Privacy policy for Saltimbanki App (Mobile Application and Website)

Last Updated: April 18, 2025

This privacy policy governs your use of the "Saltimbanki" mobile application (for Android™ and iOS) and the "Saltimbanki" website (collectively referred to as the "Platform"), which is provided by Saltimbanki App Murgueitio, operating as an unregistered sole proprietorship (Einzelunternehmen) in Switzerland.

The Platform is designed to help users organize and discover events related to social dances such as Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba, and more.

1. Information We Collect and How We Use It

1.1 User-Provided Information

Profile Information

When you create a user profile, we collect the information you provide, which may include your name, email address, username, profile picture (if you choose to upload one), and other information you voluntarily submit. We use this information to:

• Provide and personalize the Platform's features.
• Allow you to interact with other users (if applicable).
• Manage your account.
• Communicate with you about the Platform (e.g., updates, service announcements).

Location Information

If you grant the Platform permission to access your device's location, we use this information to display relevant events and locations on the map.

Important: We do not permanently store your precise location data. Location is accessed and used in real-time while you are actively using the map feature and have granted permission.

Content You Provide

Any content you post, share, or upload on the Platform (e.g., event listings, comments, messages) will be collected and may be visible to other users, depending on the Platform's settings.

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

Cookies and Similar Technologies (Website)

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, personalize content, analyze usage, and serve advertisements (if applicable). You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

1.3 How We Use Collected Information

We use collected information to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the Platform.
• Personalize your experience.
• Communicate with you.
• Analyze Platform usage and trends.
• Detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, and abuse.
• Comply with legal obligations.

2. Information Sharing

We may share information in the following circumstances:

• With Other Users: Information you share publicly on the Platform (e.g., profile information, event's posts) will be visible to other users.
• Service Providers: We may share information with third-party service providers who assist us with:
  • Hosting and infrastructure.
  • Analytics.
  • Customer support.
  • Payment processing (if applicable).
• Legal Compliance: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests (e.g., court orders, subpoenas).
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, user information may be transferred as part of the transaction.
• With Your Consent: We may share information with third parties with your explicit consent.

3. Data Retention

We retain your information as follows:

• We retain your profile information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you with the Platform's services.
• If you delete your account, we may retain some information for a reasonable period to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, enforce our agreements, or for backup purposes.
• Location data is not persistently stored.
• We retain automatically collected information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy.

4. Your Rights

You may have the following rights regarding your information:

• Access and Correction: You may have the right to access and update your profile information.
• Deletion: You may have the right to delete your account.
• Location Permissions: You can control location permissions through your device's settings.
• Cookies (Website): You can manage cookies through your browser settings.
• Other Rights: Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have additional rights, such as the right to restrict processing or data portability.

5. Children's Privacy

The Platform is not intended for children under the age of 13.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete it.

6. Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.

However, no security system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

Please take precautions to protect your account credentials.

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated Privacy Policy on the Platform and updating the "Last Updated" date.

Your continued use of the Platform after the changes constitute your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside of your own. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your jurisdiction.

We will take steps to ensure that your information is protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

9. Platform-Specific Disclosures

App Store Disclosures

• Apple App Store: For users who download the app from the Apple App Store, this Privacy Policy is subject to Apple's guidelines and requirements.
• Google Play Store: For users who download the app from the Google Play Store, this Privacy Policy is subject to Google Play's guidelines and requirements.

Website

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites.

10. Your Consent

By using the Platform, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact Saltimbanki Team at:
Email: saltimbanki@stbk.dance