Privacy Policy for Samla

Last Updated: 2025-03-03

Introduction

Väder AB ("we," "our," or "us") operates the Samla app. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share your information when you use our service.

Information We Collect

Data Linked to You

Contact Info

• Email Address: Used for account creation, authentication, personalization, and communication regarding your account and the app's functionality.

User Content

• Photos or Videos: We store the images and media you upload to your collections. This content is used for the app's core functionality.
• Camera Access: We request camera permission to allow you to capture objects for your collections. The camera is only activated with your explicit consent and active action, such as when you choose to add a new item by taking a photo.

Identifiers

• User ID: Used to maintain your account and personalize your experience.
• Device ID: Used to ensure app functionality and security across devices.

Data Not Linked to You

Usage Data

• Product Interaction: Anonymous data about how you use the app, used for analytics to improve our service.

Diagnostics

• Crash Data: Anonymous information collected when the app crashes to help us improve stability.
• Performance Data: Anonymous metrics about app performance to identify areas for improvement.
• Other Diagnostic Data: Technical information that helps us troubleshoot issues.

How We Use Your Information

• To provide and maintain our service
• To notify you about changes to our app
• To provide customer support
• To improve and personalize your experience
• To detect, prevent, and address technical issues

Data Retention

We retain different categories of data for different periods:

• User Content: Stored as long as your account is active
• Analytics Data: Stored for one month
• Account Information: Stored until you delete your account

Data Access and Deletion

You can access, modify, or delete your personal data at any time:

• Access your data through your profile in the app
• Delete your account and all associated data from within the app settings
• Request additional data access by contacting privacy@vader.co

GDPR Compliance

For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The legal bases for processing include:

• Contract performance
• Legitimate interests
• Your consent
• Legal obligations

Opt-Out Options

You can control data collection in the following ways:

• Disable analytics in app settings
• Manage notification preferences in app settings
• Restrict device permissions through your device settings

Third-Party Service Providers

We use the following categories of service providers:

• Cloud storage providers
• Analytics providers
• Authentication services

We ensure all providers comply with applicable data protection laws. Specific providers may change; contact us for current details.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our app uses:

• Local storage for app functionality
• Diagnostic tracking for crash reporting
• Analytics tools with anonymized data

Data Ownership and Control

You retain ownership of all content you upload to Samla. We only process and store this data to provide you with our services. You can delete your data at any time through the app.

User Content Disclaimer

We are not responsible for the content that users upload to Samla. Users are solely responsible for ensuring they have the right to share any content they upload and that such content complies with applicable laws and regulations.

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information, including utilizing AES encryption and SSL/TLS protocols. Our database and storage systems leverage industry-standard encryption protocols for data at rest and in transit. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

In the event of a data breach affecting your personal information, we will notify you via email within 72 hours of discovery, providing details about the breach and steps we're taking to address it.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With your consent
• To comply with legal obligations
• To protect our rights or safety
• In connection with a business transfer (merger, acquisition, etc.)
• With service providers who assist us in operating our app

California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) grant you specific rights:

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to know if your personal information is sold or disclosed
• Right to say no to the sale of personal information
• Right to access your personal information
• Right to request deletion of your personal information
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights

To exercise these rights, contact us through the methods listed in the Contact Us section.

Global Compliance

We respect privacy regulations worldwide including Brazil's LGPD, South Korea's PIPA, and other regional privacy laws. Regardless of your location, you can exercise the data rights outlined in this policy.

Legitimate Interests Examples

When we rely on legitimate interests as a legal basis, these may include:

• Improving and optimizing our app performance
• Ensuring security of our systems and users
• Analyzing usage patterns to enhance functionality
• Marketing our services to existing users

Consent Withdrawal

You can withdraw consent for data processing at any time by:

1. Adjusting your privacy settings in-app
2. Emailing privacy@vader.co with the subject "Consent Withdrawal"
3. Deleting specific data through your account interface

Age Verification

While our service is not directed to children under 13, we implement the following measures to prevent underage usage:

• Account reviews when age-related concerns arise
• Prompt deletion of any identified underage accounts

Third-Party Services

Our app may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties.

Children's Privacy

Our service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

International Data Transfers

When we transfer data internationally, we implement these safeguards:

• Standard Contractual Clauses
• Data Processing Agreements
• Data minimization practices
• Encryption in transit and at rest

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal data, including:

• Right to access
• Right to rectification
• Right to erasure
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

• Company: Väder AB
• Organization Number: 559241-1390
• Email: samla@vader.co
• Address: Tegelbruksvägen 10A, 126 32 Hägersten, Sweden