Last updated: February 2026
Forestaller is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our symptom tracking application. Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the application.
We collect information that you provide directly to us when you create an account and use our services, including:
As a health tracking application, we collect sensitive health-related information you choose to log, including:
We automatically collect certain information about your device and how you interact with our application, including log data, device information, and usage patterns.
We use the information we collect to:
To protect your sensitive health information, Forestaller implements automatic session timeout features:
Session timeout data is stored securely in your browser's local storage and is never transmitted to our servers. This information includes:
This data is used only to enforce session timeout policies on your device and does not contain any of your health information. Local storage is automatically cleared when you log out (from any sign-out action) or when session timeouts occur.
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information. Your data is encrypted in transit and at rest. We use industry-standard security practices including secure authentication, encrypted database storage, and regular security audits. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal health information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
Forestaller uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience and understand how users interact with our application. We are committed to being transparent about our use of cookies and providing you with full control over your preferences.
Essential Cookies (Required)
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They include session management, authentication, security features, and user preferences that make the site usable. We do not require consent for essential cookies as they are required for site functionality.
Analytics Cookies (Optional)
We use analytics cookies to understand how users navigate Forestaller, which features are most used, and where improvements can be made. This data helps us enhance your experience. Analytics cookies collect aggregated, anonymized data and do not personally identify you.
Marketing Cookies (Optional)
Marketing cookies allow us to personalize advertisements and tailor content recommendations based on your interests and engagement with Forestaller. These cookies help us deliver more relevant marketing communications.
Preference Cookies (Optional)
Preference cookies remember your settings and choices, such as your theme preference (light/dark mode), language, and other customized settings you configure in the app. These improve your experience by remembering your preferences.
When you first visit Forestaller, we show you a cookie consent banner (or "cookie banner") that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences anytime through:
You have the right to:
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through browser settings. You can typically:
Please note that blocking cookies may impact the functionality of Forestaller and other websites.
Forestaller does not directly set third-party cookies. However, third-party services integrated into Forestaller (such as authentication providers, analytics services, or payment processors) may set their own cookies. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies for information about their cookie practices.
Forestaller maintains a version number for cookie consent preferences. When we make significant changes to our cookie practices or add new types of cookies, we may update this version. If your consent version is outdated, we will ask you to review and confirm your preferences again.
In addition to cookies, Forestaller may use browser local storage (localStorage) to store data such as:
LocalStorage data persists across browser sessions and cannot be controlled through traditional cookie settings. You can clear localStorage through your browser's developer tools or by clearing all site data.
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. If you delete your account, we will delete your personal information within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes. You can request deletion of your account at any time through the settings page.
Our application is not intended for 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 we have collected information about a child, please contact us immediately.
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new privacy policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. You are advised to review this privacy policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this privacy policy are effective when they are posted on this page.
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through the application or at the contact information provided in your account settings.
While Forestaller implements security measures to protect your health information, this application is designed for personal health tracking and is not a HIPAA-covered entity. We recommend consulting with healthcare professionals for medical advice and treatment. Do not use this application for medical emergencies.