1. Introduction

Welcome to PokerFocus, developed and operated by PulseAI Labs ("PulseAI Labs", "we", "our", or "us"). PokerFocus is an AI-powered poker performance assistant designed to help players improve their emotional control, focus, and decision-making at the poker table.

This Privacy Policy explains how PulseAI Labs collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information when you use the PokerFocus mobile application ("the App"). By using PokerFocus, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Account Information

• Email address (used for account creation and sign-in)
• Account creation date
• Subscription tier (Free, Pro, or Elite)
• Trial session count

2.2 Health and Biometric Data

PokerFocus collects heart rate data through connected wearable devices to power the PokerPulse AI® feature. Specifically:

• Resting heart rate baseline measurements
• Real-time heart rate readings during active sessions
• Heart rate variability (HRV) data where available
• Heart rate spike events and timestamps

2.3 Session and Performance Data

• Poker session records (date, duration, mode, stage)
• Financial data you voluntarily enter (buy-in amounts, profit/loss, prize amounts, bounties)
• Emotional analytics (calm/elevated/alert percentages, focus scores)
• AI question responses during heart rate spike events
• Session notes you choose to enter

2.4 Opponent Notes

• Nicknames and notes about opponents you choose to record
• Tags and tendencies you assign to opponents
• This data is entirely user-generated and stored privately

2.5 App Usage Data

• Feature usage patterns (to improve the app)
• Crash reports and error logs
• Device type and operating system version
• App version

2.6 Optional Data

The following information is entirely optional:

• Financial data — you can save sessions without financial details
• Opponent notes — entirely optional
• Session notes — entirely optional

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 To Provide the Service

• Power the PokerPulse AI® heart rate monitoring and emotional analysis features
• Generate personalised AI coaching insights, pre-session briefings, and weekly reports
• Track your session history and performance statistics
• Deliver scheduled focus alerts and reminders during sessions
• Enable opponent notes and table management features

3.2 To Improve the App

• Analyse usage patterns to improve features and user experience
• Fix bugs and resolve technical issues
• Develop new features based on how the app is used

3.3 To Communicate With You

• Send push notifications for session alerts and reminders
• Deliver weekly AI performance reports
• Send important account and service updates

3.4 To Manage Subscriptions

• Process subscription payments through Google Play or Apple App Store
• Manage trial session counts
• Provide access to features based on your subscription tier

4. Data Storage and Security

4.1 Where Your Data is Stored

Your data is stored securely using Google Firebase services, including:

• Firebase Authentication — for account management
• Cloud Firestore — for session data, health data, and app data
• Firebase Cloud Messaging — for push notifications

4.2 Data Security

• All data is transmitted over encrypted HTTPS connections
• Health and biometric data is stored with restricted access
• Your data is only accessible to your account
• PulseAI Labs does not store payment information

4.3 Data Retention

• Your account data is retained as long as your account is active
• Session history and health data is retained to power AI learning features
• You can delete your account and all associated data at any time

5. Health and Biometric Data

5.1 How We Use Health Data

• Heart rate data is used ONLY to power PokerPulse AI® emotional monitoring
• Data is analysed to detect spikes, calculate focus scores, and generate personalised insights
• Health data helps the AI learn your personal emotional patterns over time

5.2 What We Do NOT Do With Health Data

5.3 Health Data Consent

When you first use PokerPulse AI® monitoring, the App will request permission to access heart rate data from your connected wearable device. You can withdraw this permission at any time through your device settings.

6. Third-Party Services

6.1 AI Services (Anthropic Claude API)

PokerFocus uses the Anthropic Claude API to generate AI-powered coaching content including pre-session briefings, heart rate spike questions, weekly performance reports, and style analysis. Session data is sent to the Anthropic API solely to generate your coaching content and is subject to Anthropic's privacy policy.

6.2 Google Firebase

PulseAI Labs uses Google Firebase for database, authentication, and push notifications. Subject to Google's Privacy Policy.

6.3 Payment Processors

• Google Play Billing (Android)
• Apple App Store / StoreKit (iOS)

PulseAI Labs does not receive or store your payment card details. Payment processing is handled entirely by Google or Apple.

6.4 Wearable Device Integration

PokerFocus connects to wearable devices (such as Wear OS watches and Apple Watch) via Bluetooth to receive heart rate data. The wearable device's own data practices are governed by the manufacturer's privacy policy.

7. Your Rights and Choices

7.1 Access Your Data

You can view your session history, health data, and account information within the App at any time.

7.2 Delete Your Account

You can permanently delete your account and all associated data from the Settings screen in the App. This will delete all your data permanently and cannot be undone.

7.3 Opt Out of Health Data Collection

You can use PokerFocus without enabling PokerPulse AI® heart rate monitoring by selecting "Skip Heart Rate Monitoring" when starting a session. All other features remain available.

7.4 Notification Preferences

You can control all notification settings within the App under Settings > Notifications at any time.

7.5 Data Portability

To export your data contact us at privacy@pulseailabs.ca. We will respond within 30 days.

8. Children's Privacy

PokerFocus is intended for adults aged 18 and over. PulseAI Labs does not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under the age of 18. If you believe your child has provided us with personal information please contact us immediately and we will delete such information.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

PulseAI Labs may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make significant changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date above and notify you through a push notification or in-app message.

10. Contact Us

For any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy please contact PulseAI Labs:

11. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of Ontario, Canada. Any disputes relating to this Privacy Policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Ontario, Canada.