Data Declaration and Privacy Policy
Effective Date: March 25, 2025
Last Updated: March 25, 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to SCD Warriors. Your privacy is important to us. This policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your data. It also explains your rights regarding your data and how you can exercise those rights.
2. Data Collection
We collect the following types of data:
- Health & Wellness Data: Food and water intake, pain and fatigue levels, sleep patterns, physical activity, and medication logs.
- Device & Sensor Data: Smartwatch data (e.g., heart rate, steps, sleep) and mobile device metadata (e.g., OS, model).
- Location & Environmental Data: Location at login and real-time weather data using third-party APIs.
- Account Information: Name, email address, profile photo (optional), encrypted login credentials.
- App Usage & Analytics: Feature usage frequency, error logs, and crash reports to improve app quality.
3. How We Use Your Data
- To help users manage chronic health conditions and track symptoms.
- To provide personalized health feedback and insights.
- To improve our app features and user experience.
- To conduct anonymized research and analytics.
- To ensure app security and prevent fraud.
By using the app, you automatically consent to the collection and use of your data as described. If you do not wish for your data to be collected, you may use the offline version of the app.
4. Data Storage & Security
- Data is stored securely using encryption and access control mechanisms.
- Passwords are encrypted using advanced cryptographic algorithms.
- Regular security audits and monitoring are in place to prevent breaches.
- Location and weather data are stored only if permission is granted and are never shared with third parties.
5. Data Sharing
- We do not sell or rent your personal data.
- We may share anonymized, aggregated data for public health research.
- Third-party services (e.g., cloud storage, analytics tools) may access data strictly under secure and contractual terms.
- We may disclose information when legally required or to prevent harm or fraud.
6. User Rights & Data Management
- You may request a copy of your data by emailing support@scd-warriors.com.
- To request deletion of specific data or your entire account, email us with the subject “Data Deletion Request” or “Account Deletion Request”.
- Requests are processed within 30 days of confirmation.
- You can control data permissions (e.g., location, smartwatch access) in your device settings.
7. Data Retention Policy
- Your data is retained while your account is active.
- Inactive accounts are deleted after 18 months of inactivity.
- Some anonymized data may be retained for research and statistics.
8. Compliance and Consent
We comply with global standards for data protection and privacy. By continuing to use the app, you agree to the terms of this policy.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this policy. Users will be notified via email or in-app messages. Continued use of the app after updates indicates agreement with the revised terms.
10. Contact Information
Email: support@scd-warriors.com
Website: www.sickleinafrica.org
Address: UCT Faculty of Health Sciences, Faculty Office, Barnard Fuller Building, Anzio Road, Observatory, Cape Town, South Africa
By using SCD Warriors, you agree to this Data Declaration and Privacy Policy.