Privacy Policy
Last updated: June 2026
PhoneWatch is built to give caregivers quiet awareness โ not surveillance. This policy explains what data we collect, why, and how it's handled.
What we collect
PhoneWatch collects the following from the monitored device:
- Phone motion events (moved, still)
- Screen on/off events
- Lock/unlock events
- Battery level and charging state
- Timestamps of the above events
We do not collect location, GPS coordinates, call logs, contacts, messages, photos, or any personal content from the device.
How data is used
Data is transmitted to secure cloud storage and displayed only to the paired caregiver account. It is used solely to power the PhoneWatch dashboard and alert system.
Data retention
Event data is retained for 30 days and then automatically deleted. Account data is retained until you delete your account.
Who can see the data
Only the caregiver account paired with a monitored device can view that device's data. We do not sell, share, or provide data to third parties except as required by law.
Consent
The monitored device user must complete a pairing flow and acknowledge a consent screen before any data is transmitted. Monitoring can be stopped at any time by unpairing the device.
Contact
Questions about privacy? Email us at support@checkonkin.com