How we handle your data and protect your privacy
TL;DR: We collect only what's necessary to run the app. We don't sell your data, we use privacy-friendly analytics (no cookies, no tracking), and we don't use advertising. Your workout data stays yours.
This marketing website (johnzastrow.github.io/actalog) is a static informational site. Here's what it does and doesn't do:
This site uses GoatCounter, a privacy-friendly analytics service. GoatCounter:
See GoatCounter's Privacy Policy for details.
This site loads fonts from Google Fonts. When you visit, your browser requests font files from Google's servers, which transmits your IP address to Google. This is standard web practice for typography. See Google's Privacy Policy for details.
The ActaLog application (when self-hosted or used via a hosted instance) handles user data as described below.
| Data Type | Purpose | Required |
|---|---|---|
| Email address | Account identification, password recovery | Yes |
| Password | Authentication (stored securely hashed) | Yes |
| Display name | Personalization | Yes |
| Workout data | Core app functionality | User-provided |
| Profile image | Personalization | No |
| Purpose | Legal Basis (GDPR) |
|---|---|
| Provide workout tracking service | Contract performance |
| Send account emails (verification, password reset) | Contract performance |
| Protect against unauthorized access | Legitimate interest |
| Maintain security audit logs | Legitimate interest |
We implement industry-standard security measures:
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
You can export your workout data at any time through the application in JSON or CSV format. For a complete export of all personal data, contact the instance administrator.
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Account information | Until account deletion |
| Workout data | Until account deletion |
| Security audit logs | 12 months |
| Password reset tokens | 1 hour |
The application uses minimal external services:
We do not integrate with advertising networks, analytics services, or social media platforms.
ActaLog is open source. When you self-host, you are the data controller. This privacy policy applies to instances operated by the project maintainers. Self-hosted instances should maintain their own privacy documentation.
ActaLog is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
We may update this policy from time to time. Significant changes will be announced via the application or changelog.
For privacy-related inquiries or to exercise your rights:
| What We Do | What We Don't Do |
|---|---|
| Collect only necessary data | Sell your data |
| Encrypt passwords securely | Track your browsing |
| Allow data export | Use advertising |
| Delete data on request | Share with third parties |
| Log security events | Profile for marketing |