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GymReel Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 1 Apr 2026 · Last Updated: 14 May 2026
Welcome to GymReel ("GymReel", "we", "our", or "us"). GymReel is a fitness and social networking platform that allows users to track workouts, share fitness content, and interact with other users.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use the GymReel mobile application, website, and related services (collectively, the "Services").
By using GymReel, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
1. Who We Are
GymReel is operated from the United Kingdom. For the purposes of applicable privacy laws, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation ("UK GDPR"), the EU General Data Protection Regulation ("EU GDPR"), and applicable United States privacy laws, GymReel acts as the data controller of your personal information.
Contact Information
Email: info@gymreelapp.com
If required under applicable law, we may appoint an EU representative or Data Protection Officer (DPO) in the future.
2. Scope of This Policy
This Privacy Policy applies to all users of GymReel worldwide, including users located in:
- The United Kingdom
- The European Economic Area (EEA)
- Switzerland
- The United States
- Other jurisdictions where GymReel is available
This Policy explains:
- What information we collect
- How we use it
- Your legal rights
- How we protect your information
- How international transfers work
3. Information We Collect
3.1 Account Information
When you create an account, we may collect:
- Email address
- Username
- Profile photo
- Password credentials (encrypted/authenticated through providers)
- Account preferences
3.2 User Content
You may voluntarily provide:
- Photos and videos
- Workout posts
- Captions and overlays
- Comments
- Likes and reactions
- Followers/following relationships
- Messages or interactions with other users (if messaging features are introduced)
Depending on your settings, this content may be visible to other users or publicly accessible.
3.3 Fitness and Activity Data
We collect fitness-related information you choose to log, including:
- Exercises
- Sets and repetitions
- Weight and performance metrics
- Workout history
- Fitness progress
We only process this information to provide app functionality and improve the user experience. GymReel does not currently process health data for medical purposes.
3.4 Device and Technical Information
We may automatically collect limited technical information, including:
- IP address
- Device identifiers
- Device type and operating system
- App version
- Crash reports
- Security and diagnostic information
- Basic usage information
We currently do not use behavioural advertising or advanced analytics tools, but may introduce analytics services in the future. Where legally required, we will obtain your consent before enabling non-essential tracking technologies.
3.5 Location Information
GymReel may offer optional GPS-based workout tracking features. If enabled, we may collect:
- Approximate location
- GPS workout routes
- Movement/activity tracking during workouts
Location tracking is disabled by default and will only be activated with your permission. You may revoke location permissions at any time through your device settings.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use personal information to:
- Create and manage accounts
- Provide workout tracking features
- Enable social and community features
- Personalise user experiences
- Maintain app functionality and security
- Prevent fraud, abuse, and misuse
- Improve and develop GymReel
- Respond to legal requests and obligations
- Enforce our Terms of Use
If we introduce advertising, AI features, analytics, or monetisation systems in the future, this Privacy Policy will be updated before those systems are implemented where required by law.
5. Legal Bases for Processing (EEA/UK Users)
Under UK GDPR and EU GDPR, we rely on the following legal bases:
Contractual Necessity
To provide the Services you request.
Legitimate Interests
To improve and secure the platform, prevent abuse, and operate our business responsibly.
Consent
Where required, including for optional analytics, marketing communications, location tracking, and certain cookies or advertising technologies. You may withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent.
Legal Obligation
To comply with applicable laws and legal requests.
6. US Privacy Rights
If you are a resident of certain US states, including California, Colorado, Virginia, Connecticut, or Utah, you may have additional rights under applicable state privacy laws. Depending on your location, these rights may include:
- Accessing personal information we hold about you
- Correcting inaccurate information
- Requesting deletion of your information
- Receiving a portable copy of your data
- Opting out of targeted advertising or profiling
- Limiting certain uses of sensitive personal information
GymReel does not sell personal information as defined under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA). We also do not knowingly share personal information for cross-context behavioural advertising.
To exercise your rights, contact: info@gymreelapp.com
7. Sharing of Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share limited data with trusted service providers who help us operate GymReel.
7.1 Firebase / Google Cloud
We use services provided by Google including:
- Firebase Authentication
- Cloud Firestore
- Cloud Storage
- Security and infrastructure services
These providers may process data outside your country of residence, including in the United States. Where required, we rely on Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), the UK International Data Transfer Addendum, and other approved safeguards.
7.2 Public Content
If you choose to make content public:
- Other users may view it
- Content may be reshared externally
- Search engines or third parties may index public content where applicable
You are responsible for the privacy settings you choose.
7.3 Legal Compliance
We may disclose information where necessary to comply with law, enforce our Terms, protect users or the public, or prevent fraud or security threats.
8. International Data Transfers
GymReel operates internationally. Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your jurisdiction, including countries that may not provide the same level of data protection as your home country. Where required by law, we implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information.
