Privacy Policy for Runrush
Last Updated: 15/07/2025
Introduction
Robert Koch, operating under the name “rokocodesign” (“we,” “our,” or “us”), respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it through our compliance with this policy. This Privacy Policy describes the types of information we may collect from you or that you may provide when you use the Runrush mobile application (the “App”) and our practices for collecting, using, maintaining, protecting, and disclosing that information.
Information We Collect
From Strava Integration
When you connect your Strava account to Runrush, we collect:
- Your Strava user ID (for authentication purposes only)
- Your display name and country from your Strava profile
- Running activity data
Information You Provide
- Club codes you enter to join run clubs
Analytics Information
We use Google Firebase Analytics to collect usage data about how the App is used. This information helps us improve the App and provide better service. The analytics data we collect:
- Is not linked to personally identifiable information
- Does not use advertising identifiers
- May include information about how you use the App, such as which features you access and how often
- Is processed in accordance with Google’s privacy policy
Automatically Generated Data
- Points calculated from your running activities
- Team participation history and statistics
- Achievement progress
- Success rates and streaks
Information We Do Not Collect
We do not collect:
- GPS routes or precise location data from your runs
- Heart rate or route data
- Personal contact information (email, phone number, address)
- Financial information or payment details
- Health information beyond basic running data
- Information from your device contacts
- Social media profiles or connections
- Photos or images
How We Use Information
The information we collect is used exclusively for:
- Calculating daily points from your running distance
- Forming teams each week based
- Tracking your achievements and participation statistics
- Providing team-based game functionality
- Analyzing app usage to improve functionality and user experience
- Sending game-related notifications
- Maintaining and improving the App
Sharing of Information
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your information to third parties except as described in this Privacy Policy.
Limited Sharing Within Teams
Your teammates can see:
- Your display name
- Your daily point contributions to the team
Your teammates cannot see:
- Your specific running distances or activities
- Your pace, route, or other detailed Strava data
- Your Strava profile or personal information
Third-Party Service Providers
We may share data with:
- Strava, solely for authentication and accessing your activity data in accordance with your permissions
- Google Firebase, which provides analytics and cloud services for the App
- Railway, our cloud hosting provider for secure data storage
All third-party services process information in accordance with their respective privacy policies.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose information if required by law, regulation, or legal process, or to protect our rights, users’ safety, or the integrity of the App.
Data Security
We have implemented measures designed to secure your information from accidental loss and from unauthorized access, use, alteration, and disclosure, including:
- All data encrypted in transit and at rest
- Secure authentication using industry-standard OAuth protocols
- Limited data collection (only essential information for game functionality)
- Regular security audits and updates
Data Retention
- Active accounts: Data retained while your account exists and you remain connected to Strava
- Disconnected accounts: Personal data removed, but anonymized game statistics may be retained for service improvement
- Deleted accounts: All personal data permanently deleted within 30 days
- Team history: Anonymized participation data may be retained for historical leaderboards
Children’s Privacy
The App is not intended for children under 13 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are under 13, please do not use the App or provide any information on or through the App.
International Users
The App is operated in Australia. If you are accessing the App from outside Australia, please be aware that information may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in Australia and the United States (where our service providers operate). By using the App, you consent to the potential transfer of information to these locations.
European Users (GDPR)
If you’re in the European Union, you have additional rights regarding your personal data:
- Right to access your personal data
- Right to correct inaccurate data
- Right to delete your data (“right to be forgotten”)
- Right to data portability
- Right to object to processing
- Right to restrict processing
To exercise these rights, contact us at feedback@rokocodesign.com.
Your Rights and Choices
Account Management
- View all your data through the App
- Disconnect from Strava at any time (this signs you out)
- Delete your account and all associated data permanently
- Request a copy of your data (contact support)
Notification Control
- Control push notification preferences through your device settings
- Opt out of non-essential communications
Changes to Our Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make material changes, we will:
- Post the new Privacy Policy in the App
- Update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this Privacy Policy
- Notify you through the App or other communication methods for significant changes
Your continued use of the App after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
Third-Party Services
Strava
Your use of Strava is governed by Strava’s Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review their policies as they govern how Strava handles your data.
Other Services
Our App may contain links to other websites or services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those external services, and we are not responsible for their privacy practices.
Contact Information
If you have any questions or comments about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
- Email: feedback@rokocodesign.com
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information. You may contact us at the above email address with any privacy-related concerns or to exercise your rights under applicable privacy laws.
By using Runrush, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.