Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions

1. Introduction

Welcome to the PREPSHIELD mobile app. By using this app, you agree to the terms described in this Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.

2. Data We Collect

We collect only the data necessary to deliver and improve our services, and to support crisis management teams and public organizations by generating anonymized, aggregated statistics. This may include:

Demographic information
Such as age group, gender, user type (e.g., general public or vulnerable group), and general location (e.g., city or country).

Language and country preferences
Used to tailor content, alerts, and services to your context.

Usage data
Including which features you use, how often you engage with the app, and which sections you visit.

Location data

• General location (e.g., country or region) may be collected based on your device or network settings.
• Precise location (e.g., GPS-based) is collected only if you explicitly consent by enabling location sharing in your device or app settings.

📍 Location data is used to ensure that you receive only relevant, local content and services. You can disable location sharing at any time via your device settings.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your data solely to provide a safe, personalized, and effective experience. This includes:

• Delivering personalized content, such as:

• Articles, quizzes, and surveys
• Location-specific health crisis events and health services
• Safety tips and up-to-date regulations from trusted community regulators and official sources

• Showing geolocalized events and services, including:

• Local public health alerts
• Nearby incidents relevant to your area
• Relevant support points provided by authorized organizations, including updates for:
  • Testing centers
  • Vaccination centers
  • Medication centers
  • Distribution centers

• Improving app functionality by analyzing general usage trends (e.g., most-used features), without identifying individuals

• Generating anonymous, aggregated insights to support planning and response by public health authorities and crisis-response organizations

We do not use your data for commercial advertising or individual tracking.

4. Data Storage and Protection

• Your data is stored securely in compliance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

• We use encryption, anonymization, and access control measures to protect all collected data.

5. Your Rights

As a user, you have the right to:

• Access the data we store about you
• Request deletion of your data

To exercise these rights, please contact us at: prepshield@iccs.gr

Also, through dedicate features to:

• Deactivate the data and location sharing at any time
• Withdrawn the app use at any time

6. Use of the App

By using PREPSHIELD, you agree to:

• Use the app responsibly and lawfully by avoiding spreading misinformation or abusing its features

7. Updates to This Policy

This Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions may be updated to reflect improvements or legal requirements. You will be notified of major changes within the app.

8. Contact

For questions, concerns, or data-related inquiries, please contact:

PREPSHIELD Project Team website:
https://prepshield-project.eu/

PREPSHIELD Mobile App Creator: ICCS
Email: prepshield@iccs.gr

Website:
https://i-sense.iccs.gr/