"Privacy Policy: How We Collect and Utilize Data"

Privacy Policy for Locus App (Newbee Publications) – GDPR Compliant
Newbee Publications ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy and data of our users ("you", "your"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable laws when you access our Locus mobile application and website (collectively, the "Services"). The Services are designed for adult users and are not intended for children under 18.
Information We Collect
We collect personal data by Article 6 of the GDPR, which includes:
Personal Identification Information: Such as your name, email address, and location when you create an account or interact with the Locus app.
Special Category Data: Any specific information related to children's difficulties which is collected with explicit consent as per Article 9(2)(a) of the GDPR.
Payment Information: To process transactions related to the Services, we collect payment details. This information is securely handled in compliance with PCI DSS regulations.
We do not collect any additional personal data unless you provide it to us voluntarily.
Lawful Basis for Processing
The processing of your personal data is based on the following legal grounds under Article 6 of the GDPR:
Contractual necessity: To provide the services you request, such as creating an account and processing transactions.
Consent: Where explicit consent is obtained for processing special category data.
Legitimate interests: For purposes such as improving user experience and ensuring the security of our Services.
How We Use Your Information
Your personal data is used strictly for the following purposes:
Account Management: To create, maintain, and manage your account.
Transaction Processing: To handle payments and track your purchases.
Customer Service: To address any queries or issues you may have.
Security & Integrity: To protect against fraud, monitor system integrity, and ensure compliance with legal obligations.
Data Sharing and Transfers
We do not share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes. We will only share your data with trusted service providers (e.g., payment processors, cloud storage providers) that are GDPR-compliant, and only for the purposes outlined in this policy. We ensure that any data transfer to non-EEA countries complies with GDPR regulations by using Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).
Third-Party Websites
Our Services may contain links to external websites. Please be aware that once you leave our platform, our Privacy Policy no longer applies. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party sites before providing any personal data.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures, as required by Article 32 of the GDPR, to protect your personal data. We use AWS services for data storage, which complies with GDPR standards. Our servers are located in N. Virginia (AWS center). While we take these precautions, no system is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Children’s Privacy
Our Services are not intended for users under 18. In compliance with Article 8 of the GDPR, we do not knowingly collect data from children. If we inadvertently collect data from a child, we will take immediate steps to delete such data upon notification.
Your Rights
As a user, you are entitled to the following rights under the GDPR:
Right of Access: You can request access to your personal data at any time.
Right to Rectification: You can request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete data.
Right to Erasure: You have the right to request the deletion of your personal data, where applicable.
Right to Restriction: You may request the limitation of data processing in certain circumstances.
Right to Data Portability: You can request to receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format or have it transferred to another service provider.
Right to Object: You have the right to object to the processing of your personal data for specific purposes.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at newbeepublication@gmail.com.
Changes to this Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. We will notify you of any significant changes and obtain consent where necessary.
Contact Us
For any questions, concerns, or requests related to your personal data or this Privacy Policy, please contact our Data Protection Officer (DPO) at newbeepublication@gmail.com.
This policy ensures compliance with GDPR requirements while outlining transparent practices for the collection, use, and protection of user data.