Privacy Policy

Effective date: 2026

Danish Dolphins (“the App”) is a mobile application designed to collect and share dolphin sighting data for scientific research purposes.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of data:

a) Account Information

• Email address (when signing in with Apple, Google, or email)
• User identifier

b) Location Data

• Precise location data when users record dolphin sightings

c) User-Generated Content

• Photos and videos uploaded by users
• Dolphin sighting information (such as descriptions and observations)

2. How We Use Information

• Record and display dolphin sightings on a map
• Enable users to contribute observational data
• Support scientific research on dolphin movements, migration patterns, and behavior
• Improve app functionality and performance
• Authenticate users via Apple, Google, or email sign-in

3. Data Sharing

• User-submitted data (including sightings, photos, and videos) may be shared with researchers for scientific purposes
• We do not sell personal data to third parties
• We do not share personal data with third parties except as necessary to provide the app’s functionality or for scientific research purposes
• We do not use data for advertising or marketing purposes

4. Data Storage and Security

Data is stored securely using third-party infrastructure providers (such as Supabase). We apply reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect user data.

5. Data Retention

We retain user data as long as necessary to provide the app’s functionality and support research purposes, unless a deletion request is received.

6. User Rights

Users may request deletion of their data by contacting us via the email provided below.

7. Children’s Privacy

The app is not specifically directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

8. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact:

Email: natalia.kouzkina@gmail.com

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be reflected by updating the effective date above.

This policy is governed by applicable laws of the European Union.