Privacy Policy

1. Data Controller

Family Tree Explorer
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2. What Data We Collect

• Account Information: Email address, password (encrypted)
• Family Tree Data: Names, dates, relationships, photos, documents
• Contact Details: Only if you voluntarily provide and consent
• Usage Data: Access logs, preferences (visualization mode, language)

3. How We Use Your Data

• Provide family tree visualization and editing features
• Enable collaboration with family members
• Maintain data integrity and backup/restore functionality
• Improve user experience based on preferences

4. Data Sharing

We DO NOT sell or share your data with third parties.

Data is only shared:

• With family members you explicitly invite to your organization
• Based on privacy settings you configure (private, family-only, public)

5. Your Rights (GDPR)

You have the right to:

• Access: Download all your data (Export feature)
• Rectification: Edit any incorrect information
• Erasure: Delete your account and all associated data
• Portability: Export your family tree in GEDCOM format
• Object: Opt out of specific data processing
• Withdraw Consent: Remove consent for contact data sharing

6. Data Storage & Security

• Location: Data stored in EU (Supabase, GDPR compliant)
• Encryption: Data encrypted in transit (HTTPS) and at rest
• Backups: Automatic backups, retention policy: 30 days
• Access Control: Role-based permissions (Owner, Admin, Editor, Viewer)

7. Cookies

We use essential cookies for:

• Authentication (session management)
• User preferences (language, default view)

We do NOT use tracking cookies or third-party advertising cookies.

8. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 16. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us to have it removed.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes via email or prominent notice in the application.

10. Contact Us

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