Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Stargate Innovationhub ("we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and applications (SmokeLess and My Weddy).

Please read this privacy policy carefully. By using our services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Data Controller

The data controller responsible for your personal data is:

3. Shared Data Processing (All Services)

The following data processing applies to our website and all our apps:

3.1 Account Information

When you create an account, we collect:

• Email address
• Password (encrypted)
• Username or display name (if provided)

3.2 Technical Data

We automatically collect:

• Device type and operating system
• App version
• Language settings
• Crash reports and error logs

3.3 Legal Basis

We process your data based on:

• Contract Performance (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR): To provide our services
• Legitimate Interests (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR): To improve our apps and prevent fraud
• Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR): For optional analytics and marketing

3.4 Hosting and Infrastructure

The website is hosted by IONOS SE, Germany. The backend runs on Supabase, a service with server locations within the European Union. Both providers process data only within the scope of data processing agreements pursuant to Art. 28 GDPR.

3.5 Third-Party Services (All Services)

We use the following third-party services for all our services:

• IONOS (1&1 Ionos SE): Web hosting and domain services. Server location: Germany. Privacy Policy
• Supabase Inc.: Backend infrastructure, authentication, database, and file storage. Server location: European Union (Frankfurt). Privacy Policy
• Resend (Resend, Inc.): Delivery of transactional emails (e.g., one-time tokens). Processes email address and, where applicable, email content and technical metadata. Privacy Policy
• Google Analytics 4 (Google Ireland Limited): Website and app usage analysis (only with your explicit consent). IP anonymization enabled. Data is pseudonymized. Retention period: 14 months. Google has joined the EU-US Data Privacy Framework. Privacy Policy
• RevenueCat Inc.: Management of in-app purchases and subscriptions. Processes purchase data and subscription status. Privacy Policy

Your personal data will not be shared with third parties unless it is necessary for contract fulfillment, you have given explicit consent, or it is required by law.

4. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the following rights:

• Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data
• Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@stargate-innovationhub.com.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:

• Encryption of data in transit (TLS/SSL)
• Encryption of data at rest
• Regular security audits
• Access controls and authentication

6. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA). We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission.

7. Contact & Complaints

For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, contact us at:

Email: info@stargate-innovationhub.com

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the competent supervisory authority. The supervisory authority responsible for us is:

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.