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Privacy Policy

1. Disclaimer

By accessing and using this app, you expressly agree to the following terms and conditions.

2. Introduction

This privacy policy describes how KU Leuven (“Publisher”) and Zenjoy BVBA (“Maker”) process personal data in the context of using the S.TOOL app. The app is used for academic research and is exclusively for use by study participants.

3. Collected Data

When registering in the app, an email address is requested to create a unique account. This email address is never directly linked to the entered data. The data you enter in the app is pseudonymized and stored in a secure database.

4. Purpose of Data Processing

The collected data is used exclusively for scientific research and is not used for commercial purposes. The processing of this data is based on the informed consent of the participant.

5. Security and Pseudonymization

To protect the privacy of users:

  • Research data is separated from email addresses and a unique, non-traceable ID is used.
  • Only authorized researchers from KU Leuven and involved partners are authorized to access the pseudonymized data.
  • Technical and organizational measures are taken to protect data against loss, misuse, or unauthorized access.

6. User Rights

In accordance with GDPR, you have the following rights:

  • Right to access, correct, and delete your personal data.
  • Right to withdraw your consent.
  • Right to restriction of processing and data portability.

Requests regarding these rights can be submitted via the KU Leuven contact address.

7. Data Retention Period

The data is retained as long as necessary for the research and is subsequently anonymized or deleted.

8. Data Breaches

In the event of a data breach, the competent authorities and those involved will be notified in accordance with GDPR guidelines.

9. Liability

The app has been developed with the utmost care. Neither the maker nor the publisher can be held liable for damage resulting from the use of the app or possible inaccuracies in the information provided.

The information on the app is of a general nature. The information is not adapted to personal, specific, or medical circumstances, and therefore cannot be considered as personal or professional advice to the user.

10. Changes to this Privacy Policy

KU Leuven reserves the right to change this privacy policy. The latest version will always be available via the app.

11. Contact Information

KU Leuven
Oude Markt 13
3000 Leuven

Phone: +32 16 324010

This privacy policy has been drawn up in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)