sTEM Application Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 31-07-2023

Introduction

Aarhus GeoInstruments Aps is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard the information you provide when using our Android application, sTEM, By using the App, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

Geographic Location Data: The App may request access to your device's geographic location to enable the functionality of controlling a sTEM instrument that you have purchased. We collect and use this information solely for the purpose of communicating with and sending data to the instrument being used. We do not store or retain this geographic location data on our servers.

Personal Information: We do not collect any personal information (such as your name, address, email, or phone number) through the App. Any data related to controlling the sTEM instrument is processed locally on your device and transmitted directly to the instrument without involving our servers.

Non-Personal Information: To improve our App and user experience, we may collect non-personal information such as device information, usage statistics, and app crash reports. This information is anonymized and aggregated to help us identify and resolve issues and make improvements to the App.

Use of Collected Information

Geographic Location Data: The geographic location data collected by the App is used solely for the purpose of interacting with the TEM instrument being controlled by the user. The geographic location is supplied back to the user with the collected data. We do not use this data for any other purpose, nor do we share it with any third parties.

Personal Information: As mentioned earlier, we do not collect any personal information through the App. Therefore, we do not use or share any personal information in any manner.

Non-Personal Information: Non-personal information collected may be used to analyse and improve the App's performance, user interface, and functionality. This data is used in an aggregated and anonymous form and is not linked to any identifiable individual.

Data Security

We take data security seriously and employ reasonable measures to protect the information collected through the App from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to safeguard your data, please understand that no method of transmission or storage over the internet is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Third-Party Services

The App may use third-party services, such as device location services, for the intended functionality. These third-party services may have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of any third-party services.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted within the App, and the "Effective Date" at the top of this policy will be revised accordingly. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at support@aarhusgeoinstruments.dk

By using the App, you agree to the terms and conditions outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please refrain from using the App.

Thank you for using sTEM!

sTEM Developer Team at Aarhus GeoInstruments