Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2024

1. Data Controller

2. General Information

At GeoNotes we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This policy explains how we collect, use and protect your information.

3. Data We Collect

3.1 Anonymous Use

GeoNotes can be used completely anonymously without providing any personal data.

3.2 User Account (Optional)

If you decide to create an account for synchronization, we collect:

• Email address
• Password (encrypted)
• Location data of your notes
• Note content

3.3 Technical Data

• Device information
• Operating system version
• App usage data (anonymous)
• Error logs (without personal information)

4. How We Use Your Data

• App functionality: To provide geolocation features
• Synchronization: To sync your notes between devices
• Communication: To send important updates (only if you have an account)
• Improvements: To improve the app through anonymous analysis

5. Legal Basis for Processing

• Consent: For account creation and communications
• Legitimate interest: To improve the app and prevent fraud
• Contract performance: To provide requested services

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent or share your personal data with third parties, except in the following cases:

• When required by law
• To protect our legal rights
• With service providers who help us operate the app (under strict confidentiality agreements)

7. Data Security

• Password encryption with secure algorithms
• Data transmission via HTTPS/SSL
• Restricted access to personal data
• Regular and secure backups

8. Data Retention

• Active accounts: While you maintain your account
• Inactive accounts: 2 years without use
• Technical data: Maximum 12 months

9. Your Rights (GDPR)

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your data
• Rectification: Correct incorrect data
• Erasure: Delete your account and data
• Portability: Export your data
• Object: Object to processing
• Restriction: Restrict processing

10. Cookies and Similar Technologies

See our Cookie Policy for detailed information.

11. Minors

GeoNotes is intended for users over 16 years old. We do not intentionally collect data from minors.

12. International Transfers

Your data is stored on servers located in the European Union. Any transfer outside the EU is made with appropriate safeguards.

13. Changes to this Policy

We will notify you of any important changes to this policy through the app or by email.