PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: March 4, 2024

AppInnovations OU, is a company registered in accordance with the Estonian law, situated at Harju maakond, Tallinn, Kesklinna linnaosa, Kaupmehe tn 7-120, 10114, that operates the Website https://appinnovations.net.

Your privacy and trust are of utmost importance to us. Incorporated into our comprehensive Terms of Use (the “Agreement”), our Privacy Policy serves as an integral component outlining the specifics of data collection, including when and where it occurs, the purposes behind it, the legal basis for processing your data, our utilization practices, potential circumstances for data sharing, your rights concerning personal information, and the stringent measures we implement to safeguard your data's security.

By accessing and utilizing the Website, you acknowledge and confirm that (I) you have thoroughly reviewed, comprehended, and consented to abide by this Privacy Policy, and (II) you are either over the age of 18 or have obtained consent from your parent or guardian regarding this Privacy Policy. Should you disagree or be unable to make this commitment, refrain from using the Website. In such instances, you are required to (a) reach out to us to request the deletion of your data, and (b) cease accessing or utilizing the Website.

1. DATA CONTROLLER AND DATA PROCESSORS

1.1. The Data Controller for the information collected through our Website is AppInnovations OU registered in Estonia. We oversee the processing of your data and ensure compliance with relevant data protection regulations.

1.2. We may engage third-party companies or individuals to facilitate our Service ("Data Processors"), who assist us in various aspects such as data storage, analysis, and website maintenance. These Data Processors are contractually obligated to handle your data securely and only for the purposes specified by us.

1.3. In addition to our internal data processing, we utilize the following third-party services:

  • G-Suite service, which may be represented by Google LLC (California, USA), Google Ireland Limited (the Republic of Ireland), Google Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd. (Singapore), or any other entity that directly or indirectly controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with Google LLC. Google serves as our storage place provider for data storage purposes. Google provides more information on how it processes data in its Privacy Policy.
  • Google Analytics services, which may be represented by Google LLC (California, USA), Google Ireland Limited (the Republic of Ireland), Google Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd. (Singapore), or any other entity that directly or indirectly controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with Google LLC. Google serves as our analytical services provider for data analysis purposes. Google provides more information on how it processes data in its Privacy Policy.

1.4. Furthermore, we reserve the right to utilize and disclose your data in situations where it is necessary to enforce the terms of our Agreement, protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property, as well as those of our affiliates, yourself, or others. This may involve responding to requests from courts, law enforcement agencies, regulatory bodies, and other public and government authorities, or as mandated by law under other circumstances.

1.5. In instances where we transfer personal data originating from the European Economic Area (EEA) to countries lacking an adequate level of data protection, we rely on one of the following legal bases: (i) Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission, or (ii) the European Commission's adequacy decisions concerning specific countries (further details available here).

2. PERSONAL DATA WE COLLECT

2.1. Based on the provided example, we may process the following data:

2.1.1. Data received when you contact us:

  • Name
  • Email
  • Any information included in the inquiry

2.1.2. Data received when you use the Website, including, but not limited to:

  • Duration of a session
  • History of interactions on the Website
  • Survey responses

2.1.3. Data provided to our support team, including the language of your requests

2.1.4. Other information voluntarily provided.

2.1.5. Data collected automatically:

  • Data about how you found us
  • IP address
  • Time zone
  • Type and model of device
  • Device settings
  • Operating system
  • Internet service provider
  • Mobile carrier
  • Hardware ID
  • Country, region, city
  • Your activity on the Website

2.1.6. Cookies and other tracking identifiers.

2.2. We confirm that we do not collect sensitive personal data or data concerning children. "Sensitive personal data" in our context refers to information such as racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious or philosophical beliefs, trade union membership, genetic data, biometric data, data concerning health, or data concerning a person's sex life or sexual orientation, as defined by the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). We are committed to adhering to the GDPR regulations regarding the collection and processing of personal data, including sensitive data, and ensure that our data collection practices are compliant with applicable laws and regulations.

3. PURPOSE AND LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING

3.1. Data received when you use the Website:

Purpose: To enhance user experience, improve our services, and provide personalized content and support.

Legal Basis: The processing is based on our legitimate interests in analyzing user behavior, optimizing the Website, and ensuring its security.

