HW8 Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how NIUM SA ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and shares information when you use HW8 Watch (the "App"). By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. 

Information Collection and Use 

• Personal Information: We may collect personal information that you provide to us when you use the App, such as your name, email address, phone number, and payment information. This information is collected based on your consent and/or for the performance of a contract with you. 
• Device Information: We may also collect information about your device, including its unique device identifier, IP address, operating system, and browser type. This information is collected based on our legitimate interests in providing and improving the functionality of the App and to ensure its security. 
• Usage Information: We may collect information about how you use the App, such as the pages you visit and the actions you take. This information is collected based on our legitimate interests in analyzing trends and improving our services. 

Information Sharing and Disclosure 

We may share your information with third parties who provide services on our behalf, such as payment processing, customer support, and analytics. These third parties are contractually obligated to process your personal information only as instructed by us and in compliance with this Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws. 

We may also disclose your information in response to a legal request, such as a subpoena or court order, or when necessary to protect our rights or comply with applicable law. 

In the context of the HealthyW8 project, HW8 Watch will be sharing information within the HLRS ecosystem in concordance with the informed consent provided by the study team. 

Data Security 

We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect the information we collect from loss, misuse, and unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. 

Data Subject Rights 

You have the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict processing, and object to processing of your personal data. You also have the right to data portability. If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the contact details provided below. 

Data Transfer 

If we transfer your personal data outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we will ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your personal data, such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission. 

Cookies and Tracking Technologies 

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience using the App. By using the App, you consent to the use of cookies and similar technologies as described in our Cookie Policy. 

Privacy by Design and Default 

We implement privacy by design and default principles to ensure that data protection is integrated into the development and operation of our App. 

Data Retention 

We will retain your dataw only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or until you withdraw your consent. Upon termination of your account or withdrawal of consent, we will securely delete or anonymize this data in accordance with our data retention policies. 

Data Protection Officer (DPO) 

We have appointed a Data Protection Officer. If you have any questions or concerns about our privacy practices, you can contact our DPO at dpo@nium.io. 

Complaints 

If you believe that your data protection rights have been violated, you have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority. 

Changes to This Privacy Policy 

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time, and any changes will be posted on this page. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. 

Contact Us 

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at contact@nium.io.