Privacy Policy for ThingsApp

Last Updated: November 2024

At ThingsApp, your privacy and data security are our top priorities. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect data when you use ThingsApp. We are committed to ensuring compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable laws in Germany and the EU.

By using ThingsApp, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the app.

1. Who We Are

ThingsApp is developed and managed by Umweltify, headquartered at:

Innovation Center, Campus A2 1, University of Saarland

66125, Germany

Email: hello@umweltify.com

Phone: +49 176 76 96 5380

We are the data controller responsible for all data processed through ThingsApp.

2. What Data We Collect

We do not collect any data that can identify individual users. Specifically, we do not collect personal information such as your name, email address, or other identifying details.

The data we collect is limited to:

• Device Data: Information about your device, such as operating system details and anonymized device ID (used only to maintain app functionality).
• Electricity Consumption Data: Energy usage data for connected devices.
• Emissions Data:
  • Location-based emissions: Calculated based on your region’s electricity grid mix.
  • Market-based emissions: Calculated based on green energy contracts or verified renewable energy sources.
• App Usage Data: Insights into how the app is used (e.g., features accessed, time spent on the app) to improve functionality and user experience.

3. How We Use the Data

The data we collect is used solely for the following purposes:

1. App Functionality: To monitor device energy usage, calculate emissions, and assign a climate status.
2. Insights and Recommendations: To provide you with tailored emissions insights and suggestions for maintaining a green climate status.
3. Green Incentives: To enable participation in green incentive programs through partner platforms (e.g., ClimateIn).
4. App Improvement: To analyze app performance and enhance features.

We do not use your data for advertising or marketing purposes.

4. Data Sharing

We do not share any personal information, as we do not collect any user identity data. However, we may share anonymized and aggregated data:

1. With Authorized Partners: For enabling services such as ClimateIn integrations.
2. With Service Providers: For hosting, analytics, or technical support, under strict confidentiality agreements.
3. As Required by Law: In response to lawful requests from public authorities, if applicable.

5. Your Rights as a User

Even though we do not collect personal data, you have the right to:

• Access Anonymized Data: Request a copy of non-identifiable data associated with your device.
• Restrict Processing: Limit the use of your data for specific purposes.
• Withdraw Consent: Stop using the app at any time without any impact on prior data processing.

To exercise these rights, contact us at hello@umweltify.com.

6. Data Retention

We store anonymized data only as long as necessary to provide app functionality and comply with legal obligations. Once this purpose is fulfilled, the data is securely deleted or anonymized further to ensure no traceability.

7. Data Security

We employ state-of-the-art security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure. However, no system is completely secure, and we encourage users to report any security concerns to hello@umweltify.com.

8. International Data Transfers

All data processing and storage are conducted in accordance with GDPR. Any data transferred outside the EU (e.g., for hosting or analytics services) is protected by appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in regulations or app functionality. The latest version will always be available within the app and on our website. Any significant changes will be communicated directly through the app.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Umweltify

Email: hello@umweltify.com

Phone: +49 176 76 96 5380