Relax Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 4, 2026
Last Updated: July 4, 2026


Introduction

Relax (“we,” “us,” or “Operator”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.

This Privacy Policy (the “Policy”) applies to the Relax mobile application (the “App” or the “Service”) and related services.

Please read this Policy carefully. By tapping “Agree,” checking an acceptance box, or using the Service, you acknowledge that you understand and agree to the processing of personal information as described herein. If you do not agree, do not use the Service.

This Policy explains:

  1. What information we collect and how we use it;
  2. How we use local storage and similar technologies;
  3. How we share, transfer, or disclose information;
  4. How we store and protect information;
  5. How we handle children’s information;
  6. Your rights;
  7. How we update this Policy;
  8. How to contact us.

1. Information We Collect and How We Use It

We collect and use personal information only for the purposes described in this Policy. If we use information for a new purpose, we will obtain your consent where required.

1.1 Overview by Feature

FeatureInformationPurposeRequired?
Core operationDevice ID (device_id), app version, OS type/version, localeSession identity, security, compatibility, basic featuresYes
Account registration / sign-inEmail, password (stored hashed), nicknameAccount creation, authentication, account managementYes, if you register
Password resetEmailSend reset instructionsYes, if you use reset
Onboarding & first streamGoals (e.g., sleep/focus), usage context, sound preferences, timer length, and similar choicesPersonalize onboarding soundscapes and initial experienceYes, if you complete onboarding
Playback & contentPlayback history, favorites, saved mixes/scenes, recentsPlayback, resume, sync, product improvementYes (local and/or cloud depending on sign-in)
Premium subscriptionSubscription status, product ID, expiry (from store validation)Entitlement checks, restore purchases, paid featuresYes, if you subscribe
AI Flow / AI voice guidanceText prompts, mood/mode selections, related preferences and questionnaire dataIntent understanding, mix composition from licensed assets, voice guidanceYes, if you use AI features
Journey (7-day plan)Questionnaire answers (goals, intensity, sound prefs, daily duration, optional notes), plan progressGenerate plans and track progressYes, if you use Journey
Analytics & improvementSession start/end/duration, in-app events (e.g., navigation and feature usage, not sensitive free-text bodies), install attribution (UTM, store, channel, if any)Product analytics, experience improvement, campaign measurementAfter you accept the privacy consent
SupportContact details and descriptions you provideRespond to inquiries and account issuesYes, if you contact us
Player background photoPhoto you select from your libraryLocal custom player background onlyOptional; photos are not uploaded to our servers

1.2 Information We Do Not Actively Collect

Unless you provide it or law requires otherwise, we do not actively collect:

  1. Precise location;
  2. Contacts, SMS, or call logs;
  3. Microphone recordings (the current version does not capture voice input);
  4. Government ID numbers or payment card numbers (payments are handled by app stores);
  5. Health sensor data from system health platforms (heart rate, sleep stages, etc.).

1.3 Device Permissions

PermissionUseCan be denied?
NotificationsMedia playback controls in the notification shade / lock screenYes; media controls may be unavailable
Photo libraryOptional custom player backgroundYes; photo backgrounds unavailable

We request permissions only when needed for the relevant feature.

1.4 Exceptions to Consent

Where permitted by applicable law, we may process personal information without prior consent when necessary to perform a contract with you, comply with legal obligations, protect vital interests, or in other legally recognized circumstances.

1.5 AI-Related Processing

When you use AI Flow, AI voice guidance, or Journey:

  1. Text you enter, preferences you select, and necessary context are sent to our servers;
  2. To perform intent understanding and speech synthesis, data may be transmitted to AI service providers (see Section 3);
  3. We transmit only what is reasonably necessary and require providers to protect data under contract and applicable law;
  4. Do not enter other people’s sensitive personal data, detailed medical records, precise addresses, or other information you do not want processed.

AI soundscapes are composed from our licensed audio library for personalized listening and are not sold as advertising profiles.


2. Local Storage and Similar Technologies

The App is a native mobile application and does not typically use browser cookies. We may use on-device storage (for example, SharedPreferences / UserDefaults) for auth tokens, settings, onboarding state, and playback preferences.

You can remove local data by deleting your Account, clearing app data, or uninstalling the App. Some features may need to be set up again afterward.


3. Sharing, Transfer, and Disclosure

3.1 Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We share information only as follows:

(a) Service providers

CategoryExamplesData sharedPurpose
Cloud object storageAlibaba Cloud OSS and similarTechnical data related to audio delivery; user profiles are not stored as publicly readable objects in audio bucketsHost and deliver audio
CDNOur configured CDNNetwork/request technical dataAccelerate audio delivery
Large language modelsDeepSeek and similarPrompts and necessary context for AI featuresIntent understanding and composition assistance
Text-to-speechXiaomi MiMo TTS and similarText to be synthesizedAI voice guidance
App stores / paymentsApple, GoogleTransaction and subscription validation dataPayments, restore, fraud prevention

We require providers to process personal information under appropriate contractual and security obligations.

(b) Legal requirements

We may disclose information when required by law, legal process, or competent authorities.

(c) With your consent

We may share information with others when you give clear consent.

3.2 Transfers

We do not transfer personal information except:

  1. With your consent;
  2. In connection with a merger, acquisition, asset sale, or similar transaction, in which case the successor will be bound by this Policy or will obtain new consent as required.

3.3 Public disclosure

We disclose personal information publicly only with your consent or when required by law.

