FIRE Independence - Support & Help Center
Welcome to the official support site for FIRE Independence, the iOS app that helps you calculate and track your path to Financial Independence, Retire Early.
This site serves as both your Support Resource (FAQs, Troubleshooting, Tips) and contains a dedicated Privacy Policy section to meet Apple App Store requirements.
Use the search bar (in HelpKit) or browse the sections below.
Privacy Policy
- Last Updated: December 15, 2025*
- FIRE Independence* ("the App") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information.
Data Collection
The App collects no personal data. All information you enter (such as age, expenses, asset balances, debts, and investment details) is used solely for calculating and displaying your FIRE projections within the App.
- No data is transmitted to any servers, third parties, or the developer.
- No analytics, tracking, advertising, or third-party SDKs are used.
- No user accounts or sign-ins are required.
Data Storage
All data is stored locally on your iPhone using UserDefaults (a secure, private storage system provided by iOS).
- Data remains exclusively on your device.
- Optional iCloud backup: If you have iCloud backup enabled for the App, your data may be backed up to your personal iCloud account (controlled entirely by you and protected by Apple's iCloud security).
Data Export and Deletion
- Export: Currently, there is no built-in export feature. Data is stored locally and can be backed up via iCloud if enabled.
- Deletion: To delete all your data, simply uninstall the App. All local data will be permanently removed from your device. If iCloud backup was enabled, you can manage backups through your iPhone Settings > [Your Name] > iCloud > Manage Storage > Backups.