Policy summary
Personal Data processed for the following purposes and using the following services:
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Content performance and features testing (A/B testing)
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Device permissions for Personal Data access
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Hosting and backend infrastructure
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Infrastructure monitoring
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Location-based interactions
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Managing contacts and sending messages
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Managing data collection and online surveys
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Platform services and hosting
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Registration and authentication
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Remarketing and behavioral targeting
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Information on opting out of interest-based advertising
In addition to any opt-out feature provided by any of the services listed in this document, Users may follow the instructions provided by
YourOnlineChoices (EU),
the Network Advertising Initiative (US) and
the Digital Advertising Alliance (US),
DAAC (Canada),
DDAI (Japan)
or other similar initiatives. Such initiatives allow Users to select their tracking preferences for most of the advertising tools. The Owner thus recommends that Users make use of these resources in addition to the information provided in this document.
The Digital Advertising Alliance offers an application called AppChoices that helps Users to control interest-based advertising on mobile apps.
Users may also opt out of certain advertising features through applicable device settings, such as the device advertising settings for mobile phones or ads settings in general.
Further information about the processing of Personal Data
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Use of contact data for contact matching and invitation purposes
Using the data of contacts stored in the contact directory of the User device, it can be checked whether these contacts also use our application. For this purpose, the telephone numbers of the contacts are uploaded to our server, used only for the purpose of matching and then deleted. The use of the contact information requires the User's authorization, which can be revoked at any time.
Users are reminded that permission must be granted to process the contact information and, especially in the case of natural persons, their consent or legal permission is required.
Furthermore, with the Users' consent, we can also match contact information using interfaces to other providers (e.g. Snapchat or WhatsApp) and further refer to the data protection information of the respective providers.
It is also possible to invite friends via individual contact options of the Users, e.g. by e-mail. We point out to the Users that contact requests may not bother other Users and should only be made to Users who agree to it.
Services and service providers being used:
Snap Inc., 3000 31st Street, Santa Monica, California 90405, USA; Website: https://kit.snapchat.com/; Privacy Policy: https://www.snap.com/en-US/privacy/privacy-policy; Standard Contractual Clauses (Safeguarding the level of data protection when processing data in third countries): https://businesshelp.snapchat.com/en-US/article/standard-contractual-clauses.
WhatsApp Inc. WhatsApp Legal 1601 Willow Road Menlo Park, California 94025, USA; Website: https://www.whatsapp.com/; Privacy Policy: https://www.whatsapp.com/legal; Privacy Shield (Safeguarding the level of data protection when processing data in the USA): https://www.privacyshield.gov/participant?id=a2zt0000000TSnwAAG&status=Active.
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Chat functions
Users can exchange individual messages with other users within the framework of chat functions. We process the content exchanged between Users solely for the purpose of providing the communication.
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Publishing content and respecting the rights of third parties
Users can publish content (e.g. text or images) in their accounts that is accessible to their friends. We would like to point out to the users that the contents written may not violate applicable law, as well as comply with applicable moral concepts that are reasonable for the users and that the persons named or depicted must either have given their consent to the publication or a legal permission of the publication must be available.
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Single Sign-on authentication
"Single Sign-On" or "Single Sign-On Authentication or Logon" are procedures that allow Users to log in to our online services using a User account with a provider of Single Sign-On services (e.g. a social network). The prerequisite for Single Sign-On Authentication is that Users are registered with the respective Single Sign-On provider and enter the required access data in the online form provided for this purpose, or are already logged in with the Single Sign-On provider and confirm the Single Sign-On login via the button.
Authentication takes place directly with the respective single sign-on provider. Within the scope of such authentication, we receive a User ID with the information that the User is logged in with the respective single sign-on provider under this User ID and an ID that cannot be used for other purposes (so-called "User handle"). Whether we receive further data depends solely on the single sign-on procedure used, the data releases selected as part of authentication and also which data Users have released in the privacy or other settings of the User account with the single sign-on provider. Depending on the single sign-on provider and the User's choice, there can be different data, usually the e-mail address and the User name. The password entered by the single sign-on provider as part of the single sign-on procedure is neither visible to us nor is it stored by us.
Users are requested to note that their data stored with us can be automatically compared with their User account with the single sign-on provider, but this is not always possible or actual. If, for example, the e-mail addresses of Users change, Users must change these manually in their User account with us.
We can use single sign-on authentication, provided that it has been agreed with Users in the context of pre-fulfillment or fulfilment of the contract, in the context of consent processing and otherwise use it on the basis of our legitimate interests and the interests of Users in an effective and secure authentication system.
Should Users decide to no longer want to use the link of their User account with the Single Sign-On provider for the Single Sign-On procedure, they must remove this link within their User account with the Single Sign-On provider. If Users wish to delete their data from us, they must cancel their registration with us.
Services and service providers being used:
Apple Inc., Infinite Loop, Cupertino, CA 95014, USA; Website: https://www.apple.com; Privacy Policy: https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy/en-ww/.
Snap Inc., 3000 31st Street, Santa Monica, California 90405, USA; Website: https://kit.snapchat.com/; Privacy Policy: https://www.snap.com/en-US/privacy/privacy-policy, Standard Contractual Clauses (Safeguarding the level of data protection when processing data in third countries): https://businesshelp.snapchat.com/en-US/article/standard-contractual-clauses.
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ChatGTP API by openAI
We provide individualized replies possibilities using the ChatGPT API by OpenAI:
https://openai.com/policies/terms-of-use
We take your privacy very seriously and are committed to protecting your personal information. We use the ChatGPT API by OpenAI to provide individualized answer possibilities for your uploaded screenshots. Furthermore, we will only collect and use your personal information in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws.
When you use our service, we may collect certain information from you, including the prompts and text detected inside the uploaded screenshots. This information will be used solely to provide you with the best possible answers using the ChatGPT API. We will not sell your information to any third parties.
We may use cookies or other technologies to collect information about how you use our service, such as the pages you visit and the time spent on each page. This information will be used solely to improve our service and provide a better user experience.
By using our service, you agree to the terms of condition and this Privacy Policy.
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Google Vision API and Screenshoot ORC
We use Google Vision (https://cloud.google.com/terms, https://developers.google.com/terms) to detect text in the screenshots uploaded by users. The text is then extracted and sent to the ChatGPT API from OpenAI. The information collected from the user is used solely for the purpose of providing the requested service.
You agree to the following terms and conditions:
By uploading the screenshots, you agree that you have obtained the necessary approval(s) and consent from all users mentioned in the screenshots. We will not be responsible for any legal issues that may arise if you fail to obtain the necessary approvals.
You are responsible for any content that you upload to our service. You agree that you will not upload any content that is illegal, infringes on the rights of others, or is otherwise offensive or inappropriate.
You acknowledge that we use Google Vision to detect text in the screenshots and extract it. This information is then sent to the OpenAI API to generate prompts based on the extracted text.
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Push notifications
This Application may send push notifications to the User to achieve the purposes outlined in this privacy policy.
Users may in most cases opt-out of receiving push notifications by visiting their device settings, such as the notification settings for mobile phones, and then change those settings for this Application, some or all of the apps on the particular device.
Users must be aware that disabling push notifications may negatively affect the utility of this Application.
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Push notifications based on the User's geographic location
This Application may use the User's geographic location to send push notifications for the purposes outlined in this privacy policy.
