The Science App (SAPP) project is committed to protecting your privacy. This comprehensive Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU) 2016/679 and applicable national laws.

1. Data Controller

The data controller for the Science App (SAPP) project is Learnmera Oy, acting on behalf of the project consortium. If you have any questions regarding your data or this policy, please contact us at info@sapp-project.eu or visit scienceapp.ro.

2. Data We Collect

We collect minimal personal data necessary to provide and improve the educational service:

• Information You Provide: Name and email address when you create an account, log in, or submit contact requests.
• User-Generated Content: Experiment photos, feedback, and experiment completion records that you choose to submit.
• Technical Data: Basic technical device information and anonymous usage statistics to maintain service stability and security.

3. Purpose and Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data based on:

• Consent: When you register an account or contact us.
• Educational & Non-Profit Mission: Fulfilling project objectives and non-profit educational dissemination under the Erasmus+ program.
• Legitimate Interest: Ensuring the security, integrity, and performance of the application.

4. Advertising and Third Parties

Science App does not display any commercial advertisements. We do not sell, rent, or monetize your personal data. Data is only shared with trusted technical infrastructure providers strictly necessary to operate the application (such as Google Firebase for secure user authentication and database storage).

5. Data Retention & Account Deletion

We retain your personal data only as long as your account remains active or as needed to provide you with the educational features of the app. You may request the deletion of your account and associated personal data at any time directly through the app profile settings or by contacting info@sapp-project.eu.

6. Children's Privacy

Science App is an educational STEM application designed for schools, teachers, students, and families. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental or educator supervision, and we do not track or profile minors for commercial purposes.

7. Your GDPR Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to access, rectify, or delete your personal data, restrict or object to processing, and request data portability. To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@sapp-project.eu.