Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March 26, 2026

Last Updated: April 1, 2026

Developer: Ardin, Einzelunternehmen (sole proprietorship), Switzerland

Website: 1percentmethod.ch

App: 1% Method — AI-Powered Fitness Coaching


1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how 1% Method ("the App," "we," "our," or "us") handles your information. 1% Method is developed by Ardin, a sole proprietor based in Switzerland.

We built 1% Method with a privacy-first approach. The App stores all your data locally on your device. We do not operate servers, collect analytics, or track your behavior. We have no ability to access your data.


2. Data We Collect

We do not collect any personal data. All data generated by the App stays on your device.

The following data is created and stored locally on your device:

Data Type Storage Location Purpose
Checklist & routine data SwiftData (on device) Daily task tracking
Streak history SwiftData (on device) Motivation & progress tracking
Training plan configuration SwiftData (on device) Personalized workout plans
Hydration logs SwiftData (on device) Water intake tracking
HealthKit data (steps, workouts, water) Apple HealthKit (on device) Fitness integration
iCloud backup (optional) iCloud (Apple-managed) Plan & settings backup/restore
Subscription status Managed by Apple Access to premium features

We do not have access to any of this data. There is no server, no backend, no database, and no account system. We cannot see, retrieve, or analyze your information.


3. HealthKit Data

1% Method integrates with Apple HealthKit to:

HealthKit data is governed by Apple's strict HealthKit guidelines:

You control HealthKit permissions through your device's Settings > Health > 1% Method. You can revoke access at any time.


4. AI-Powered Features & Third-Party AI Service (Anthropic)

1% Method uses Anthropic's Claude AI (a US-based AI company) to generate personalized fitness plans and provide AI coaching responses. The App requests your explicit consent before any data is sent to Anthropic.

4.1 How It Works

4.2 What Data Is Sent to Anthropic

4.3 What Is NOT Sent to Anthropic

4.4 Anthropic's Data Handling

Data sent to Anthropic is subject to Anthropic's own privacy policy and terms. We encourage you to review them:

Anthropic processes data under their API terms, which state that API inputs and outputs are not used to train their models. We are not responsible for how Anthropic processes data sent to their API.


5. Subscriptions & Payments

1% Method offers auto-renewable subscriptions (monthly CHF 6.90, yearly CHF 44.90) with a 7-day free trial for new subscribers, managed entirely by Apple through the App Store.

For Apple's payment and privacy practices, refer to: apple.com/legal/privacy


6. Analytics, Tracking & Third-Party SDKs

None. 1% Method contains:

We do not know how many users we have, how often you open the App, or what features you use.


7. Data Retention & Deletion

All App data is stored locally on your device. Data retention is entirely under your control:

Since we do not store any data on servers, there is nothing for us to delete on our end.


8. Data Security


9. Children's Privacy

1% Method is not directed at children under the age of 13 (or under 16 in the European Economic Area). We do not knowingly process data from children. Since the App does not collect data or require accounts, there is no mechanism for children to submit personal information to us.

If you believe a child is using the App inappropriately, please contact us.


10. Your Rights Under Swiss & European Data Protection Law

Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP / DSG)

As a Swiss-based developer, we comply with the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (Datenschutzgesetz, DSG), revised version effective September 1, 2023.

EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

To the extent the GDPR applies to you, we respect the following rights:

Because 1% Method does not collect, store, or process personal data on any server, most traditional data protection rights are satisfied by design:

Right How 1% Method Addresses It
Right to access All your data is on your device. You have full access at all times.
Right to rectification You can edit any data directly in the App.
Right to erasure Use the "Delete All Data" button in the App, or delete the App.
Right to data portability Data is stored locally and accessible on your device.
Right to restrict processing No server-side processing occurs. Revoke HealthKit access or stop using AI features at any time.
Right to object No profiling, no automated decision-making, no marketing.

Legal basis for data processing (Art. 6 GDPR): The limited data processing that occurs (local storage, HealthKit integration, API calls to Anthropic) is based on your explicit consent, given when you grant HealthKit permissions and when you choose to use the AI plan generation feature.

Data Protection Authority: If you have concerns, you may contact the Swiss Federal Data Protection and Information Commissioner (FDPIC): edoeb.admin.ch


11. International Data Transfers

The App does not transfer your data to our servers (we have none). The only external data transfer occurs when you use AI plan generation, which sends prompts to Anthropic's servers (located in the United States). This transfer is initiated by you and governed by Anthropic's privacy policy.


12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be reflected in the "Last Updated" date at the top of this document. The updated policy will be available in the App and at 1percentmethod.ch.

For material changes, we will provide notice through the App. Your continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.


13. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Switzerland.


14. Contact

Ardin
Einzelunternehmen (Sole Proprietorship)
Switzerland

Email: plane.mutagen.7j@icloud.com
Website: 1percentmethod.ch