Our Principle: Privacy for Peace of Mind. We believe that caring for elderly loved ones should never mean compromising their dignity or data security. We collect only what is vital to keep them safe.
1. Introduction
The Kin Tether application ("App") is a personal safety tool. We take your privacy seriously and have engineered our systems to process only the data necessary for your protection in critical situations.
2. Data Collection and Usage
To ensure the safety of your family members, the KinTether app processes the following data:
Health Metrics (Heart Rate): Monitored in real-time to detect anomalies (bradycardia or tachycardia). This data is sent to your Telegram bot to alert family members of potential health issues.
Location Data (GPS): Coordinates are transmitted only during an active monitoring session or when an SOS alert is triggered. This allows family members to find their loved one in an emergency.
Device Vital Stats: Battery level and connection status are monitored so family members know if the watch needs charging or if the connection is lost.
Anonymous Identifier: We use a 6-digit Device ID to link the watch to your Telegram group. No names, phone numbers, or emails are stored on our servers for core functions.
3. Transmission and Security
Encryption: All data is transmitted via secure HTTPS (SSL/TLS) protocols.
Zero Third-Party Sharing: Your location data is never shared with third parties, advertisers, or analytics companies. It is visible only to the recipients you have authorized.
4. Data Retention
History: Health and movement history is stored in a secure database solely for the purpose of generating daily/weekly reports for the family.
User Request Deletion: All stored history for a specific Device ID is permanently deleted if the user unlinks the device or requests deletion via the bot.
5. User Control
You maintain full control:
Stop Transmission: Closing the App on your watch ceases all data transmission immediately.
Manual Deletion: Use the /delete_data command in your Telegram bot to clear movement history.
6. Medical Disclaimer
KinTether is a supplementary monitoring tool and is not a certified medical device. It should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician for any health concerns. We are not responsible for delayed alerts due to technical factors such as GPS signal loss or internet connectivity issues.