✦ Privacy Policy
UAB Eight Stars
LAST UPDATED: 2025-03-18
Introduction
At UAB Eight Stars, your privacy is our priority. This Privacy Policy explains the types of personal information we collect, how we use and protect that information, and your rights in relation to your data. It applies when you use our mobile applications, websites, or any of the services we offer. Our commitment to safeguarding your privacy includes adherence to the most stringent data protection regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the ePrivacy Directive, European consumer protection laws, and the Payment Services Directive (PSD2). We aim to ensure that our data handling practices are clear, transparent, and always in your best interest.
Terms Acceptance
By using our products you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. From time to time, we may update this policy to reflect evolving practices, new operational requirements, or changing legal and regulatory obligations. If we make significant changes, we will notify you through our app, website, or via email so that you can review the updated policy before continuing to use our services.
This Privacy Policy takes effect on 2025-03-19, and your continued use of our services after this date constitutes your acceptance of any changes. We encourage you to periodically review this Privacy Policy for the latest information on how we handle your data. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at contact@eightstars.app
Information We Collect
We gather various types of information from and about you when you use our services. Some of the data we collect is provided directly by you, such as when you create an account, make a purchase, or fill out forms. Other data may be collected automatically, including information about how you interact with our apps or the devices you use to access our services.This information generally falls into two categories:
Personal Information:
Data that can be used to identify you, such as your name, email address, birth date, or payment information.
Anonymous Information:
Data that does not directly identify you, such as aggregated usage statistics or general demographic details.In some cases, we may combine Anonymous Information with Personal Information. When combined in this way, the previously Anonymous Information is treated as Personal Information under this Privacy Policy. We also consider certain identifiers—like IP addresses and similar data—to be Personal Information if required by applicable law.
Your information provided to us
When you interact with our Services, you may voluntarily provide certain information, including:
* Personal details such as your name, email address, mobile number, and username on platforms like Facebook or Apple.
* Birth-related details like your birth date, place, and time of birth.Information included in application materials if you apply for a position with us, such as work history, education, certifications, references, and supporting documents (e.g., CV or resume).
* Payment information if you purchase our products or services, though credit card details are processed by third-party providers and not stored by us.
* If you provide a mobile phone number, we may send you essential text messages—such as account confirmations and password resets—related to your use of the Services. By providing your number, you consent to receiving these transactional messages. Standard data and message rates may apply.
Automatically collected information
We automatically collect certain information when you access our Services. This data is linked to the device you use and includes:Technical information such as your IP address, operating system, device type, manufacturer, and screen size.User behavior data, such as activity timestamps, local time zone, and interaction patterns.Our websites may also use cookies and pixel tags to enhance functionality and improve user experience. Cookies are small text files that store information about your preferences, while pixel tags help us track how you interact with the site. Both necessary and analytics cookies may be employed.
Do Not Track
Some browsers offer a Do Not Track (“DNT”) feature that allows users to indicate a preference against being tracked. We respect and recognize these preferences when they are configured in your web browser.
How We Use Your Information
The information we collect serves several purposes:
* Delivering the Services and providing necessary notices and updates.
* Creating user accounts, managing profiles, and allowing users to import contacts.
* Responding to inquiries and processing transactions, including payment verification and order confirmations.Improving the Services through analytics, user feedback, surveys, and research.
* Sending important transactional messages, such as password reset instructions.
* Supporting users through customer service and troubleshooting.
* Ensuring legal compliance and meeting security or audit requirements.
* Detecting, investigating, and resolving fraud, hacking attempts, or other security issues.
* Providing information to advisors, like attorneys or accountants, to maintain legal and regulatory standards.
* Additionally, if required or permitted by law, we may use the information to protect our business, address illegal activity, or enforce compliance with our policies.
Sharing Information
We take your privacy seriously and WE DO NOT SELL PERSONAL INFORMATION. Any data sharing is done for the purpose of operating and improving the Services. For example:
Authorized Business Partners:
We may share information with contractors, vendors, and system integrators who help deliver our Services.
