Pritikin App | Privacy Policy
Introduction
Pritikin Longevity Center (“Pritikin,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.
This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, disclosed, and protected when you use the Pritikin+ App (“App”), related websites, and associated digital services.
By using the App, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect information directly from you, automatically through your use of the App, and from authorized third-party services that you choose to connect.
Information You Provide
Information you may provide includes:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address
- Date of birth
- Emergency contact information
- Membership information
- Account credentials
- Program participation information
- Preferences and interests
- Support requests
- Survey responses
- Feedback submissions
Wellness and Lifestyle Information
The App may allow you to enter or track information related to your wellness journey, including:
- Wellness goals
- Nutrition tracking information
- Exercise activity
- Lifestyle habits
- Program participation
- Saved content and preferences
Providing this information is voluntary.
Health Information Access
The App may provide authorized users with access to certain health-related information maintained within secure healthcare systems associated with Pritikin.
Examples may include:
- Laboratory results
- DEXA scan reports
- Health assessments
- Medical evaluations
- Program-related clinical information
The App is not the official medical record system and is not the system of record for your healthcare information.
Medical records are maintained within separate healthcare systems that are subject to applicable healthcare privacy and security requirements.
Where applicable, the collection, use, disclosure, and protection of Protected Health Information (“PHI”) is governed by Pritikin’s Notice of Privacy Practices and applicable federal and state healthcare privacy laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (“HIPAA”).
Users should review Pritikin’s Notice of Privacy Practices for additional information regarding how protected health information is used and disclosed.
Information Collected Automatically
When you use the App, we may automatically collect information such as:
- Device type
- Device identifiers
- Operating system
- Browser type
- IP address
- App version
- Usage activity
- Pages viewed
- Features accessed
- Session duration
- Referral sources
This information helps us maintain, improve, and secure the App.
Wearable Devices and Connected Services
If you choose to connect third-party devices or services, we may receive information from those providers.
Examples may include:
- Activity levels
- Step counts
- Heart rate data
- Sleep information
- Workout activity
- Calorie expenditure
- Other wellness metrics
Supported services may include:
- Apple Health
- Apple Watch
- Fitbit
- Garmin
- WHOOP
- Other approved services
You control whether these connections are enabled and may disconnect them at any time, subject to the capabilities of the applicable provider.
2. How We Use Information
We may use information to:
- Provide App functionality
- Manage user accounts
- Support program participation
- Deliver educational content
- Display schedules and activities
- Process memberships and related services
- Respond to support requests
- Improve App performance and usability
- Personalize content and recommendations
- Analyze usage trends
- Communicate with users
- Protect the security and integrity of our systems
- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
3. Communications
We may send communications related to:
- Account activity
- Program participation
- Membership benefits
- Schedule updates
- Service announcements
- Support requests
- Educational content
- Wellness resources
- Promotional offers
You may opt out of marketing communications at any time.
Certain service-related communications may continue because they are necessary to provide App functionality or administer your account.
4. Pritikin+ AI Interactions
The App may include artificial intelligence-powered features (“Pritikin+ AI”).
If you interact with Pritikin+ AI, we may collect and store:
- Questions submitted
- Prompts entered
- Responses generated
- Usage patterns
- Feedback provided
We may use this information to:
- Improve system performance
- Enhance user experience
- Monitor service quality
- Identify technical issues
- Improve educational content and AI responses
Users should avoid submitting sensitive information through AI conversations unless specifically requested through authorized App functionality.
Pritikin+ AI is intended for educational purposes and does not independently access, interpret, diagnose, or make clinical decisions regarding medical records.
5. How We Share Information
Pritikin does not sell personal information.
We may share information in the following circumstances:
Service Providers
We may share information with trusted third parties that help us operate the App and related services, including:
- Hosting providers
- Analytics providers
- Communication platforms
- Customer support vendors
- Technology service providers
These providers may access information only as necessary to perform services on our behalf.
Authorized Personnel
Information may be shared with authorized Pritikin personnel when necessary to:
- Support program participation
- Deliver services
- Respond to requests
- Provide customer support
- Maintain App operations
Access is limited to personnel with a legitimate business or operational need.
Protected Health Information
Protected health information maintained within Pritikin’s healthcare systems may be used and disclosed in accordance with applicable healthcare privacy laws and Pritikin’s Notice of Privacy Practices.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose information when required to:
- Comply with applicable laws
- Respond to court orders or legal processes
- Protect the safety of users or staff
- Protect the rights, property, or security of Pritikin
Business Transactions
Information may be transferred as part of a merger, acquisition, restructuring, financing, or sale of assets.
6. Third-Party Services
The App may contain links to or integrations with third-party services.
Examples may include:
- Apple Health
- Fitbit
- Garmin
- WHOOP
- Video platforms
- Payment processors
These services operate independently and maintain their own privacy practices.
Pritikin is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of third-party services.
7. Cookies and Similar Technologies
Our websites and certain App features may use:
- Cookies
- Pixels
- Analytics tools
- Similar technologies
These technologies help us:
- Understand usage patterns
- Improve functionality
- Measure performance
- Enhance user experience
Users may manage cookie preferences through their browser settings where applicable.
8. Data Security
We maintain administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information.
These safeguards may include:
- Encryption
- Authentication controls
- Access restrictions
- Secure hosting environments
- Security monitoring
Medical records accessed through the App may be maintained in separate healthcare systems that utilize additional privacy, security, and compliance controls designed to meet applicable healthcare regulatory requirements.
While we strive to protect information, no method of transmission or storage can guarantee absolute security.
9. Data Retention
We retain information for as long as reasonably necessary to:
- Provide services
- Maintain business records
- Comply with legal obligations
- Resolve disputes
- Enforce agreements
Retention periods may vary depending on the nature of the information and applicable legal requirements.
10. Data Deletion Process
You can request deletion of your account and associated data at any time directly from the app:
- Log in to the Pritikin+ app.
- Go to Account.
- Scroll to the bottom of the page.
- Tap “Delete your account” and confirm.
Once confirmed, your account is scheduled for deletion and our team will process the removal of your personal data. If you requested this in error, please contact Pritikin staff immediately.
11. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on applicable law, you may have rights regarding your personal information.
These rights may include:
- Accessing information
- Correcting information
- Requesting deletion
- Restricting certain processing activities
- Withdrawing consent where applicable
Requests regarding protected health information may be subject to separate procedures described in Pritikin’s Notice of Privacy Practices.
To exercise applicable privacy rights, please contact us using the information below.
12. Children’s Privacy
The App is intended for adults and is not directed to children under the age of 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
If we learn that such information has been collected, we will take appropriate steps to delete it.
13. State Privacy Rights
Residents of certain states may have additional privacy rights under applicable laws.
Where required, Pritikin will honor rights relating to:
- Access
- Correction
- Deletion
- Data portability
- Opt-out rights
Requests may be submitted using the contact information below.
14. International Users
The App is intended primarily for users located in the United States.
If you access the App from outside the United States, you understand that your information may be transferred to and processed within the United States.
15. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Updated versions will be posted within the App and/or on applicable websites.
Your continued use of the App following the posting of revisions constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
16. Contact Us
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Pritikin Longevity Center
8755 NW 36th Street
Miami, FL 33178
Phone: (800) 327-4914
Website: www.pritikin.com