3.4 Advertising and tracking

The commercial version of Relax is not ad-supported and does not integrate third-party ad SDKs for personalized advertising or cross-app tracking. If we introduce ads or third-party analytics SDKs in the future, we will update this Policy and obtain consent where required.

After you accept this Policy, we may collect install attribution parameters (for example, campaign tags) to measure marketing performance. We do not sell user profiles.


4. Storage and Security

4.1 Storage location

If we operate primarily in mainland China, personal information is generally stored there.

Some infrastructure (for example, object storage nodes) and AI providers may process data outside your country or region (including, for example, EU-based storage nodes). We apply contractual safeguards, minimization, and encryption in transit, and comply with applicable cross-border transfer requirements.

By using the Service, you acknowledge this arrangement. Where law requires a separate consent, we will obtain it through an appropriate notice.

4.2 Retention

We retain personal information only as long as needed for the purposes in this Policy:

DataRetention
Account dataUntil Account deletion or service termination
Favorites, playback, and scene dataUntil you delete them or delete your Account
AI-related logsFor a reasonable period needed for service, security, and dispute handling
Session and analytics dataFor the period needed for analytics, then deleted or anonymized
Local settings and background photosOn your device only; removed when you clear data or uninstall

After Account deletion, we delete or anonymize personal information within thirty (30) days, except where law requires longer retention (for example, transaction records or complaint handling).

4.3 Security measures

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures, including:

  1. HTTPS/TLS in transit;
  2. Hashed password storage (no plaintext passwords);
  3. Access controls and least privilege;
  4. Authenticated APIs (for example, JWT);
  5. Incident response procedures.

No method of transmission or storage is completely secure. If a personal data incident occurs, we will notify you and regulators as required by law.


5. Children’s Privacy

  1. The Service is directed to a general audience and is not intended for children under 13 (or a higher age required in your jurisdiction, such as 14 or 16).
  2. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children below the applicable age. Minors should use the Service only with guardian consent and supervision.
  3. If we learn that we collected a child’s information without proper consent, we will delete it promptly.
  4. Guardians who believe we may have collected a child’s information should contact us using the details below.

6. Your Rights

Depending on applicable law (including China’s Personal Information Protection Law and, where applicable, the GDPR), you may have rights to:

6.1 Access, copy, and correction

You may review or update certain profile information in the App. To request a copy of your personal information, email [email protected].

6.2 Deletion

You may delete certain in-app data (for example, favorites). You may also use Delete Account in the App or email [email protected] to request deletion.

6.3 Withdraw consent

You may withdraw consent by disabling permissions, stopping use of optional features, or deleting your Account. Withdrawal does not affect processing already performed based on prior consent.

6.4 Account deletion

Path: Me → Settings → Delete Account (subject to the in-app label). After deletion, we process data as described in Section 4.2.

Important: Deleting your Account does not cancel an active store subscription. To stop billing, cancel auto-renewal in Apple or Google subscription settings.

6.5 Automated decision-making

AI recommendations and generation are used to improve listening experiences and are not used for decisions that produce legal or similarly significant effects (such as credit or employment). Contact us if you believe automated processing affects your rights.

6.6 Responding to requests

We may need to verify your identity. We aim to respond within fifteen (15) business days or the period required by law; complex requests may take longer with notice.

We may decline requests where permitted or required by law (for example, legal obligations, national security, public interest, abuse of rights, or protection of others’ rights).


7. Third-Party Services Summary

ProviderPurposeData that may be processedPolicy reference
Alibaba Cloud OSSAudio storageNetwork/request technical dataAlibaba Cloud privacy policy
CDN providerAudio deliveryIP and request logsProvider policy
DeepSeekAI text understandingPrompts and necessary contextDeepSeek privacy policy
Xiaomi MiMo TTSAI speech synthesisText to synthesizeXiaomi service/privacy terms
Apple App Store / Google PlaySubscriptionsTransaction and subscription statusApple / Google privacy policies

We do not currently integrate third-party advertising SDKs or standalone third-party analytics SDKs (such as Umeng or Firebase Analytics). First-party analytics are received and processed on our own servers.


8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time. Updated versions will be posted in the App, on our website, or through other appropriate channels, with an effective date.

For material changes, we will provide a more prominent notice (for example, in-app dialog, push notification, or email). Material changes include significant changes to our processing purposes, sharing practices, your rights, or our contact details.

Continued use after the effective date constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy. If you do not agree, stop using the Service and delete your Account.


9. Governing Law

This Policy is interpreted under the laws of the People’s Republic of China, without limiting any mandatory rights you may have under the laws of your place of residence.


10. Contact Us

ItemDetails
ProductRelax
Email[email protected]
Websitehttps://www.relaxlio.com

We will respond after verifying your identity, within the time required by law or a reasonable period.


Appendix: App Store Privacy Labels (Guidance)

Use this summary when completing Apple App Privacy and Google Play Data safety forms. Final selections must match the shipping build.

Data typeCollected?Linked to identity?Purpose
Email addressYes (registered users)YesAccount
Name / nicknameYes (nickname)YesAccount
User ID / Device IDYesYes (when signed in)App functionality, analytics
Purchase history / subscriptionYesYesApp functionality
Product interactionYesPossiblyAnalytics, product improvement
Photos / mediaPhotos local only; audio is streamed app contentPhotos not uploadedOptional background
Precise locationNo
ContactsNo
Health & fitnessNo
Data used for tracking (cross-app advertising)No

By using the Service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy.