LittleLift — Daily Mental Health Check-In App
Effective Date: February 23, 2026 | Last Updated: February 23, 2026
LittleLift ("we," "our," or "the App") is developed and operated by Kyle McCabe. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, share, and protect your information when you use the LittleLift iOS app, Apple Watch companion app, and associated widgets (collectively, the "Service").
By downloading, installing, or using LittleLift, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Service.
If you explicitly enable HealthKit integration in Settings (premium feature, opt-in only), LittleLift may:
Important: Health data collected through Apple HealthKit is never sold, shared with third parties, used for advertising, or transferred to data brokers. Health data is used solely to provide app features you have explicitly enabled. HealthKit data is not stored on any external server — it remains on your device and in Apple Health.
Subscription purchases are processed entirely by Apple through the App Store. We do not collect, store, or have access to your payment information, credit card number, or Apple ID. We only receive a transaction verification status (active/expired) from Apple's StoreKit framework to determine your subscription status.
All personal data (check-ins, journal entries, garden progress, cached affirmations, preferences) is stored locally on your device using Apple's SwiftData framework and UserDefaults, within a shared App Group container. This data is protected by iOS device encryption and is not accessible to other apps.
LittleLift does not require user accounts, login credentials, or registration. There is no user database. Your data lives only on your device (and your iCloud backup, if you have enabled iCloud device backups through Apple).
AI-powered features (check-in responses, affirmations, weekly insights) are processed through a secure API proxy hosted on Cloudflare Workers. This proxy:
When you use premium AI features, your check-in data is processed by Anthropic's Claude AI (Haiku model) through our API proxy. Anthropic's data handling is governed by their own privacy policy and terms of service, available at anthropic.com/privacy. Per Anthropic's API terms, data submitted through the API is not used to train their models.
We do not sell, rent, lease, or trade your personal information to any third party. We share data only in the following limited circumstances:
Your data is retained on your device for as long as you use the App. You can delete all data at any time via Settings → "Delete All Data," which permanently removes all check-ins, journal entries, and garden progress from your device.
Uninstalling LittleLift from your device removes all locally stored data, including all check-ins, journal entries, garden data, cached affirmations, and preferences.
Our API proxy does not retain your data. Check-in data sent for AI processing is discarded immediately after the response is generated. There is no server-side database of user data to delete.
Daily affirmations and weekly insight reports are cached locally on your device (in UserDefaults) for up to 7–8 days for performance. These caches are automatically cleaned up and are deleted when you use "Delete All Data" or uninstall the App.
LittleLift is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided information through the App, please contact us and we will take steps to delete such information. If you are under 13, please do not use this App.
For users between 13 and 17, we recommend parental guidance when using the App, particularly for features involving mental health check-ins.
You can view all your data within the App at any time. Premium subscribers can export their complete check-in history as CSV or PDF files via Settings → Export Data.
You can delete all your data at any time via Settings → Delete All Data. You can also uninstall the App to remove all data from your device.
You can revoke HealthKit permissions at any time via iOS Settings → Privacy & Security → Health → LittleLift. You can also disable HealthKit integration within the App via Settings.
You can disable push notifications at any time within the App (Settings) or via iOS Settings → Notifications → LittleLift.
Free-tier users do not have any data sent to external servers for AI processing. If you are a premium subscriber and wish to stop AI data processing, you may cancel your subscription and continue using the free tier.
If you are located in the European Economic Area or the United Kingdom, you have the following rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
Legal Basis for Processing: We process your data based on your explicit consent (opt-in for HealthKit, notifications, and AI features) and legitimate interest (providing the core App functionality you have requested).
Data Controller: Kyle McCabe is the data controller for LittleLift. Contact: kylemccabe1097@gmail.com
Right to Lodge a Complaint: You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection supervisory authority if you believe your data is being processed unlawfully.
If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) provide you with specific rights:
If you are a Washington State resident, the My Health My Data Act provides you with specific protections for "consumer health data," which may include mood, energy, and wellness data collected by LittleLift:
To exercise your rights under this Act, contact us at kylemccabe1097@gmail.com.
LittleLift does not collect biometric identifiers or biometric information as defined under the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA). Mood selections, energy levels, and text inputs are self-reported behavioral data, not biometric data derived from physiological or biological characteristics. We do not use facial recognition, fingerprint scanning, voiceprint analysis, or any other biometric technology.
LittleLift is a consumer wellness application and is NOT a "covered entity" or "business associate" under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). The data you enter into LittleLift is not protected health information (PHI) under HIPAA. LittleLift is not an electronic health record and does not interface with healthcare providers, health plans, or health care clearinghouses.
Because your data is stored locally on your device, the risk of a data breach on our end is minimal. However, in the unlikely event that our API proxy (Cloudflare Workers) or third-party AI provider (Anthropic) experiences a security incident that may have exposed data transmitted during AI processing, we will:
Note: Since our API proxy does not retain data after processing, and since no personally identifiable information (name, email, account) is transmitted, the exposure risk from any server-side breach is limited to the content of individual check-in responses in transit.
If you use premium AI features, your check-in data may be processed by servers located in the United States (Cloudflare Workers and Anthropic's API infrastructure). By using these features, you consent to the transfer of your data to the United States for processing. All transfers are encrypted via HTTPS.
