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User Data Collection - keith.watson - 09-19-2025
User data collection is best done using a trusted forum to which only app users have access. Like Stack Exchange, only private, it will provide a means of discussing use of the app, experiences applying its features, goals and strategies for achieving them, and can be a source of downloadable workout templates. Rather than spying on users, collecting cell phone and other sensor data, acting ostensibly as their agent developing wonderful new technology, provide a means for users to share the information they want to share without fear of the usual "use this and you consent" webpage and app privacy policies which permit almost unlimited use of data collected in commerce. Further, the user is engaged and knowingly contributing to the software's development. Those that are so engaged form a core of supporters will benefit more, gaining more value from use of the software.