Users may in most cases opt-out of receiving push notifications by visiting their device settings, such as the notification settings for mobile phones, and then changing those settings for some or all of the apps on the particular device.
Users must be aware that disabling push notifications may negatively affect the utility of this Application.
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Push notifications for direct marketing
This Application may send push notifications to the User for the purpose of direct marketing (to propose services and products provided by third parties or unrelated to the product or service provided by this Application).
Users may in most cases opt-out of receiving push notifications by visiting their device settings, such as the notification settings for mobile phones, and then changing those settings for this Application or all of the apps on the particular device.
Users must be aware that disabling push notifications may negatively affect the utility of this Application.
Besides applicable device settings, the User may also make use of the rights described under User rights in the relevant section of this privacy policy.
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The Service is not directed to children under the age of 13
Users declare themselves to be adult according to their applicable legislation. Minors may use this Application only with the assistance of a parent or guardian. Under no circumstance persons under the age of 13 may use this Application.
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Personal Data collected through sources other than the User
The Owner of this Application may have legitimately collected Personal Data relating to Users without their knowledge by reusing or sourcing them from third parties on the grounds mentioned in the section specifying the legal basis of processing.
Where the Owner has collected Personal Data in such a manner, Users may find specific information regarding the source within the relevant sections of this document or by contacting the Owner.
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User identification via a universally unique identifier (UUID)
This Application may track Users by storing a so-called universally unique identifier (or short UUID) for analytics purposes or for storing Users' preferences. This identifier is generated upon installation of this Application, it persists between Application launches and updates, but it is lost when the User deletes the Application. A reinstall generates a new UUID.
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Unique device identification
This Application may track Users by storing a unique identifier of their device, for analytics purposes or for storing Users' preferences.
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Analysis and predictions based on the User’s Data (“profiling”)
The Owner may use the Personal and Usage Data collected through this Application to create or update User profiles. This type of Data processing allows the Owner to evaluate User choices, preferences and behaviour for the purposes outlined in the respective section of this document.
User profiles can also be created through the use of automated tools like algorithms, which can also be provided by third parties. To find out more about the profiling activities performed, Users can check the relevant sections of this document.
The User always has a right to object to this kind of profiling activity. To find out more about the User's rights and how to exercise them, the User is invited to consult the section of this document outlining the rights of the User.
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The Service is intended for adults
Users declare themselves to be adult according to their applicable legislation. Minors may not use this Application.
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Owner and Data Controller
Buddy Network GmbH
Simplonstraße 14
10245 Berlin
Owner contact email: d.m@buddynetwork.de
Full policy
Owner and Data Controller
Buddy Network GmbH
Simplonstraße 14
10245 Berlin
Owner contact email: d.m@buddynetwork.de
Types of Data collected
Among the types of Personal Data that this Application collects, by itself or through third parties, there are:
Usage Data; device information; number of sessions; session duration; Application opens; Application updates; first launches; operating systems; Tracker; Data communicated while using the service; app information; first name; country; email address; Social media accounts permission; Storage permission; Photo Library permission; geographic position; phone number; username; password; profile picture; Universally unique identifier (UUID); crash data.
Complete details on each type of Personal Data collected are provided in the dedicated sections of this privacy policy or by specific explanation texts displayed prior to the Data collection.
Personal Data may be freely provided by the User, or, in case of Usage Data, collected automatically when using this Application.
Unless specified otherwise, all Data requested by this Application is mandatory and failure to provide this Data may make it impossible for this Application to provide its services. In cases where this Application specifically states that some Data is not mandatory, Users are free not to communicate this Data without consequences to the availability or the functioning of the Service.
Users who are uncertain about which Personal Data is mandatory are welcome to contact the Owner.
Any use of Cookies – or of other tracking tools — by this Application or by the owners of third-party services used by this Application serves the purpose of providing the Service required by the User, in addition to any other purposes described in the present document.
Users are responsible for any third-party Personal Data obtained, published or shared through this Application.
Mode and place of processing the Data
Methods of processing
The Owner takes appropriate security measures to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, modification, or unauthorized destruction of the Data.
The Data processing is carried out using computers and/or IT enabled tools, following organizational procedures and modes strictly related to the purposes indicated. In addition to the Owner, in some cases, the Data may be accessible to certain types of persons in charge, involved with the operation of this Application (administration, sales, marketing, legal, system administration) or external parties (such as third-party technical service providers, mail carriers, hosting providers, IT companies, communications agencies) appointed, if necessary, as Data Processors by the Owner. The updated list of these parties may be requested from the Owner at any time.
Place
The Data is processed at the Owner's operating offices and in any other places where the parties involved in the processing are located.
Depending on the User's location, data transfers may involve transferring the User's Data to a country other than their own. To find out more about the place of processing of such transferred Data, Users can check the section containing details about the processing of Personal Data.
Retention time
Unless specified otherwise in this document, Personal Data shall be processed and stored for as long as required by the purpose they have been collected for and may be retained for longer due to applicable legal obligation or based on the Users’ consent.
The purposes of processing
The Data concerning the User is collected to allow the Owner to provide its Service, comply with its legal obligations, respond to enforcement requests, protect its rights and interests (or those of its Users or third parties), detect any malicious or fraudulent activity, as well as the following:
Analytics, Beta Testing, Contacting the User, Content performance and features testing (A/B testing), Device permissions for Personal Data access, Hosting and backend infrastructure, Location-based interactions, Managing contacts and sending messages, Platform services and hosting, Registration and authentication, Social features, Infrastructure monitoring, Advertising, Remarketing and behavioral targeting and Managing data collection and online surveys.
For specific information about the Personal Data used for each purpose, the User may refer to the section “Detailed information on the processing of Personal Data”.
Device permissions for Personal Data access
Depending on the User's specific device, this Application may request certain permissions that allow it to access the User's device Data as described below.
By default, these permissions must be granted by the User before the respective information can be accessed. Once the permission has been given, it can be revoked by the User at any time. In order to revoke these permissions, Users may refer to the device settings or contact the Owner for support at the contact details provided in the present document.
The exact procedure for controlling app permissions may be dependent on the User's device and software.
Please note that the revoking of such permissions might impact the proper functioning of this Application.
If User grants any of the permissions listed below, the respective Personal Data may be processed (i.e accessed to, modified or removed) by this Application.
Photo Library permission
Allows access to the User's Photo Library.
Social media accounts permission
Used for accessing the User's social media account profiles, such as Facebook and Twitter.
Storage permission
Used for accessing shared external storage, including the reading and adding of any items.
Detailed information on the processing of Personal Data
Personal Data is collected for the following purposes and using the following services:
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Advertising
This type of service allows User Data to be utilized for advertising communication purposes. These communications are displayed in the form of banners and other advertisements on this Application, possibly based on User interests.
This does not mean that all Personal Data are used for this purpose. Information and conditions of use are shown below.
Some of the services listed below may use Trackers for identifying Users, behavioral retargeting i.e. displaying ads tailored to the User’s interests and behavior, or to measure ads performance. For more information, please check the privacy policies of the relevant services.
Services of this kind usually offer the possibility to opt out of such tracking. In addition to any opt-out feature offered by any of the services below, Users may learn more on how to generally opt out of interest-based advertising within the dedicated section "How to opt-out of interest-based advertising" in this document.
Google Ads conversion tracking (Google Ireland Limited)
Google Ads conversion tracking is an analytics service provided by Google Ireland Limited that connects data from the Google Ads advertising network with actions performed on this Application.
