Privacy Policy
FLOK Pet App
1. INTRODUCTION
We are committed to protecting your privacy and that of your beloved pets.
This Privacy Policy explains how FLOK sp. z o.o., a company registered in Poland, collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our pet care mobile application and related services.
Key Information:
• Data Controller: FLOK sp. z o.o. • Registered Address: UL. DOMANIEWSKA 17/19 / 133, 02-672 WARSZAWA, Poland • Contact: info@flokpetapp.com • Phone: +447723777953
2. WHO WE ARE & WHAT WE DO
We provide a comprehensive pet care application that helps you:
• Track your pet's health, vaccinations, and medical records • Find all pet-related places in your area using geolocation • Store and manage pet photos and documents • Connect with local pet service providers • Receive personalized care reminders and tips
3. DATA WE COLLECT
3.1 Your Personal Information
• Basic Details: Name, surname, email address, phone number • Account Information: Username, password, preferences • Payment Information: Processed through App Store (we do NOT store card details)
3.2 Your Pet's Information
• Basic Pet Data: Name, breed, date of birth, gender • Medical Records: Vaccination history, health conditions, medications • Pet Documentation: Pet passports, medical certificates, test results • Physical Data: Weight tracking, feeding information • Behavioral Notes: Temperament, training progress, special needs
3.3 Location & Device Data
• Geolocation: To find all pet-related places in your area • Device Information: Device type, operating system, IP address • Usage Data: Features used, session duration, app interactions
3.4 Photos & Media
• Pet Photos: Images stored in your pet's profile • Gallery Access: When you choose to upload photos from device gallery • Camera Access: When you take photos within the app
3.5 Reviews Data
• Review Content: Reviews you leave for pet service providers • Rating Data: Ratings you give to businesses
3.6 Technical & Analytics Data
• Google Analytics: Usage patterns, feature popularity • Firebase Data: Crash reports, performance metrics • Third-party Integrations: Data from connected services
4. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING (GDPR)
Data Type
Legal Basis
Purpose
Personal Details
Pet Medical Data
Geolocation
Photos/Media
Analytics
Marketing
Contract Performance
Explicit Consent
Consent
Consent
Legitimate Interest
Consent
Provide core app functionality
Health tracking & reminders
Find nearby services
Store pet memories
Improve app performance
Send promotional communications
Special Category Data: Pet medical records are considered sensitive data and require your explicit consent.
5. HOW WE USE YOUR DATA
5.1 Core App Functions
• Provide pet health tracking and reminders • Store and sync your pet's medical records • Find all pet-related places in your area using location • Process subscription payments (via App Store) • Provide customer support
5.2 Enhanced Features
• Emergency Services: Help locate nearest animal hospitals • Personalized Recommendations: Suggest relevant pet services based on location • Review System: Enable reviews and recommendations for pet businesses
5.3 Analytics & Improvements
• Analyze usage patterns to improve features • Monitor app performance and fix bugs • Conduct user research and surveys
6. DATA SHARING & THIRD PARTIES
6.1 Service Providers We Use
• Google Analytics/Firebase: Usage analytics (with safeguards) • Cloud Storage: EU-based servers for data storage • Payment Processors: Apple App Store (no card data shared with us) • Communication: Email service providers for notifications
6.2 Business Integrations
• Veterinary Clinics: Share appointment data (with consent) • Pet Service Providers: Share review data • Emergency Services: Location data in emergencies only
6.3 Legal Disclosures
• Court Orders: When legally required • Safety Situations: To prevent harm to pets or people • Business Transfers: If company ownership changes
🛡️ We NEVER sell your personal data for profit.
7. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS
• Primary Storage: EU-based secure servers • Analytics Services: May transfer to Google (US) with safeguards • Protection Measures: Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) • Your Consent: Required for any transfers outside EU/EEA
8. DATA RETENTION
Data Type
Retention Period
Reason
Account Data
Pet Medical Records
Photos
Analytics Data
Payment Records
Account lifetime + 2 months
5 years after deletion
Immediate deletion on user request
26 months
7 years
Service provision
Veterinary standards
User control
Google Analytics standard
Tax/accounting compliance
9. YOUR RIGHTS (GDPR)
9.1 Full Rights List
• Access: Get a copy of your data • Rectification: Correct inaccurate information • Erasure: "Right to be forgotten" • Restrict Processing: Limit how we use data • Data Portability: Transfer data to another service • Object: Stop certain types of processing • Withdraw Consent: For consent-based processing
9.2 Special Rights for Pet Data
• Medical Records Export: Get vet-compatible formats • Emergency Access: Temporary access for emergency vets • Photo Bulk Download: All pet photos in organized folders
9.3 How to Exercise Rights
• In-App: Settings → Privacy → Data Requests • Email: privacy@[yourapp].com • Response Time: Within 30 days (may extend to 60 for complex requests)
10. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
10.1 Age Requirements
• Minimum Age: 12 years old • Under 16: Parental consent required (EU residents) • Enhanced Protections: Additional safeguards for minors
10.2 Parental Controls
• Consent Management: Tools for parents to manage permissions • Data Minimization: Collect less data from younger users • Review Restrictions: Limited review features for minors
11. SECURITY MEASURES
11.1 Technical Safeguards
• Encryption: Data encrypted in transit and at rest • Access Controls: Role-based access to personal data • Secure Infrastructure: EU-based, GDPR-compliant servers • Regular Audits: Security assessments and penetration testing
11.2 Organizational Measures
• Staff Training: Privacy and security awareness • Data Processing Agreements: With all third parties • Incident Response: Rapid breach detection and response
11.3 Your Security
• Strong Passwords: Use unique, complex passwords • Device Security: Keep your device updated and secure • Photo Privacy: Be mindful of background details in pet photos
12. BREACH NOTIFICATION
If a data breach occurs:
• Users: Notified within 72 hours if high risk • Regulators: ICO notified within 72 hours • Action Steps: Immediate containment and remediation • Support: Dedicated breach response team
13. REGIONAL COMPLIANCE
13.1 EU/EEA Residents (GDPR)
• Full GDPR rights as outlined above • Complaints: Your national data protection authority • Poland: Polish Personal Data Protection Office (UODO) • Supervisory Authority: Contact your local DPA
13.2 Other Jurisdictions
• US Residents (State Privacy Laws): Access, deletion, opt-out rights where applicable • UK Residents: GDPR-equivalent rights maintained
14. GEOLOCATION SERVICES
14.1 Location Services We Use
• Pet Place Search: Find all pet-related businesses and services in your area • Emergency Services: Locate animal hospitals in emergencies • Service Recommendations: Suggest local pet groomers, walkers, veterinarians
14.2 Your Location Controls
• Precise Location: Only when actively using location features • Background Location: NEVER collected • Disable Option: Turn off in device settings anytime • Emergency Override: May use location without permission in pet emergencies
15. CONTACT US
All inquiries: info@flokpetapp.com Phone: +447723777953
Mailing Address: FLOK sp. z o.o. UL. DOMANIEWSKA 17/19 / 133 02-672 WARSZAWA Poland
16. POLICY UPDATES
• Notification: Email + in-app notification for major changes • Effective Date: 30 days after notification for significant changes • Continued Use: Constitutes acceptance of updated policy • Version History: Available in app settings
Last Updated:
29/09/2025
Effective Date:
29/09/2025
Version:
1.0
This policy is designed to be transparent, comprehensive, and user-friendly while ensuring full legal compliance for pet care applications.
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