Privacy Policy for CityWalkQuiz

Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Data Controller: HappyWalks AB (Org. No. 559452-5916)
Contact: support@citywalkquiz.com

1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you use the CityWalkQuiz app. We are committed to processing your data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (EU Regulation 2016/679, “GDPR”) and applicable data protection laws.

2. Data We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal data:

  • Location Data (GPS coordinates): Used for core location-based features of the app.
  • IP Address: Collected for communication, fraud prevention, and security purposes.
  • Images: If you voluntarily upload or share images, they may be stored and used for marketing purposes, with your consent.
  • Gameplay Statistics: Information about your in-app activity such as steps taken and interactions.
  • Contact Information: If you reach out to us via email or the in-app support function.

3. How We Use Your Data
Your data is processed for the following purposes:

  • App functionality: To ensure smooth operation and an optimal user experience.
  • Analytics: To analyze aggregated user behavior for product improvements.
  • Marketing: Shared images and gameplay statistics may be used in promotional materials, with your prior consent where required.
  • Security: To detect and prevent unauthorized access or malicious activity.
  • Legal compliance: To fulfill obligations under applicable laws and respond to legal requests.

4. Sharing of Personal Data
We may share your personal data with the following third-party service providers:

  • Cloud and backend providers: Such as Supabase, MapBox, and Google Maps, to support app infrastructure.
  • Marketing and social platforms: Including Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok, for promotional activities.
  • Analytics services: Used to understand user interaction and improve the app.

All third-party providers are contractually required to comply with GDPR and to process data only on our behalf.

5. Your Rights Under the GDPR
As a user within the EU or EEA, you have the following rights:

  • Right of Access: You may request information about the personal data we process about you.
  • Right to Rectification: You may request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Right to Erasure: You may request the deletion of your data, subject to legal exceptions.
  • Right to Object: You may object to specific processing activities, which may affect your ability to use the app.
  • Right to Data Portability: You may request a copy of your data in a commonly used and machine-readable format.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: support@citywalkquiz.com. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with legal obligations.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Ensure functionality: For authentication, session management, and app performance.
  • Analyze behavior: To optimize the app and enhance gameplay features.
  • Marketing and personalization: To serve targeted content and promotions.

You may adjust your browser settings to manage cookies. Disabling certain cookies may affect app functionality.

7. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or destruction. However, no system is entirely immune from breaches, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be published in the app and on our website. We encourage you to review the policy periodically to stay informed about how we handle your personal data.