3.2. Data collected automatically:

Purpose: To analyze trends, administer the Website, track users' movements, and gather demographic information for aggregate use.

Legal Basis: The processing is based on our legitimate interests in understanding how users interact with our Website, improving its functionality, and tailoring our content to user preferences.

3.3. Cookies and other tracking identifiers:

Purpose: To personalize and improve your experience on the Website, provide targeted advertising, and track usage patterns.

Legal Basis: Consent, which is obtained through our Cookies Policy, where applicable.

3.4. Data received when you contact us:

Purpose: Provide you with customer support, communicate with you regarding your use of our Website, send you marketing communications

Legal Basis: Your consent.

It's important to note that where required by law, we will obtain your consent before processing your personal data for certain purposes.

4. TERM OF STORAGE AND SECURITY MEASURES

4.1. We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. The specific retention period for your data may vary depending on the type of data and the purpose for which it was collected.

4.2. Upon cessation of the legitimate business necessity for processing your personal data, we take appropriate measures, which may include deleting or anonymizing the information. In cases where immediate deletion is not feasible, such as data stored in backup archives, we securely retain the data, isolating it from further processing until deletion becomes viable. As a user, you have the right to restrict us from processing your data by submitting a data erasure request or notice prohibiting data processing. It's important to note that exercising this right may result in the deletion of your data, potentially leading to loss of access to our services and impacting our ability to respond to your inquiries effectively.

4.4. We prioritize stringent security measures to safeguard your personal data throughout its lifecycle, protecting it against unauthorized processing, accidental loss, destruction, or damage. While we implement comprehensive security protocols, it's essential to acknowledge that no method of data transmission over the Internet or electronic storage can guarantee absolute security. Despite our efforts, we cannot ensure the absolute security of your personal data. In the event of a security breach compromising your personal information, we are committed to promptly notifying you in accordance with applicable laws.

5. YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS

5.1. Your privacy rights are of paramount importance to us, and we are committed to ensuring that you have control over your personal data. As a user, you have certain rights regarding the processing of your personal information, including:

  • Right to Access: You have the right to request access to the personal data we hold about you and receive information about how we process it.
  • Right to Rectification: You can request that any inaccuracies in your personal data be corrected or incomplete data be completed.
  • Right to Erasure: You have the right to request the deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances, such as when it is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected or processed.
  • Right to Restrict Processing: You have the right to request the restriction of processing of your personal data under certain circumstances, such as when you contest the accuracy of the data or object to its processing.
  • Right to Data Portability: You have the right to receive a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format and transmit it to another controller.
  • Right to Object: You have the right to object to the processing of your personal data under certain circumstances, such as for direct marketing purposes or when the processing is based on legitimate interests.
  • Rights Related to Automated Decision Making and Profiling: You have the right not to be subject to a decision based solely on automated processing, including profiling, which produces legal effects concerning you or similarly significantly affects you.

5.2. To exercise any of these rights or if you have any questions or concerns regarding the processing of your personal data, please contact us at [email protected] or using the contact information provided in our Privacy Policy. We will respond to your requests in accordance with applicable data protection laws and regulations.

6. CHILDREN RIGHTS

6.1. Our Services are intended for individuals aged 18 and older, and we do not knowingly collect or request any personal information from individuals under the age of 18. We explicitly state that individuals under the age of 18 should not provide any personal information through our Services. If you are under 18, please refrain from using the Services or providing any information, including your email address, through its features. If we discover that personal information has been collected from an individual under 18 without verified parental consent, we will promptly delete that information. If you suspect that we may have information from or about a child under 18, please contact us immediately at [email protected].

7. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

We retain the right to modify this Privacy Policy at our sole discretion, and we recommend periodically checking our Website to stay informed of any updates. Notification of changes will be provided by posting the revised Privacy Policy on this page. These alterations become effective immediately upon being posted. By continuing to use the Website after changes to the Privacy Policy have been posted, you signify your acceptance of the revised terms.

8. CONTACT US

If you have any questions regarding this Policy, please contact us at:

AppInnovations OU, registered at: Harju maakond, Tallinn, Kesklinna linnaosa, Kaupmehe tn 7-120, 10114
Email: [email protected]