Personal Data processed: Trackers; Usage Data.
Place of processing: Ireland – Privacy Policy.
Category of Personal Information collected according to the CCPA: internet or other electronic network activity information.
This processing constitutes:
Google Ad Manager (Google Ireland Limited)
Google Ad Manager is an advertising service provided by Google Ireland Limited that allows the Owner to run advertising campaigns in conjunction with external advertising networks that the Owner, unless otherwise specified in this document, has no direct relationship with.
In order to understand Google's use of data, consult Google's partner policy.
This service uses the “DoubleClick” Cookie, which tracks use of this Application and User behavior concerning ads, products and services offered.
Users may decide to disable all the DoubleClick Cookies by going to: Google Ad Settings.
Personal Data processed: Tracker; Usage Data.
Place of processing: Ireland – Privacy Policy.
Category of Personal Information collected according to the CCPA: internet or other electronic network activity information.
This processing constitutes:
- a Sale in California
- a Sharing in California
Google AdSense (Google Ireland Limited)
Google AdSense is an advertising service provided by Google Ireland Limited. This service uses the “DoubleClick” Cookie, which tracks use of this Application and User behavior concerning ads, products and services offered.
Users may decide to disable all the DoubleClick Cookies by going to: Google Ad Settings.
In order to understand Google's use of data, consult Google's partner policy.
Personal Data processed: Tracker; Usage Data.
Place of processing: Ireland – Privacy Policy – Opt Out.
Category of Personal Information collected according to the CCPA: internet or other electronic network activity information.
This processing constitutes:
- a Sale in California
- a Sharing in California
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Analytics
The services contained in this section enable the Owner to monitor and analyze web traffic and can be used to keep track of User behavior.
Google Analytics for Firebase (Google LLC)
Google Analytics for Firebase or Firebase Analytics is an analytics service provided by Google LLC.
In order to understand Google's use of Data, consult Google's partner policy.
Firebase Analytics may share Data with other tools provided by Firebase, such as Crash Reporting, Authentication, Remote Config or Notifications. The User may check this privacy policy to find a detailed explanation about the other tools used by the Owner.
This Application uses identifiers for mobile devices and technologies similar to cookies to run the Firebase Analytics service.
Users may opt-out of certain Firebase features through applicable device settings, such as the device advertising settings for mobile phones or by following the instructions in other Firebase related sections of this privacy policy, if available.
Personal Data processed: Application opens; Application updates; device information; first launches; number of sessions; operating systems; session duration; Usage Data.
Place of processing: United States – Privacy Policy.
Category of Personal Information collected according to the CCPA: internet or other electronic network activity information.
This processing constitutes:
Analytics collected directly (this Application)
This Application uses an internal analytics system that does not involve third parties.
Personal Data processed: Tracker; Usage Data.
Category of Personal Information collected according to the CCPA: internet or other electronic network activity information.
This processing constitutes:
Google Analytics (Universal Analytics) (Google Ireland Limited)
Google Analytics (Universal Analytics) is a web analysis service provided by Google Ireland Limited (“Google”). Google utilizes the Data collected to track and examine the use of this Application, to prepare reports on its activities and share them with other Google services.
Google may use the Data collected to contextualize and personalize the ads of its own advertising network.
In order to understand Google's use of Data, consult Google's partner policy.
Personal Data processed: Tracker; Usage Data.
Place of processing: Ireland – Privacy Policy – Opt Out.
Category of Personal Information collected according to the CCPA: internet or other electronic network activity information.
This processing constitutes:
- a Sale in the United States
Google Analytics (Universal Analytics) with anonymized IP (Google Ireland Limited)
Google Analytics (Universal Analytics) is a web analysis service provided by Google Ireland Limited (“Google”). Google utilizes the Data collected to track and examine the use of this Application, to prepare reports on its activities and share them with other Google services.
Google may use the Data collected to contextualize and personalize the ads of its own advertising network.
This integration of Google Analytics anonymizes your IP address. It works by shortening Users' IP addresses within member states of the European Union or in other contracting states to the Agreement on the European Economic Area. Only in exceptional cases will the complete IP address be sent to a Google server and shortened within the US.
In order to understand Google's use of Data, consult Google's partner policy.
Personal Data processed: Tracker; Usage Data.
Place of processing: Ireland – Privacy Policy – Opt Out.
Category of Personal Information collected according to the CCPA: internet or other electronic network activity information.
This processing constitutes:
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Beta Testing
This type of service makes it possible to manage User access to this Application, or parts of it, for the purpose of testing a certain feature or the entire Application.
The service provider may automatically collect data related to crashes and statistics related to the User's use of this Application in a personally identifiable form.
TestFlight (Apple Inc.)
TestFlight is a beta testing service provided by Apple Inc.
Personal Data processed: app information; Data communicated while using the service; device information; various types of Data as specified in the privacy policy of the service.
Place of processing: United States – Privacy Policy.
Category of Personal Information collected according to the CCPA: internet or other electronic network activity information.
This processing constitutes:
Beta by Crashlytics (Google Ireland Limited)
Beta by Crashlytics is a beta testing service provided by Google Ireland Limited.
Personal Data processed: app information.
Place of processing: Ireland – Privacy Policy.
Category of Personal Information collected according to the CCPA: internet or other electronic network activity information.
This processing constitutes:
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Contacting the User
Contact form (this Application)
By filling in the contact form with their Data, the User authorizes this Application to use these details to reply to requests for information, quotes or any other kind of request as indicated by the form’s header.
Personal Data processed: country; email address; first name.
Category of Personal Information collected according to the CCPA: identifiers.
This processing constitutes:
Mailing list or newsletter (this Application)
By registering on the mailing list or for the newsletter, the User’s email address will be added to the contact list of those who may receive email messages containing information of commercial or promotional nature concerning this Application. Your email address might also be added to this list as a result of signing up to this Application or after making a purchase.
Personal Data processed: email address; first name.
Category of Personal Information collected according to the CCPA: identifiers.
This processing constitutes:
- a Sale in Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah, Texas, Oregon and Montana
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Content performance and features testing (A/B testing)
The services contained in this section allow the Owner to track and analyze the User response concerning web traffic or behavior regarding changes to the structure, text or any other component of this Application.
Firebase Remote Config (Google LLC)
Firebase Remote Config is an A/B testing and configuration service provided by Google LLC.
Personal Data processed: various types of Data as specified in the privacy policy of the service.
Place of processing: United States – Privacy Policy.
Category of Personal Information collected according to the CCPA: internet or other electronic network activity information.
This processing constitutes:
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Device permissions for Personal Data access
This Application requests certain permissions from Users that allow it to access the User's device Data as described below.
Device permissions for Personal Data access (this Application)
This Application requests certain permissions from Users that allow it to access the User's device Data as summarized here and described within this document.
Personal Data processed: Photo Library permission; Social media accounts permission; Storage permission.
Category of Personal Information collected according to the CCPA: internet or other electronic network activity information.
This processing constitutes:
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Hosting and backend infrastructure
This type of service has the purpose of hosting Data and files that enable this Application to run and be distributed as well as to provide a ready-made infrastructure to run specific features or parts of this Application.
Some services among those listed below, if any, may work through geographically distributed servers, making it difficult to determine the actual location where the Personal Data are stored.
