SkarbeX Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 10 September 2024

The owner and Data Controller of the “SkarbeX” mobile application (“the App”) is Kamil Horst, based in Wola, Poland (postal code 43-225).
You can contact the Data Controller via email at: skarbexapp@gmail.com.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Information We Collect

When using the “SkarbeX” App, you may provide or we may collect the following personal data:

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Location data (geolocation)

  • Place of residence (if voluntarily provided)

  • Photos of discoveries shared by users

  • Access to the camera for taking photos of finds

  • Any content or information voluntarily shared via posts, photos, or chats within the App

We do not intentionally collect personal data from children under 16. If you believe that a child has provided personal data through the App, please contact us to remove such data.

2. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data on the following legal bases:

  • Consent – where you have agreed to share certain information (e.g. photos or geolocation).

  • Legitimate interests – for ensuring the security and proper operation of the App, preventing misuse, and improving functionality.

  • Legal obligation – if we are required to disclose information by law or at the request of competent authorities.

3. How We Use Your Information

Your personal data may be used for the following purposes:

  • To enable communication and interaction between users (e.g. chats, posts, shared content).

  • To personalise your experience (e.g. displaying content relevant to your location).

  • To ensure the safety and integrity of the App, including detecting fraud or prohibited activity.

  • To improve our services and features through analytics and feedback.

  • To comply with applicable legal requirements.

4. Data Storage and Security

Your personal data is securely stored using Google Firebase, which provides advanced technical and organisational safeguards.
We apply appropriate measures to protect your data from unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

Your data may be stored or processed outside the United Kingdom. In such cases, we rely on standard contractual clauses (SCCs) or equivalent legal mechanisms approved under the UK GDPR to ensure adequate protection.

5. Sharing of Personal Data

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data with third parties.
Your data may only be disclosed:

  • where required by law or government authorities, or

  • to service providers (e.g. Firebase, Google) acting on our behalf and bound by confidentiality obligations.

6. User Rights (UK GDPR)

Under the UK GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Right of access – to obtain a copy of your data.

  • Right to rectification – to correct inaccurate or incomplete data.

  • Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”) – to delete your data in certain circumstances.

  • Right to restrict processing – to limit how your data is used.

  • Right to data portability – to receive your data in a structured, commonly used format.

  • Right to withdraw consent – where processing is based on consent.

To exercise these rights, please contact: skarbexapp@gmail.com

If you are located in the United Kingdom and believe your data rights have been infringed, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):
👉 https://ico.org.uk/make-a-complaint/

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The App may use cookies or similar technologies for analytics and to enhance your experience. You can manage or disable cookies through your device or browser settings.

8. Account Deletion

You may request deletion of your account and associated personal data by visiting:
👉 https://nexsite.pl/skarbex-usun/
or by contacting us directly at skarbexapp@gmail.com.
Once verified, your account and data will be permanently deleted.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted in the App or via email. Please review this policy periodically to stay informed about any changes.

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us at:
📧 skarbexapp@gmail.com