Privacy Policy and General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for Y.WAIT Mobile App
Effective Date: 12.07.2023
1. Introduction
Y.WAIT (referred to as "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of our users. This Privacy Policy outlines the collection, use, storage, and protection of personal data obtained through the YWAIT mobile application (the "App"). We comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws.
2. Data Controller
The data controller responsible for the processing of personal data through the App is:
Lydia Ickler
Wühlischstrasse 55, 10245, Berlin
info@lydiaickler.de
3. Personal Data Collection
3.1. Types of Personal Data
The App collects and stores the following personal data of users:
- UUID (Universally Unique Identifier): A unique identifier assigned to each user's device.
- GPS Coordinates: Location data of the user's device.
3.2. Legal Basis for Data Collection
The legal basis for collecting and processing personal data as described above is:
- Legitimate Interest: We collect UUID and GPS coordinates to provide location-based services within the App, enhance user experience, and ensure the proper functioning of the App.
4. Purpose of Data Processing
We collect and process personal data for the following purposes:
- Location-based Services: We use GPS coordinates to provide location-based features, such as identifying nearby points of interest.
- App Functionality: We collect UUID to ensure the proper functioning of the App, maintain user preferences, and provide personalized services.
- Analytics: We may analyze aggregated and anonymized data to improve the App's performance, enhance user experience, and develop new features.
- Security: We may process personal data for the detection and prevention of fraudulent activities, abuse, and security breaches.
5. Data Retention
We retain personal data collected through the App 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. After the retention period expires, we will securely delete or anonymize the personal data.
6. Data Sharing and Transfers
We may share personal data collected through the App with the following parties:
- Legal Compliance: We may disclose personal data if required to do so by law or in response to valid legal requests, such as subpoenas, court orders, or government regulations.