your personal iCloud account, which is governed by Apple's iCloud Terms and Privacy Policy, and not on any CryNet server.

CryNet has no ability to access, read, or retrieve your iCloud-synced data. Apple's privacy policy applies to data stored in iCloud: apple.com/legal/privacy

iCloud sync is optional. If you prefer to keep data local-only, you can disable iCloud Drive for WatchVault in your device Settings → [Your Name] → iCloud.

05 / In-App Purchases

In-App Purchases

WatchVault offers optional tip jar in-app purchases ("Support Development") via Apple's StoreKit 2 framework. All payment processing is handled entirely by Apple. CryNet does not receive, store, or process any payment card details or financial information. Apple's payment privacy policy applies.

06 / Notifications

Notifications

WatchVault may send you local notifications (generated on your device, not sent from our servers) for:

• Rotation reminders, when a watch has not been worn for more than 30 days
• Service reminders, when a scheduled service date is approaching

These notifications are scheduled and fired entirely on your device. No notification data is sent to CryNet. You can disable notifications at any time in the App (More → Notifications) or in your device Settings.

07 / Biometric Authentication

Biometric Authentication

If you enable the optional Face ID or Touch ID lock, WatchVault uses Apple's LocalAuthentication framework. Biometric data (face geometry, fingerprint) is stored and processed entirely by iOS and is never accessible to WatchVault or CryNet. The App only receives a boolean success or failure result from the system.

08 / Third-Party Services

Third-Party Services

WatchVault uses the following Apple-provided frameworks, all subject to Apple's privacy policy:

• SwiftData and CloudKit, for local and iCloud storage
• StoreKit 2, for in-app purchases
• PhotosPicker and AVFoundation, for photo selection and camera access
• LocalAuthentication, for Face ID and Touch ID
• UserNotifications, for local notifications only
• Charts, for on-device statistics rendering
• ImageRenderer and UIGraphicsPDFRenderer, for on-device export

WatchVault contains no third-party analytics SDKs, no advertising frameworks, and no social media integrations.

09 / Your Rights

Your Rights

Under UK GDPR and applicable data protection law, you have the right to:

• Access. Request a copy of any personal data we hold about you (in practice we hold none, as your in-app data is yours and stored in your own iCloud account)
• Rectification. Request correction of inaccurate data
• Erasure. Request deletion of any personal data we hold about you
• Portability. Request any personal data we hold in a portable format
• Objection. Object to processing of your personal data
• Withdraw consent. At any time, without affecting prior processing

For your in-app collection data, you have complete control: use the built-in Backup & Export feature, the Clear All Data option, or simply delete the app. To exercise any of the rights above, contact dev@crynet.co.uk.

10 / Data Retention

Data Retention

Your in-app collection data is retained for as long as you use the App. Deleting the App removes local data. To remove iCloud data, go to Settings → [Your Name] → iCloud → Manage Storage → WatchVault, or use the Clear All Data function within the App before deletion.

11 / Children

Children

WatchVault is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us and we will promptly delete it.

12 / Changes to this Policy

Changes to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be communicated by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the App or Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

13 / Contact

Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, your data, or your rights, please contact:

We aim to respond to all privacy-related enquiries within 14 days. If you are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk.