Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Flash Culture! This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application. Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the application.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Create an account (email address, username)
• Set up your cultural interests and preferences
• Contact us for support

2.2 Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information about your use of the application:

• Content interactions (cards viewed, articles read)
• App usage patterns and preferences
• Device information (device type, operating system)
• Performance data and crash reports

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and maintain the Flash Culture service
• Personalize your cultural content experience
• Recommend articles, quotes, and anecdotes based on your interests
• Improve our application and develop new features
• Communicate with you about updates and new features
• Ensure the security and integrity of our service

4. Data Storage and Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Your data is stored on secure servers and is encrypted both in transit and at rest.

5. Third-Party Services

Our application integrates with the following third-party services:

• NewsAPI: For fetching news articles and cultural content
• Unsplash: For providing high-quality images related to cultural content
• Authentication Services: For secure user account management

These third parties have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them. We do not control and are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties except:

• With your explicit consent
• To comply with legal obligations
• To protect our rights and prevent fraud
• With service providers who assist us in operating our application (under strict confidentiality agreements)

7. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
• Objection: Object to processing of your personal information

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the Contact section below.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When you delete your account, we will delete your personal information within 30 days.

9. Children's Privacy

Our application is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this 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. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

12. Contact Information

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

• Email: contact@flashculture.be
• Website: https://flashculture.be/