Does Stay in Touch store my contacts on a server?

No. Stay in Touch operates with zero third-party servers. All your data is stored locally and syncs securely across your Apple devices using your private iCloud.

How are my notes and logs protected?

Your interaction notes and mood reflections are protected using AES-GCM 256-bit encryption with keys stored in the iOS Secure Keychain.

Does the app sync with Apple Contacts and Calendar?

Yes, Stay in Touch seamlessly syncs with your iPhone Contacts, Calendar, and Reminders to track birthdays and anniversaries automatically.

Stay in Touch - Personal Relationship Manager for iPhone (Privacy-First Personal CRM)

Why Stay in Touch?

The Science of Connection

Research, including the famous Harvard Study of Adult Development, proves that strong relationships are the #1 predictor of long-term health and happiness. But in a busy world, it’s easy to lose track. Stay in Touch acts as your "Personal CRM," ensuring that no important friend ever falls through the cracks.

Core Features

Circles of Friendship: Group your loved ones into custom circles (e.g., "Inner Circle," "Old Friends," "Networking") and set how often you want to reach out.
Seamless iCloud Sync: Your relationship logs and circles sync privately across your devices via your Apple iCloud account. Switch phones without losing a beat.
Smart Nudges: Receive gentle reminders when it’s time to reconnect, based on your own defined frequencies.
Mindful Reflection: After catching up, log how you felt and note small details—like gift ideas or who initiated the meeting—to deepen your next interaction.
Never Miss a Moment: Automatically syncs birthdays and anniversaries from your Apple Contacts, giving you a clear view of upcoming special dates.
Seamless Integration: Works directly with your iPhone’s Contacts, Calendar, and Reminders to stay in sync with your life.

Privacy: Built for Your Peace of Mind

Based on our rigorous Privacy Analysis

We believe your friendships are private. Unlike social networks, Stay in Touch operates with zero third-party servers. Your data stays securely on your devices and in your private Apple iCloud.

Private iCloud & Local Storage: We have zero external servers. Your contacts, notes, and history are stored locally using Apple’s SwiftData and synced via your personal iCloud container.
Military-Grade Encryption: Your personal interaction notes and "mood" logs are protected by AES-GCM 256-bit encryption. The keys are stored in your device's Secure Keychain.
No Tracking, No Ads: We do not use analytics, we do not track your location, and we will never sell your data. There are zero third-party SDKs in our code.
Transparent Permissions: We only ask for access to Contacts, Calendar, and Reminders to provide core functionality. You decide which contacts to import.

Stay in Touch vs. Traditional Cloud CRMs

Unlike traditional personal CRMs that store your private relationship notes on remote company servers, Stay in Touch is engineered specifically for privacy-first Apple users.

Feature / Capability	Stay in Touch	Traditional Cloud CRMs
Data Architecture	Private iCloud & Local SwiftData (Zero 3rd-Party Servers)	Remote Company Servers & Tracking
Encryption	AES-256 (Secure Keychain)	In-Transit / Server Managed
Third-Party Analytics	None (Zero SDKs)	Analytics & Tracking SDKs
Apple Ecosystem Integration	Contacts, Calendar, Reminders, iCloud	Proprietary Cloud Sync
Offline Functionality	Full Offline Operation	Requires Internet Access

Support & FAQ

Support

Need help or have feedback? We’d love to hear from you.
Email: support@stay-in-touch.app

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Check back soon! We are currently gathering the most common questions from our early users.

Detailed Privacy Policy

For full transparency, here is how we handle your data according to Apple’s standards:

Data Linked to You:

Contact Info: Names and Phone Numbers (used solely for app functionality).
User Content: Interaction notes, gift details, and reciprocity logs (stored locally and encrypted).

Data Not Collected:

No Health, Financial, or Location data.
No Identifiers (no User IDs or Device IDs).
No Diagnostics or Usage Data.

Security Architecture:

Your data is stored in the app’s protected directory and is inaccessible to other apps. Encryption keys are locked while your screen is off, ensuring your reflections stay for your eyes only.

Imprint (Impressum)

Information pursuant to § 5 DDG (Digitale-Dienste-Gesetz):

Diensteanbieter:
Thomas Wagener
Müllerstraße 32
80469 München
Deutschland

Kontakt:
E-Mail: support@stay-in-touch.app
Telefon: +49 89 89068803

Private, non-commercial application.