9. Data Retention
We retain information only as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Policy, including maintaining your account, providing Services, legal compliance, security, and dispute resolution.
- Account data: retained until deletion
- User content: retained until removed
- Security logs: retained for limited operational periods
- Legal records: retained where legally required
When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymise your personal information within a reasonable timeframe unless retention is legally required.
10. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to:
- Access — request a copy of your personal information
- Correction — correct inaccurate information
- Deletion — request deletion of your information
- Portability — receive your data in a portable format
- Restriction — restrict certain processing activities
- Objection — object to processing based on legitimate interests
- Withdraw Consent — withdraw previously given consent
- Non-Discrimination — exercise privacy rights without discrimination
To exercise rights: info@gymreelapp.com. We may need to verify your identity before processing requests.
11. Your Controls
Within GymReel, you may be able to:
- Delete your account
- Delete posts
- Adjust visibility settings
- Export your data
- Manage permissions
- Opt out of notifications
12. Children's Privacy
GymReel is not intended for children under 13. Users under 18 should obtain permission from a parent or guardian before using the Services where required by local law.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that information has been collected from a child under 13 without appropriate consent, we will take reasonable steps to delete it. Certain jurisdictions may require higher minimum ages.
13. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organisational safeguards designed to protect personal information, including:
- Encrypted connections
- Secure authentication systems
- Access controls
- Cloud security protections
- Security monitoring
However, no system can guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials.
14. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
GymReel may use cookies, SDKs, local storage, and similar technologies to:
- Maintain app functionality
- Improve performance
- Remember preferences
- Provide analytics
Where required by law, we will request consent before using non-essential tracking technologies.
15. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. If material changes are made, we will provide notice through the app, email, website notices, or other appropriate methods. Continued use of the Services after updates become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.
16. Contact Us
For privacy questions or requests: info@gymreelapp.com
- Users in the UK may also contact the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).
- Users in the EEA may contact their local supervisory authority.
- California residents may also contact the California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA).
GymReel Terms of Use
Effective Date: 1 May 2026
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using GymReel, you agree to these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, you must not use the Services.
2. Eligibility
You must:
- Be at least 13 years old
- Have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms
If you are under the age of majority in your jurisdiction, you must have permission from a parent or guardian.
3. Account Responsibilities
You agree to:
- Provide accurate information
- Keep credentials secure
- Accept responsibility for activity under your account
You may not:
- Share accounts
- Impersonate others
- Circumvent bans or restrictions
4. Acceptable Use
You may not post content that:
- Is unlawful
- Promotes violence or self-harm
- Harasses or exploits others
- Contains hate speech
- Is sexually explicit or exploitative
- Violates intellectual property rights
- Contains malware, spam, or deceptive practices
We may remove content or restrict accounts that violate these Terms.
5. User Content Licence
You retain ownership of your content.
By uploading content, you grant GymReel a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to host, store, display, reproduce, share, and distribute your content solely for operating and improving the Services.
This licence ends when content is deleted, except where content has already been shared with others or retention is legally required.
6. Content Visibility
You control visibility settings for your content. Public content may be visible outside the platform.
7. Moderation
We may remove content, restrict visibility, or suspend/terminate accounts where reasonably necessary to enforce these Terms, protect users, maintain platform integrity, or comply with law.
8. Termination
We may suspend or terminate accounts for violations of these Terms or misuse of the Services. You may stop using GymReel or delete your account at any time.
9. Health and Fitness Disclaimer
GymReel does not provide medical advice. All fitness content is for informational purposes only. You should consult qualified professionals before beginning exercise programmes or making health decisions.
10. Assumption of Risk
You acknowledge that physical exercise carries inherent risks. To the fullest extent permitted by law, you use GymReel at your own risk.
11. Service Availability
We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free operation of the Services. We may modify, suspend, or discontinue features at any time.
12. Disclaimers
The Services are provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE". To the fullest extent permitted by law, GymReel disclaims all warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
13. Limitation of Liability
Nothing in these Terms excludes liability where exclusion is unlawful.
To the fullest extent permitted by law:
- GymReel is not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
- Total liability is limited to the greater of amounts paid by you to GymReel in the previous 12 months, or £100 GBP
Some jurisdictions do not allow certain limitations, so parts of this section may not apply.
14. Third-Party Services
GymReel may integrate with third-party services. We are not responsible for third-party platforms, content, or services.
15. Privacy
Use of GymReel is also governed by our Privacy Policy.
16. Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms periodically. Continued use after updates become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
17. Governing Law
For users in the United Kingdom and Europe, these Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales unless mandatory local consumer laws apply. For users in the United States or other jurisdictions, mandatory local consumer protections may also apply.