The short version. SoMana is built on a privacy-first model. Your health data, reflections, and pattern history live on your iPhone via Apple Health and Apple's secure storage. We don't sell, rent, or share your personal data. We don't use your data for advertising.

Data SoMana reads

With your explicit HealthKit permission, SoMana reads the following from Apple Health:

  • Heart rate variability (HRV / SDNN)
  • Resting heart rate
  • Sleep analysis
  • Respiratory rate

You control this access at any time in iOS Settings → Privacy & Security → Health → SoMana.

Data SoMana stores

The following stays on your device:

  • Your reflections, mood, sensations, and journaling entries
  • Your Pattern Maps history
  • Your Lab Challenge experiments and results
  • App preferences and settings

This data is stored in Apple's on-device SwiftData store, which uses the same encryption protections as the rest of your iPhone.

Subscriptions

SoMana subscriptions are processed entirely by Apple via the App Store. We never see your payment information. Subscription receipts are validated through Apple's StoreKit; we receive only an anonymous subscription status.

Analytics & crash reporting

If enabled, SoMana may use Apple's privacy-preserving aggregate analytics to understand app performance. We do not collect personally identifying information for analytics. You can opt out via iOS Settings → Privacy & Security → Analytics & Improvements.

Children

SoMana is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

Changes to this policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Material changes will be noted in the app or here on this page.

Contact

Questions? Email us at somana.health@gmail.com.

SoMana is a wellness app and is not a medical device. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Please consult a qualified clinician for medical advice.