Firebase Cloud Functions (Google LLC)
Firebase Cloud Functions is a hosting and backend service provided by Google LLC.
Personal Data processed: Usage Data; various types of Data as specified in the privacy policy of the service.
Place of processing: United States – Privacy Policy.
Category of Personal Information collected according to the CCPA: internet or other electronic network activity information.
This processing constitutes:
Firebase Cloud Firestore (Google LLC)
Firebase Cloud Firestore is a hosting and backend service provided by Google LLC.
Personal Data processed: Usage Data; various types of Data as specified in the privacy policy of the service.
Place of processing: United States – Privacy Policy.
Category of Personal Information collected according to the CCPA: internet or other electronic network activity information.
This processing constitutes:
Firebase Cloud Storage (Google Ireland Limited)
Firebase Cloud Storage is a hosting service provided by Google Ireland Limited.
Personal Data processed: Usage Data; various types of Data as specified in the privacy policy of the service.
Place of processing: Germany – Privacy Policy.
Category of Personal Information collected according to the CCPA: internet or other electronic network activity information.
This processing constitutes:
Firebase Realtime Database (Google Ireland Limited)
Firebase Realtime Database is a hosting and backend service provided by Google Ireland Limited.
Personal Data processed: Usage Data; various types of Data as specified in the privacy policy of the service.
Place of processing: Ireland – Privacy Policy.
Category of Personal Information collected according to the CCPA: internet or other electronic network activity information.
This processing constitutes:
Firebase Hosting (Google Ireland Limited)
Firebase Hosting is a hosting service provided by Google Ireland Limited.
Personal Data processed: various types of Data as specified in the privacy policy of the service.
Place of processing: Ireland – Privacy Policy.
Category of Personal Information collected according to the CCPA: internet or other electronic network activity information.
This processing constitutes:
Google BigQuery (Google LLC)
Google BigQuery is a hosting and backend service provided by Google LLC.
Personal Data processed: various types of Data as specified in the privacy policy of the service.
Place of processing: United States – Privacy Policy.
Category of Personal Information collected according to the CCPA: internet or other electronic network activity information.
This processing constitutes:
Google Cloud Storage (Google LLC)
Google Cloud Storage is a hosting service provided by Google LLC.
Personal Data processed: various types of Data as specified in the privacy policy of the service.
Place of processing: Germany – Privacy Policy.
Category of Personal Information collected according to the CCPA: internet or other electronic network activity information.
This processing constitutes:
Google App Engine (Google LLC)
Google App Engine is a hosting service provided by Google LLC.
Personal Data processed: various types of Data as specified in the privacy policy of the service.
Place of processing: Germany – Privacy Policy.
Category of Personal Information collected according to the CCPA: identifiers.
This processing constitutes:
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Infrastructure monitoring
This type of service allows this Application to monitor the use and behavior of its components so its performance, operation, maintenance and troubleshooting can be improved.
Which Personal Data are processed depends on the characteristics and mode of implementation of these services, whose function is to filter the activities of this Application.
Crashlytics (Google Ireland Limited)
Crashlytics is a monitoring service provided by Google Ireland Limited.
Personal Data processed: crash data; device information; Universally unique identifier (UUID).
Place of processing: Ireland – Privacy Policy.
Category of Personal Information collected according to the CCPA: identifiers; internet or other electronic network activity information.
This processing constitutes:
Firebase Performance Monitoring (Google Ireland Limited)
Firebase Performance Monitoring is a monitoring service provided by Google Ireland Limited.
Personal Data processed: various types of Data as specified in the privacy policy of the service.
Place of processing: Ireland – Privacy Policy.
Category of Personal Information collected according to the CCPA: internet or other electronic network activity information.
This processing constitutes:
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Location-based interactions
Geolocation (this Application)
This Application may collect, use, and share User location Data in order to provide location-based services.
Most browsers and devices provide tools to opt out from this feature by default. If explicit authorization has been provided, the User’s location data may be tracked by this Application.
Personal Data processed: geographic position.
Category of Personal Information collected according to the CCPA: geolocation data.
This processing constitutes:
- a Sale in Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah, Texas, Oregon and Montana
- a Sharing in California
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Targeted Advertising in Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah, Texas, Oregon and Montana
Non-continuous geolocation (this Application)
This Application may collect, use, and share User location Data in order to provide location-based services.
Most browsers and devices provide tools to opt out from this feature by default. If explicit authorization has been provided, the User’s location data may be tracked by this Application.
The geographic location of the User is determined in a manner that isn't continuous, either at the specific request of the User or when the User doesn't point out its current location in the appropriate field and allows the application to detect the position automatically.
Personal Data processed: geographic position.
Category of Personal Information collected according to the CCPA: geolocation data.
This processing constitutes:
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Managing contacts and sending messages
This type of service makes it possible to manage a database of email contacts, phone contacts or any other contact information to communicate with the User.
These services may also collect data concerning the date and time when the message was viewed by the User, as well as when the User interacted with it, such as by clicking on links included in the message.
Firebase Cloud Messaging (Google LLC)
Firebase Cloud Messaging is a message sending service provided by Google LLC. Firebase Cloud Messaging allows the Owner to send messages and notifications to Users across platforms such as Android, iOS, and the web. Messages can be sent to single devices, groups of devices, or specific topics or User segments.
Personal Data processed: various types of Data as specified in the privacy policy of the service.
Place of processing: United States – Privacy Policy.
Category of Personal Information collected according to the CCPA: internet or other electronic network activity information.
This processing constitutes:
- a Sale in California
- a Sharing in California
Firebase Notifications (Google Ireland Limited)
Firebase Notifications is a message sending service provided by Google Ireland Limited. Firebase Notifications can be integrated with Firebase Analytics to target analytics-based audiences and track opening and conversion events.
Personal Data processed: various types of Data as specified in the privacy policy of the service.
Place of processing: Ireland – Privacy Policy.
Category of Personal Information collected according to the CCPA: internet or other electronic network activity information.
This processing constitutes:
- a Sale in California
- a Sharing in California
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Managing data collection and online surveys
This type of service allows this Application to manage the creation, deployment, administration, distribution and analysis of online forms and surveys in order to collect, save and reuse Data from any responding Users.
The Personal Data collected depend on the information asked and provided by the Users in the corresponding online form.
These services may be integrated with a wide range of third-party services to enable the Owner to take subsequent steps with the Data processed - e.g. managing contacts, sending messages, analytics, advertising and payment processing.
Typeform (TYPEFORM S.L)
Typeform is a form builder and data collection platform provided by TYPEFORM S.L.
Personal Data processed: email address; first name.
Place of processing: Spain – Privacy Policy.
Category of Personal Information collected according to the CCPA: identifiers.
This processing constitutes:
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Platform services and hosting
These services have the purpose of hosting and running key components of this Application, therefore allowing the provision of this Application from within a unified platform. Such platforms provide a wide range of tools to the Owner – e.g. analytics, user registration, commenting, database management, e-commerce, payment processing – that imply the collection and handling of Personal Data.
Some of these services work through geographically distributed servers, making it difficult to determine the actual location where the Personal Data are stored.
Apple App Store (Apple Inc.)
This Application is distributed on Apple's App Store, a platform for the distribution of mobile apps, provided by Apple Inc.
By virtue of being distributed via this app store, Apple collects basic analytics and provides reporting features that enables the Owner to view usage analytics data and measure the performance of this Application. Much of this information is processed on an opt-in basis.
