Privacy Policy.

Effective Date: 26th September 2024

1. Introduction

"Modern Parent" is a service offered by Modern Parent Apps, a company located in New Zealand. We are committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining trust with our users. This Privacy Policy ("Policy") outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information in compliance with the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and other applicable international privacy laws.

2. Personal Information We Collect

We collect personal information necessary to provide our services to you, which may include:

  • Personal Identifiers: Your name, email address, and contact details.

  • Device Information: Information about the device you use to access our app, such as device model, operating system, and unique device identifiers.

  • Usage Data: Information about how you use our app, including timestamps, features used, and interaction patterns.

  • Parenting Information: Data related to your parenting activities, preferences, and child-related information (collected with appropriate consent).

  • Conversation History: Interactions through our service, including chats with our AI assistant.

  • Location Data: If you grant permission, we may collect approximate location information to provide region-specific services.

  • Third-Party SDK Data: Information collected through third-party software development kits (SDKs) integrated into our app (e.g., analytics providers).

3. Purpose and Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal information to:

  • Provide and Improve Services: Deliver a personalized user experience with tailored content and recommendations.

  • Communicate with You: Inform you about updates, changes, and promotional offers related to our services.

  • Compliance and Legal Obligations: Comply with legal requirements and protect our legal rights.

  • Analytics and Research: Understand how our services are used to enhance performance and user experience.

Legal Basis for Processing:

  • Consent: When you provide consent for specific processing activities.

  • Contractual Necessity: To perform our contract with you.

  • Legitimate Interests: For our legitimate business interests, provided they do not override your rights.

  • Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws and regulations.

4. Children's Privacy

We are committed to protecting the privacy of children under the age of 16. Our services are intended for use by parents and guardians. We collect child-related information only with verifiable parental consent and use it solely for providing our services. If we become aware of unauthorized collection of personal information from a child, we will take immediate steps to delete such information.

5. Data Sharing and Third-Party Processing

We may share your personal information with third parties only in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: To personalize user experience and offer tailored content. These third parties are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the services provided to us.

  • Third-Party SDKs: We may integrate SDKs from third parties (e.g., analytics providers like Firebase Analytics) that collect data to help us understand app usage.

  • Legal Requirements: To comply with legal obligations, respond to lawful requests, or protect our rights.

  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred, provided the recipient agrees to respect your personal information in a manner consistent with this Policy.

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

6. International Data Transfers

Your personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than New Zealand, including countries that may not offer the same level of data protection. In such cases, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as standard contractual clauses or obtaining your explicit consent.

7. Data Protection and Security Measures

We implement robust technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information:

  • Encryption: Data is encrypted during transmission and storage where applicable.

  • Access Controls: Access to personal information is restricted to authorized personnel who require it to perform their job duties.

  • Security Assessments: Regular evaluations of our systems and practices to prevent unauthorized access or disclosure.

Despite these measures, no security system is impenetrable. We cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy or as required by law. When your personal information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

9. Your Data Rights

Under the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020, GDPR, and other applicable laws, you have the right to:

  • Access: Request confirmation and a copy of the personal information we hold about you.

  • Rectification: Seek correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information.

  • Erasure: Request deletion of your personal information under certain conditions.

  • Restriction: Request restriction of processing your personal information.

  • Data Portability: Receive your personal information in a structured, commonly used format.

  • Objection: Object to the processing of your personal information based on legitimate interests.

  • Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your consent at any time for processing activities that rely on consent.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at modernparentapp@gmail.com.

10. Device Identifiers and Tracking Technologies

  • Device Identifiers: We may collect and store device identifiers to remember your preferences and authenticate your access.

  • Analytics Tools: We use tools like Firebase Analytics to collect information about how you interact with our app, helping us improve our services.

  • Third-Party SDKs: These may collect information as per their privacy policies. We ensure that any third-party SDKs comply with applicable privacy laws.

Your Choices:

  • Opt-Out: You may adjust your device settings to limit the collection of certain data.

  • Do Not Track: While "Do Not Track" is a browser feature, you can manage similar settings on your device.

11. Data Breach Notification

In the unlikely event of a data breach that poses a risk to your rights and freedoms, we will notify you and the appropriate authorities promptly, in accordance with applicable laws.

12. Updates to the Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Significant changes will be communicated via the application or email. The "Effective Date" at the top indicates when the latest changes were made. Your continued use of our services after changes are made signifies your acceptance of the updated Policy.

13. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

  • Email: modernparentapp@gmail.com

  • Address: Modern Parent Apps, Hobsonville, New Zealand

14. Acceptance of the Policy

By using the Modern Parent App service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this Policy, please refrain from using our services.