LittleLift may display links to crisis resources (988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, Crisis Text Line) and Apple's standard Terms of Use. These are third-party services governed by their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external services.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make material changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the App after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us at:
Email: kylemccabe1097@gmail.com
Effective Date: February 23, 2026 | Last Updated: February 23, 2026
These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your use of the LittleLift mobile application and related services (the "Service") provided by Kyle McCabe ("we," "our," or "us"). By using LittleLift, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use the Service.
LittleLift is a daily mental health check-in application that allows users to log their mood and energy levels, track streaks, practice breathing exercises, and (for premium subscribers) receive AI-generated responses, keep a journal, view insights, and export data. The Service is available on iOS, Apple Watch, and as home screen widgets.
LittleLift is a wellness tool, NOT a substitute for professional mental health care, therapy, counseling, psychiatric treatment, or medical advice.
You must be at least 13 years of age to use LittleLift. If you are between 13 and 17, you should use LittleLift under parental or guardian supervision. By using the Service, you represent that you meet these age requirements.
You agree not to:
All content, design, code, graphics, and branding in LittleLift are the intellectual property of Kyle McCabe and are protected by applicable copyright and trademark laws. You may not copy, modify, distribute, or create derivative works based on the App without prior written consent.
Use of LittleLift does not create a therapist-client, doctor-patient, counselor-client, or any other professional relationship between you and Kyle McCabe, Anthropic, or any other party. No duty of care arises from your use of the Service. The App does not provide professional mental health services, and no fiduciary or professional obligation exists between us and any user.
You acknowledge and agree that:
We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performing our obligations under these Terms if such failure or delay results from circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to: natural disasters, acts of God, pandemics, war, terrorism, riots, government actions, power failures, internet or telecommunications failures, cyberattacks, third-party service outages (including Cloudflare, Anthropic, or Apple), or any other force majeure event.
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW:
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Kyle McCabe and his affiliates, officers, agents, and licensors from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or related to your use of the Service, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any rights of another party.
Any dispute arising from or related to these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association, conducted in the state of the developer's residence. You waive your right to participate in a class action lawsuit or class-wide arbitration. Small claims court actions are exempt from this arbitration provision.
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Delaware, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.
We strive to make LittleLift accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. The App uses standard iOS accessibility features (VoiceOver labels, Dynamic Type support) where feasible. However, we do not warrant full compliance with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Section 508, or the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you experience accessibility issues, please contact us at kylemccabe1097@gmail.com and we will make reasonable efforts to address your concerns.
LittleLift is a consumer wellness application. It is not an insurance product, medical device, clinical tool, diagnostic instrument, or regulated health technology. It is not intended to be used for insurance underwriting, claims processing, risk assessment, or any purpose governed by insurance regulations. Mood and energy data collected by the App should not be used as evidence of medical conditions or treatment outcomes.
By downloading, installing, or using LittleLift, you consent to receive this agreement electronically and agree that your electronic acceptance constitutes a valid and binding agreement, enforceable under the U.S. Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce Act (E-SIGN Act), the Uniform Electronic Transactions Act (UETA), and any applicable state or international equivalents. You waive any rights or requirements under any laws that require an original signature or delivery or retention of non-electronic records.
The following sections of these Terms shall survive any termination, expiration, or deletion of your data or uninstallation of the App: Section 7 (AI-Generated Content), Section 8 (No Professional Relationship), Section 9 (Assumption of Risk), Section 10 (User Content), Section 13 (Limitation of Liability), Section 14 (Indemnification), Section 15 (Dispute Resolution), Section 16 (Governing Law), and this Section 20 (Survival). These provisions shall remain in full force and effect regardless of whether you continue to use the Service.
Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. A waiver of any term shall not be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or any other term. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by Kyle McCabe to be effective.
We may assign, transfer, or delegate our rights and obligations under these Terms to any third party without your consent, including in connection with a merger, acquisition, sale of assets, or by operation of law. You may not assign or transfer your rights under these Terms without our prior written consent.
You agree to comply with all applicable export and re-export control laws and regulations, including the U.S. Export Administration Regulations and sanctions programs administered by the U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). You represent that you are not located in, or a resident or national of, any country subject to U.S. trade sanctions, and that you are not on any U.S. government restricted party list.
Except for Apple Inc. and its subsidiaries (as stated in Section 26), these Terms do not confer any rights or remedies on any third party. No person or entity other than you and Kyle McCabe shall have any right to enforce any provision of these Terms.
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that the remaining provisions remain in full force and effect.
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Kyle McCabe regarding the use of LittleLift and supersede any prior agreements.
These Terms are between you and Kyle McCabe, not Apple Inc. ("Apple"). Apple is not responsible for LittleLift or its content. In the event of any failure of the App to conform to any applicable warranty, you may notify Apple, and Apple will refund the purchase price (if any) for the App. To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Apple has no other warranty obligation with respect to the App. Apple is not responsible for addressing any claims relating to the App, including product liability, legal compliance, or intellectual property infringement. Apple and Apple's subsidiaries are third-party beneficiaries of these Terms, and upon your acceptance, Apple will have the right to enforce these Terms as a third-party beneficiary.
We may update these Terms from time to time. Material changes will be reflected by updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
Email: kylemccabe1097@gmail.com