Users may opt-out of this analytics feature directly through their device settings. More information on how to manage analysis settings can be found on this page.
Personal Data processed: Usage Data.
Place of processing: United States – Privacy Policy.
Category of Personal Information collected according to the CCPA: internet or other electronic network activity information.
This processing constitutes:
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Registration and authentication
By registering or authenticating, Users allow this Application to identify them and give them access to dedicated services.
Depending on what is described below, third parties may provide registration and authentication services. In this case, this Application will be able to access some Data, stored by these third-party services, for registration or identification purposes.
Some of the services listed below may also collect Personal Data for targeting and profiling purposes; to find out more, please refer to the description of each service.
Firebase Authentication (Google LLC)
Firebase Authentication is a registration and authentication service provided by Google LLC.
To simplify the registration and authentication process, Firebase Authentication can make use of third-party identity providers and save the information on its platform.
Personal Data processed: password; phone number; profile picture; username.
Place of processing: United States – Privacy Policy.
Category of Personal Information collected according to the CCPA: identifiers; audio, electronic, visual, thermal, olfactory, or similar information.
This processing constitutes:
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Remarketing and behavioral targeting
This type of service allows this Application and its partners to inform, optimize and serve advertising based on past use of this Application by the User.
This activity is facilitated by tracking Usage Data and by using Trackers to collect information which is then transferred to the partners that manage the remarketing and behavioral targeting activity.
Some services offer a remarketing option based on email address lists.
In addition to any opt-out feature provided by any of the services below, Users may opt out by visiting the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page.
Users may also opt-out of certain advertising features through applicable device settings, such as the device advertising settings for mobile phones or ads settings in general.
Google Ads Remarketing (Google Ireland Limited)
Google Ads Remarketing is a remarketing and behavioral targeting service provided by Google Ireland Limited that connects the activity of this Application with the Google Ads advertising network and the DoubleClick Cookie.
Users can opt out of Google's use of Trackers for ads personalization by visiting Google's Ads Settings.
Personal Data processed: Tracker; Usage Data.
Place of processing: Ireland – Privacy Policy – Opt Out.
Category of Personal Information collected according to the CCPA: internet or other electronic network activity information.
This processing constitutes:
- a Sale in California
- a Sharing in California
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Social features
Firebase Dynamic Links (Google LLC)
Firebase Dynamic Links is a social feature provided by Google LLC.
Dynamic Links are tracked within Firebase or Google Analytics for Firebase, which informs the Owner about the details of the User journey to and within this Application.
Personal Data processed: various types of Data as specified in the privacy policy of the service.
Place of processing: United States – Privacy Policy.
Category of Personal Information collected according to the CCPA: internet or other electronic network activity information.
This processing constitutes:
Firebase Invites (Google Ireland Limited)
Firebase Invites is a social feature provided by Google Ireland Limited that enables Users to share this Application. The sharing may contain referral codes, or content from within this Application and may be done via email or SMS. Sharing is tracked with Google Analytics for Firebase, which informs the Owner that the User has opened or installed this Application via invite.
Personal Data processed: various types of Data as specified in the privacy policy of the service.
Place of processing: Ireland – Privacy Policy.
Category of Personal Information collected according to the CCPA: internet or other electronic network activity information.
This processing constitutes:
Public profile (this Application)
Users may have public profiles that other Users can display. In addition to the Personal Data provided, this profile may contain Users' interactions with this Application.
Personal Data processed: first name; geographic position; username.
Category of Personal Information collected according to the CCPA: identifiers; geolocation data.
This processing constitutes:
Information on opting out of interest-based advertising
In addition to any opt-out feature provided by any of the services listed in this document, Users may follow the instructions provided by
YourOnlineChoices (EU),
the Network Advertising Initiative (US) and
the Digital Advertising Alliance (US),
DAAC (Canada),
DDAI (Japan)
or other similar initiatives. Such initiatives allow Users to select their tracking preferences for most of the advertising tools. The Owner thus recommends that Users make use of these resources in addition to the information provided in this document.
The Digital Advertising Alliance offers an application called AppChoices that helps Users to control interest-based advertising on mobile apps.
Users may also opt out of certain advertising features through applicable device settings, such as the device advertising settings for mobile phones or ads settings in general.
Further information about the processing of Personal Data
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Use of contact data for contact matching and invitation purposes
Using the data of contacts stored in the contact directory of the User device, it can be checked whether these contacts also use our application. For this purpose, the telephone numbers of the contacts are uploaded to our server, used only for the purpose of matching and then deleted. The use of the contact information requires the User's authorization, which can be revoked at any time.
Users are reminded that permission must be granted to process the contact information and, especially in the case of natural persons, their consent or legal permission is required.
Furthermore, with the Users' consent, we can also match contact information using interfaces to other providers (e.g. Snapchat or WhatsApp) and further refer to the data protection information of the respective providers.
It is also possible to invite friends via individual contact options of the Users, e.g. by e-mail. We point out to the Users that contact requests may not bother other Users and should only be made to Users who agree to it.
Services and service providers being used:
Snap Inc., 3000 31st Street, Santa Monica, California 90405, USA; Website: https://kit.snapchat.com/; Privacy Policy: https://www.snap.com/en-US/privacy/privacy-policy; Standard Contractual Clauses (Safeguarding the level of data protection when processing data in third countries): https://businesshelp.snapchat.com/en-US/article/standard-contractual-clauses.
WhatsApp Inc. WhatsApp Legal 1601 Willow Road Menlo Park, California 94025, USA; Website: https://www.whatsapp.com/; Privacy Policy: https://www.whatsapp.com/legal; Privacy Shield (Safeguarding the level of data protection when processing data in the USA): https://www.privacyshield.gov/participant?id=a2zt0000000TSnwAAG&status=Active.
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Chat functions
Users can exchange individual messages with other users within the framework of chat functions. We process the content exchanged between Users solely for the purpose of providing the communication.
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Publishing content and respecting the rights of third parties
Users can publish content (e.g. text or images) in their accounts that is accessible to their friends. We would like to point out to the users that the contents written may not violate applicable law, as well as comply with applicable moral concepts that are reasonable for the users and that the persons named or depicted must either have given their consent to the publication or a legal permission of the publication must be available.
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Single Sign-on authentication
"Single Sign-On" or "Single Sign-On Authentication or Logon" are procedures that allow Users to log in to our online services using a User account with a provider of Single Sign-On services (e.g. a social network). The prerequisite for Single Sign-On Authentication is that Users are registered with the respective Single Sign-On provider and enter the required access data in the online form provided for this purpose, or are already logged in with the Single Sign-On provider and confirm the Single Sign-On login via the button.
Authentication takes place directly with the respective single sign-on provider. Within the scope of such authentication, we receive a User ID with the information that the User is logged in with the respective single sign-on provider under this User ID and an ID that cannot be used for other purposes (so-called "User handle"). Whether we receive further data depends solely on the single sign-on procedure used, the data releases selected as part of authentication and also which data Users have released in the privacy or other settings of the User account with the single sign-on provider. Depending on the single sign-on provider and the User's choice, there can be different data, usually the e-mail address and the User name. The password entered by the single sign-on provider as part of the single sign-on procedure is neither visible to us nor is it stored by us.