Customer Support Teams:
Authorized staff may access your information to resolve service issues.
Legal and Security Obligations:
If necessary, we may disclose information to comply with laws, enforce our terms, or protect users and our property.
Business Transfers:
In the event of a merger, sale, or acquisition, we may share your information with the acquiring company before and after the transaction.
Your Choices and Rights
You can update your contact information, manage preferences, or request removal of your data by contacting us.You can opt out of marketing emails at any time.Certain jurisdictions may provide additional rights, such as data access, correction, portability, or the ability to object to certain processing activities. If you have such rights under your local laws, you may contact us to exercise them.
Protecting Children’s Privacy
Our Services are intended for individuals aged 13 and older. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe a child’s information has been provided to us, please contact us so we can remove it promptly.
Storage and SecurityData Security:
We use industry-standard precautions to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is ever completely secure.
Data Storage:
Information is typically stored on servers maintained by trusted providers. For international users, this data may be stored in jurisdictions with different data protection laws. By using our Services, you consent to these international data transfers.
Retention:
We retain your personal information as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless the law requires a longer retention period.You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings or in-app preferences. Please note that disabling cookies may impact certain features of our apps.
Erasure Rights and Data Deletion
In compliance with GDPR and other applicable European data protection laws, you have the right to request the erasure of your personal information. To make such a request, please contact us at contact@eightstars.app. Upon receiving a verified request, we will remove the requested data except where we are required by law to retain it.If the data cannot be fully deleted, for example due to legal or regulatory obligations, we may anonymize it or make it inaccessible to other users and our services. This ensures that even if we cannot erase it completely, it will no longer be linked to you or available for processing.
GDPR, ePrivacy Directive, and Other European Regulations
Our data collection and processing practices are governed by several European regulations:
GDPR:
Under the General Data Protection Regulation, you have a number of rights related to your personal data, including the right to access, correct, delete, and restrict processing. GDPR also requires that we handle personal data in a transparent and secure manner, and that we notify you in the event of a data breach affecting your personal information.
ePrivacy Directive: When it comes to electronic communications, we adhere to the ePrivacy Directive. This includes respecting your cookie preferences, ensuring that unsolicited marketing messages are only sent with your consent, and protecting the confidentiality of communications.
European Consumer Protection Laws:
These laws ensure that our terms are clear and fair, and that any advertising, pricing, or subscription models we use are fully transparent.
Payment Services Directive (PSD2):
If you make payments through our platform, we comply with PSD2 standards, which include strong customer authentication and secure payment processing practices. This ensures that your transactions are both reliable and legally compliant.
Third-Party Links and Features
Our services may contain links to third-party websites or applications. These third-party sites are governed by their own privacy policies and practices. We recommend reviewing their policies before interacting with them, as we are not responsible for how these third parties handle your personal data.
Social Media and Shared Content
If you choose to share content through social media platforms connected to our services, please be aware that these platforms have their own privacy policies. Additionally, any content you share publicly may be viewed, saved, or copied by others. Use discretion and consider the visibility of any information you share on public profiles or posts.
International Data Transfers
If you access our services from outside the European Economic Area, your data may be transferred and processed in other jurisdictions. However, we implement appropriate safeguards, such as standard contractual clauses, to ensure that data protection standards are maintained.
Your Rights and Choices
As a user, you have several rights under GDPR and other European laws:
* The right to access your personal data and receive a copy of it.
* The right to correct any inaccuracies.
* The right to request the deletion of your data.
* The right to object to certain types of processing, including direct marketing.
* The right to restrict data processing in certain circumstances.
* The right to data portability, allowing you to transfer your data to another service.
* The right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe your data rights have been violated.
If you wish to exercise these rights, please contact us at contact@eightstars.app. We may require additional information to verify your identity and process your request.