Privacy Policy

  • 1. General information:
    Responsible under Article 4(7) of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is:
    PatchRadar GmbH
    Franz-Brötzner-Straße 13
    5071 Wals, Austria
    E-Mail: contact@patchradar.com
  • 2. Data processing on our app and website:
    Our app and website provide personalized news about third-party products. Users may voluntarily register to access additional features, such as following products, liking posts, and customizing their timeline.
  • 3. Data collection:
    • Without Registration: IP address, session cookies.
    • With Registration: Email address, password (stored in encrypted form), and optionally a username and country.
  • 4. Purpose of Data Processing:
    We process personal data for the following purposes:
    • Creating user accounts.
    • Personalizing the app experience.
    • Ensuring technical security and functionality.
  • 5. Legal Basis for Data Processing:
    We process personal data based on the following legal grounds:
    • Consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR): When you voluntarily provide your information, such as during registration.
    • Performance of a Contract (Article 6(1)(b) GDPR): To provide the services you request, including maintaining your user account and customizing your experience.
    • Legitimate Interests (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR): To ensure the functionality, security, and improvement of our app and website, as well as to address technical and operational needs.
  • 6. Data Sharing and Transfers:
    We work with the following service providers:
    • Firebase (Google LLC).
    • Microsoft Azure.
    Some data may be processed outside the European Economic Area (EEA). In such cases, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, as required by the GDPR.
  • 7. Cookies and Similar Technologies:
    We use session cookies and other technologies necessary for technical and security purposes.
  • 8. Data Retention:
    We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. Registered user data will be stored until the user deletes their account.
  • 9. User Rights:
    You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
    • Access to your data.
    • Correction of inaccurate data.
    • Deletion of your data.
    • Restriction of processing.
    • Objection to processing.
    • Data portability.
    To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@patchradar.com.
  • 10. Right to File Complaints:
    If you believe your rights under the GDPR have been violated, you may file a complaint with the Austrian Data Protection Authority: Email: dsb@dsb.gv.at
  • 11. Changes to This Privacy Policy:
    We may occasionally update this privacy policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements.
  • Account and Data Deletion Request
    If you wish to delete your account and personal data, please follow the process outlined on the page below.

  • Account Deletion