Users are requested to note that their data stored with us can be automatically compared with their User account with the single sign-on provider, but this is not always possible or actual. If, for example, the e-mail addresses of Users change, Users must change these manually in their User account with us.
We can use single sign-on authentication, provided that it has been agreed with Users in the context of pre-fulfillment or fulfilment of the contract, in the context of consent processing and otherwise use it on the basis of our legitimate interests and the interests of Users in an effective and secure authentication system.
Should Users decide to no longer want to use the link of their User account with the Single Sign-On provider for the Single Sign-On procedure, they must remove this link within their User account with the Single Sign-On provider. If Users wish to delete their data from us, they must cancel their registration with us.
Services and service providers being used:
Apple Inc., Infinite Loop, Cupertino, CA 95014, USA; Website: https://www.apple.com; Privacy Policy: https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy/en-ww/.
Snap Inc., 3000 31st Street, Santa Monica, California 90405, USA; Website: https://kit.snapchat.com/; Privacy Policy: https://www.snap.com/en-US/privacy/privacy-policy, Standard Contractual Clauses (Safeguarding the level of data protection when processing data in third countries): https://businesshelp.snapchat.com/en-US/article/standard-contractual-clauses.
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ChatGTP API by openAI
We provide individualized replies possibilities using the ChatGPT API by OpenAI:
https://openai.com/policies/terms-of-use
We take your privacy very seriously and are committed to protecting your personal information. We use the ChatGPT API by OpenAI to provide individualized answer possibilities for your uploaded screenshots. Furthermore, we will only collect and use your personal information in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws.
When you use our service, we may collect certain information from you, including the prompts and text detected inside the uploaded screenshots. This information will be used solely to provide you with the best possible answers using the ChatGPT API. We will not sell your information to any third parties.
We may use cookies or other technologies to collect information about how you use our service, such as the pages you visit and the time spent on each page. This information will be used solely to improve our service and provide a better user experience.
By using our service, you agree to the terms of condition and this Privacy Policy.
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Google Vision API and Screenshoot ORC
We use Google Vision (https://cloud.google.com/terms, https://developers.google.com/terms) to detect text in the screenshots uploaded by users. The text is then extracted and sent to the ChatGPT API from OpenAI. The information collected from the user is used solely for the purpose of providing the requested service.
You agree to the following terms and conditions:
By uploading the screenshots, you agree that you have obtained the necessary approval(s) and consent from all users mentioned in the screenshots. We will not be responsible for any legal issues that may arise if you fail to obtain the necessary approvals.
You are responsible for any content that you upload to our service. You agree that you will not upload any content that is illegal, infringes on the rights of others, or is otherwise offensive or inappropriate.
You acknowledge that we use Google Vision to detect text in the screenshots and extract it. This information is then sent to the OpenAI API to generate prompts based on the extracted text.
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Push notifications
This Application may send push notifications to the User to achieve the purposes outlined in this privacy policy.
Users may in most cases opt-out of receiving push notifications by visiting their device settings, such as the notification settings for mobile phones, and then change those settings for this Application, some or all of the apps on the particular device.
Users must be aware that disabling push notifications may negatively affect the utility of this Application.
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Push notifications based on the User's geographic location
This Application may use the User's geographic location to send push notifications for the purposes outlined in this privacy policy.
Users may in most cases opt-out of receiving push notifications by visiting their device settings, such as the notification settings for mobile phones, and then changing those settings for some or all of the apps on the particular device.
Users must be aware that disabling push notifications may negatively affect the utility of this Application.
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Push notifications for direct marketing
This Application may send push notifications to the User for the purpose of direct marketing (to propose services and products provided by third parties or unrelated to the product or service provided by this Application).
Users may in most cases opt-out of receiving push notifications by visiting their device settings, such as the notification settings for mobile phones, and then changing those settings for this Application or all of the apps on the particular device.
Users must be aware that disabling push notifications may negatively affect the utility of this Application.
Besides applicable device settings, the User may also make use of the rights described under User rights in the relevant section of this privacy policy.
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The Service is not directed to children under the age of 13
Users declare themselves to be adult according to their applicable legislation. Minors may use this Application only with the assistance of a parent or guardian. Under no circumstance persons under the age of 13 may use this Application.
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Personal Data collected through sources other than the User
The Owner of this Application may have legitimately collected Personal Data relating to Users without their knowledge by reusing or sourcing them from third parties on the grounds mentioned in the section specifying the legal basis of processing.
Where the Owner has collected Personal Data in such a manner, Users may find specific information regarding the source within the relevant sections of this document or by contacting the Owner.
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User identification via a universally unique identifier (UUID)
This Application may track Users by storing a so-called universally unique identifier (or short UUID) for analytics purposes or for storing Users' preferences. This identifier is generated upon installation of this Application, it persists between Application launches and updates, but it is lost when the User deletes the Application. A reinstall generates a new UUID.
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Unique device identification
This Application may track Users by storing a unique identifier of their device, for analytics purposes or for storing Users' preferences.
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Analysis and predictions based on the User’s Data (“profiling”)
The Owner may use the Personal and Usage Data collected through this Application to create or update User profiles. This type of Data processing allows the Owner to evaluate User choices, preferences and behaviour for the purposes outlined in the respective section of this document.
User profiles can also be created through the use of automated tools like algorithms, which can also be provided by third parties. To find out more about the profiling activities performed, Users can check the relevant sections of this document.
The User always has a right to object to this kind of profiling activity. To find out more about the User's rights and how to exercise them, the User is invited to consult the section of this document outlining the rights of the User.
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The Service is intended for adults
Users declare themselves to be adult according to their applicable legislation. Minors may not use this Application.
Legal basis of processing
The Owner may process Personal Data relating to Users if one of the following applies:
- Users have given their consent for one or more specific purposes.
- provision of Data is necessary for the performance of an agreement with the User and/or for any pre-contractual obligations thereof;
- processing is necessary for compliance with a legal obligation to which the Owner is subject;
- processing is related to a task that is carried out in the public interest or in the exercise of official authority vested in the Owner;
- processing is necessary for the purposes of the legitimate interests pursued by the Owner or by a third party.
In any case, the Owner will gladly help to clarify the specific legal basis that applies to the processing, and in particular whether the provision of Personal Data is a statutory or contractual requirement, or a requirement necessary to enter into a contract.
Further information about retention time
Unless specified otherwise in this document, Personal Data shall be processed and stored for as long as required by the purpose they have been collected for and may be retained for longer due to applicable legal obligation or based on the Users’ consent.
Therefore:
- Personal Data collected for purposes related to the performance of a contract between the Owner and the User shall be retained until such contract has been fully performed.
- Personal Data collected for the purposes of the Owner’s legitimate interests shall be retained as long as needed to fulfill such purposes. Users may find specific information regarding the legitimate interests pursued by the Owner within the relevant sections of this document or by contacting the Owner.
The Owner may be allowed to retain Personal Data for a longer period whenever the User has given consent to such processing, as long as such consent is not withdrawn. Furthermore, the Owner may be obliged to retain Personal Data for a longer period whenever required to fulfil a legal obligation or upon order of an authority.
Once the retention period expires, Personal Data shall be deleted. Therefore, the right of access, the right to erasure, the right to rectification and the right to data portability cannot be enforced after expiration of the retention period.
The rights of Users based on the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
Users may exercise certain rights regarding their Data processed by the Owner.
