Legal

Data & Permissions

What we ask for and why.
Effective date: May 2026
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BuddyGuard only requests permissions that are essential to the app's core function. You can change or revoke any permission at any time in iOS Settings.

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Screen Time / App Access

Required so BuddyGuard can show installed app selections and enforce blocks. You can change this permission at any time in iOS Settings.

iOS Settings → Screen Time
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Notifications

Used for Buddy approval prompts, streak reminders, and important alerts. Manage from iOS Settings → Notifications → BuddyGuard.

iOS Settings → Notifications → BuddyGuard
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Your phone number

Used to identify your account and recover access. Never shared with your Buddy.

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Your Buddy's phone number

Used to deliver approval codes via SMS when you request temporary access or try to turn off restrictions. The main user never sees the code.

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How Buddy approval codes work

BuddyGuard generates a 6-digit code and sends it only to your Buddy's phone number. Your Buddy shares the code with you if they approve. Codes are not stored in plain text on your device or shown anywhere in the app.

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Changing permissions

You can change or revoke any permission at any time in iOS Settings. Revoking Screen Time access will disable app blocking until permission is re-granted.

iOS Settings → BuddyGuard
Effective May 2026. Final wording subject to legal review.