Privacy Policy

Depression Test – PHQ-9 Mental Health Screening

Last Updated: December 22, 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to Depression Test (“we,” “our,” or “us”). This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use our mobile application (“App”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience using our App.

Depression Test is a mental health screening tool that uses the PHQ-9 (Patient Health Questionnaire-9), a clinically validated instrument for assessing depression severity.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Data Stored Locally on Your Device

Our App stores the following information only on your device:

• Test Results: Your PHQ-9 assessment scores and dates
• Diary Entries: Personal notes and mood records you create
• App Preferences: Language selection, theme preference (dark/light mode), and reminder settings
• PIN Code: If you enable app lock, your PIN is stored securely on your device

2.2 Data We Do NOT Collect

We want to be clear about what we do NOT collect:

• Personal identification information (name, email, phone number)
• Location data
• Device identifiers or advertising IDs
• Usage analytics or behavioral data
• Any data transmitted to external servers

3. How We Use Information

The data stored on your device is used solely to:

• Display your test history and track progress over time
• Show trends and statistics of your mental health assessments
• Store your diary entries for personal reflection
• Remember your app preferences (language, theme)
• Send local notifications for reminders (if enabled)
• Protect your data with PIN lock (if enabled)

4. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored using secure local storage mechanisms provided by your device’s operating system. If you enable PIN protection, your app data is additionally protected from unauthorized access.

5. Data Sharing

We do not share, sell, rent, or trade any user information with third parties. Since all data remains on your device, there is no data for us to share.

The only way your data can be shared is if you choose to use the “Share Result” feature, which allows you to manually share your test results through your device’s sharing options.

6. Data Retention and Deletion

Your data remains on your device until you choose to delete it. You can:

• Clear your test history from the app settings
• Delete individual diary entries
• Uninstall the app to remove all data completely

7. Children’s Privacy

Our App is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has used this App, please note that all data is stored locally on the device and can be removed by uninstalling the App.

8. Third-Party Services

Our App does not integrate with any third-party analytics, advertising, or tracking services. We do not use Google Analytics, Firebase Analytics, Facebook SDK, or any similar services.

9. Notifications

If you enable reminder notifications, these are handled entirely by your device’s local notification system. No data is sent to external servers to deliver these notifications.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

11. Medical Disclaimer

Depression Test is a screening tool only and does not provide medical diagnosis. The PHQ-9 results should not be considered as professional medical advice. If you are experiencing symptoms of depression or mental health concerns, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.

12. Your Rights

Since all data is stored locally on your device, you have complete control over your information:

• Access: View your data anytime within the App
• Correction: Modify your diary entries
• Deletion: Delete any or all data at any time
• Portability: Share your results using the built-in share feature