In particular, Users have the right to do the following, to the extent permitted by law:
- Withdraw their consent at any time. Users have the right to withdraw consent where they have previously given their consent to the processing of their Personal Data.
- Object to processing of their Data. Users have the right to object to the processing of their Data if the processing is carried out on a legal basis other than consent.
- Access their Data. Users have the right to learn if Data is being processed by the Owner, obtain disclosure regarding certain aspects of the processing and obtain a copy of the Data undergoing processing.
- Verify and seek rectification. Users have the right to verify the accuracy of their Data and ask for it to be updated or corrected.
- Restrict the processing of their Data. Users have the right to restrict the processing of their Data. In this case, the Owner will not process their Data for any purpose other than storing it.
- Have their Personal Data deleted or otherwise removed. Users have the right to obtain the erasure of their Data from the Owner.
- Receive their Data and have it transferred to another controller. Users have the right to receive their Data in a structured, commonly used and machine readable format and, if technically feasible, to have it transmitted to another controller without any hindrance.
- Lodge a complaint. Users have the right to bring a claim before their competent data protection authority.
Users are also entitled to learn about the legal basis for Data transfers abroad including to any international organization governed by public international law or set up by two or more countries, such as the UN, and about the security measures taken by the Owner to safeguard their Data.
Details about the right to object to processing
Where Personal Data is processed for a public interest, in the exercise of an official authority vested in the Owner or for the purposes of the legitimate interests pursued by the Owner, Users may object to such processing by providing a ground related to their particular situation to justify the objection.
Users must know that, however, should their Personal Data be processed for direct marketing purposes, they can object to that processing at any time, free of charge and without providing any justification. Where the User objects to processing for direct marketing purposes, the Personal Data will no longer be processed for such purposes. To learn whether the Owner is processing Personal Data for direct marketing purposes, Users may refer to the relevant sections of this document.
How to exercise these rights
Any requests to exercise User rights can be directed to the Owner through the contact details provided in this document. Such requests are free of charge and will be answered by the Owner as early as possible and always within one month, providing Users with the information required by law. Any rectification or erasure of Personal Data or restriction of processing will be communicated by the Owner to each recipient, if any, to whom the Personal Data has been disclosed unless this proves impossible or involves disproportionate effort. At the Users’ request, the Owner will inform them about those recipients.
Further information for Users
in the United States
This part of the document integrates with and supplements the information contained in the rest of the privacy policy and is provided by the business running this Application and, if the case may be, its parent, subsidiaries and affiliates (for the purposes of this section referred to collectively as “we”, “us”, “our”).
The information contained in this section applies to all Users (Users are referred to below, simply as “you”, “your”, “yours”), who are residents in the following states: California, Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah, Texas, Oregon and Montana.
For such Users, this information supersedes any other possibly divergent or conflicting provisions contained in the privacy policy.
This part of the document uses the term Personal Information
(and Sensitive Personal Information).
Notice at collection
The following Notice at collection provides you with timely notice about the categories of Personal Information collected or disclosed in the past 12 months so that you can exercise meaningful control over our use of that Information.
While such categorization of Personal Information is mainly based on California privacy laws, it can also be helpful for anyone who is not a California resident to get a general idea of what types of Personal Information are collected.
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Internet or other electronic network activity information
Personal Information collected or disclosed:
Usage Data, device information, number of sessions, session duration, Application opens, Application updates, first launches, operating systems, Tracker, Data communicated while using the service, various types of Data as specified in the privacy policy of the service, app information, Social media accounts permission, Storage permission, Photo Library permission, Universally unique identifier (UUID), crash data, Trackers
Purposes:
- Analytics
- Beta Testing
- Content performance and features testing (A/B testing)
- Device permissions for Personal Data access
- Further information about Personal Data
- Hosting and backend infrastructure
- Managing contacts and sending messages
- Platform services and hosting
- Social features
- Infrastructure monitoring
- Advertising
- Remarketing and behavioral targeting
Retention period:
for the time necessary to fulfill the purpose
Sold or Shared ℹ️:
Yes
Targeted Advertising: ℹ️:
Yes
Third-parties: Google LLC, Apple Inc., Google Ireland Limited
Service providers or contractors: this Application
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Identifiers
Personal Information collected or disclosed:
first name, country, email address, phone number, profile picture, geographic position, Universally unique identifier (UUID), crash data, device information, various types of Data as specified in the privacy policy of the service
Sensitive Personal Information collected or disclosed ℹ️:
username, password
Purposes:
- Contacting the User
- Registration and authentication
- Social features
- Infrastructure monitoring
- Managing data collection and online surveys
- Hosting and backend infrastructure
Retention period:
for the time necessary to fulfill the purpose
Sold or Shared ℹ️:
Yes
Targeted Advertising: ℹ️:
Yes
Third-parties: Google LLC, Google Ireland Limited, TYPEFORM S.L
Service providers or contractors: this Application
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Geolocation data
Personal Information collected or disclosed:
geographic position, first name
Sensitive Personal Information collected or disclosed ℹ️:
username
Purposes:
- Location-based interactions
- Social features
Retention period:
for the time necessary to fulfill the purpose
Sold or Shared ℹ️:
Yes
Targeted Advertising: ℹ️:
Yes
Service providers or contractors: this Application
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Audio, electronic, visual, thermal, olfactory, or similar information
Personal Information collected or disclosed:
phone number, profile picture
Sensitive Personal Information collected or disclosed ℹ️:
username, password
Purposes:
- Registration and authentication
Retention period:
for the time necessary to fulfill the purpose
Sold or Shared ℹ️:
Yes
Targeted Advertising: ℹ️:
Yes
Third-parties: Google LLC
ℹ️ You can read the definitions of these concepts inside the “Definitions and legal references section” of the privacy policy.
To know more about your rights in particular to opt out of certain processing activities and to limit the use of your sensitive personal information (“Limit the Use of My Sensitive Personal Information”) you can refer to the “Your privacy rights under US state laws” section of our privacy policy.
For more details on the collection of Personal Information, please read the section “Detailed information on the processing of Personal Data” of our privacy policy.
We won’t process your Information for unexpected purposes, or for purposes that are not reasonably necessary to and compatible with the purposes originally disclosed, without your consent.
What are the sources of the Personal Information we collect?
We collect the above-mentioned categories of Personal Information, either directly or indirectly, from you when you use this Application.
For example, you directly provide your Personal Information when you submit requests via any forms on this Application. You also provide Personal Information indirectly when you navigate this Application, as Personal Information about you is automatically observed and collected.
Finally, we may collect your Personal Information from third parties that work with us in connection with the Service or with the functioning of this Application and features thereof.
Your privacy rights under US state laws
You may exercise certain rights regarding your Personal Information. In particular, to the extent permitted by applicable law, you have:
- the right to access Personal Information: the right to know. You have the right to request that we confirm whether or not we are processing your Personal Information. You also have the right to access such Personal Information;
- the right to correct inaccurate Personal Information. You have the right to request that we correct any inaccurate Personal Information we maintain about you;
- the right to request the deletion of your Personal Information. You have the right to request that we delete any of your Personal Information;
- the right to obtain a copy of your Personal Information. We will provide your Personal Information in a portable and usable format that allows you to transfer data easily to another entity – provided that this is technically feasible;
- the right to opt out from the Sale of your Personal Information; We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.
- the right to non-discrimination.
Additional rights for Users residing in California
In addition to the rights listed above common to all Users in the United States, as a User residing in California, you have
- The right to opt out of the Sharing of your Personal Information for cross-context behavioral advertising;
- The right to request to limit our use or disclosure of your Sensitive Personal Information to only that which is necessary to perform the services or provide the goods, as is reasonably expected by an average consumer. Please note that certain exceptions outlined in the law may apply, such as, when the collection and processing of Sensitive Personal Information is necessary to verify or maintain the quality or safety of our service.
Additional rights for Users residing in Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Texas, Oregon and Montana
In addition to the rights listed above common to all Users in the United States, as a User residing in Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Texas and Oregon, you have
- The right to opt out of the processing of your personal information for Targeted Advertising or profiling in furtherance of decisions that produce legal or similarly significant effects concerning you;
- The right to freely give, deny or withdraw your consent for the processing of your Sensitive Personal Information. Please note that certain exceptions outlined in the law may apply, such as, but not limited to, when the collection and processing of Sensitive Personal Information is necessary for the provision of a product or service specifically requested by the consumer.
Additional rights for users residing in Utah
In addition to the rights listed above common to all Users in the United States, as a User residing in Utah, you have
- The right to opt out of the processing of your Personal Information for Targeted Advertising;
- The right to opt out of the processing of your Sensitive Personal Information. Please note that certain exceptions outlined in the law may apply, such as, but not limited to, when the collection and processing of Sensitive Personal Information is necessary for the provision of a product or service specifically requested by the consumer.
How to exercise your privacy rights under US state laws
To exercise the rights described above, you need to submit your request to us by contacting us via the contact details provided in this document.
For us to respond to your request, we must know who you are. We will not respond to any request if we are unable to verify your identity and therefore confirm the Personal Information in our possession relates to you. You are not required to create an account with us to submit your request. We will use any Personal Information collected from you in connection with the verification of your request solely for verification and shall not further disclose the Personal Information, retain it longer than necessary for purposes of verification, or use it for unrelated purposes.
If you are an adult, you can make a request on behalf of a child under your parental authority.
How to exercise your rights to opt out
In addition to what is stated above, to exercise your right to opt-out of Sale or Sharing and Targeted Advertising you can also use the privacy choices link provided on this Application.
If you want to submit requests to opt out of Sale or Sharing and Targeted Advertising activities via a user-enabled global privacy control, such as for example the Global Privacy Control (“GPC”), you are free to do so and we will abide by such request in a frictionless manner.
How and when we are expected to handle your request
We will respond to your request without undue delay, but in all cases within the timeframe required by applicable law. Should we need more time, we will explain to you the reasons why, and how much more time we need.
Should we deny your request, we will explain to you the reasons behind our denial (where envisaged by applicable law you may then contact the relevant authority to submit a complaint).
We do not charge a fee to process or respond to your request unless such request is manifestly unfounded or excessive and in all other cases where it is permitted by the applicable law. In such cases, we may charge a reasonable fee or refuse to act on the request. In either case, we will communicate our choices and explain the reasons behind them.
Additional information about Data collection and processing
Legal action
The User's Personal Data may be used for legal purposes by the Owner in Court or in the stages leading to possible legal action arising from improper use of this Application or the related Services.
The User declares to be aware that the Owner may be required to reveal personal data upon request of public authorities.
Additional information about User's Personal Data
In addition to the information contained in this privacy policy, this Application may provide the User with additional and contextual information concerning particular Services or the collection and processing of Personal Data upon request.
System logs and maintenance
For operation and maintenance purposes, this Application and any third-party services may collect files that record interaction with this Application (System logs) or use other Personal Data (such as the IP Address) for this purpose.
More details concerning the collection or processing of Personal Data may be requested from the Owner at any time. Please see the contact information at the beginning of this document.
Changes to this privacy policy
The Owner reserves the right to make changes to this privacy policy at any time by notifying its Users on this page and possibly within this Application and/or - as far as technically and legally feasible - sending a notice to Users via any contact information available to the Owner. It is strongly recommended to check this page often, referring to the date of the last modification listed at the bottom.
Should the changes affect processing activities performed on the basis of the User’s consent, the Owner shall collect new consent from the User, where required.
Definitions and legal references
Personal Data (or Data)
/ Personal Information (or Information)
Any information that directly, indirectly, or in connection with other information — including a personal identification number — allows for the identification or identifiability of a natural person.
Sensitive Personal Information
Sensitive Personal Information means any Personal Information that is not publicly available and reveals information considered sensitive according to the applicable privacy law.
Usage Data
Information collected automatically through this Application (or third-party services employed in this Application), which can include: the IP addresses or domain names of the computers utilized by the Users who use this Application, the URI addresses (Uniform Resource Identifier), the time of the request, the method utilized to submit the request to the server, the size of the file received in response, the numerical code indicating the status of the server's answer (successful outcome, error, etc.), the country of origin, the features of the browser and the operating system utilized by the User, the various time details per visit (e.g., the time spent on each page within the Application) and the details about the path followed within the Application with special reference to the sequence of pages visited, and other parameters about the device operating system and/or the User's IT environment.
User
The individual using this Application who, unless otherwise specified, coincides with the Data Subject.
Data Subject
The natural person to whom the Personal Data refers.
Data Processor (or Processor)
The natural or legal person, public authority, agency or other body which processes Personal Data on behalf of the Controller, as described in this privacy policy.
Data Controller (or Owner)
The natural or legal person, public authority, agency or other body which, alone or jointly with others, determines the purposes and means of the processing of Personal Data, including the security measures concerning the operation and use of this Application. The Data Controller, unless otherwise specified, is the Owner of this Application.
This Application
The means by which the Personal Data of the User is collected and processed.
Service
The service provided by this Application as described in the relative terms (if available) and on this site/application.
Sale
Sale means any exchange of Personal Information by the Owner to a third party, for monetary or other valuable consideration, as defined by the applicable privacy US state law. Please note that the exchange of Personal Information with a service provider pursuant to a written contract that meets the requirements set by the applicable law, does not constitute a Sale of your Personal Information.
Sharing
Sharing means any sharing, renting, releasing, disclosing, disseminating, making available, transferring, or otherwise communicating orally, in writing, or by electronic or other means, a consumer's Personal Information by the business to a third party for cross-context behavioral advertising, whether for monetary or other valuable consideration, including transactions between a business and a third party for cross-context behavioral advertising for the benefit of a business in which no money is exchanged, as defined by the California privacy laws. Please note that the exchange of Personal Information with a service provider pursuant to a written contract that meets the requirements set by the California privacy laws, does not constitute sharing of your Personal Information.
Targeted advertising
Targeted advertising means displaying advertisements to a consumer where the advertisement is selected based on Personal Information obtained from that consumer’s activities over time and across nonaffiliated websites or online applications to predict such consumer’s preferences or interests, as defined by the applicable privacy US state law.
European Union (or EU)
Unless otherwise specified, all references made within this document to the European Union include all current member states to the European Union and the European Economic Area.
Cookie
Cookies are Trackers consisting of small sets of data stored in the User's browser.
Tracker
Tracker indicates any technology - e.g Cookies, unique identifiers, web beacons, embedded scripts, e-tags and fingerprinting - that enables the tracking of Users, for example by accessing or storing information on the User’s device.
Legal information
This privacy statement has been prepared based on provisions of multiple legislations.
This privacy policy relates solely to this Application, if not stated otherwise within this document.