Privacy Policy for PTMA Mobile Application
Effective Date: March 2025
Last Updated: March 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how the PTMA Project (“we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, and protects personal data of users (“you”) when you use our mobile application (the “App”), available on the Google Play Store and Apple App Store.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU) 2016/679 and other applicable data protection laws.
1. Who We Are
The PTMA Project is co-funded by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union and aims to promote personal and team mental agility through innovative educational tools. More about the project can be found at https://ptmaproject.com/.
For GDPR purposes, the data controller is:
PTMA Project Coordinator
[Insert organisation name, address, and contact email – e.g. info@ptmaproject.com]
2. What Data We Collect
We only collect personal data that is strictly necessary for the functionality and improvement of the App. This may include:
Basic identifiers: e.g., username, email address (if user accounts are enabled)
Usage data: in-app actions, time spent on activities, and learning outcomes
Device information: device type, operating system, anonymised IP address
Location data: only if required and with explicit user consent
We do not collect special categories of personal data (e.g., health, biometric, racial or ethnic data).
3. How We Use Your Data
We use your data to:
Provide and improve the App’s educational functionality
Customise the user experience based on learning progress
Monitor engagement and collect anonymous statistics for reporting
Ensure compliance with legal obligations related to EU funding and Erasmus+ reporting
We do not use your data for commercial or advertising purposes.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data on the following lawful bases:
Consent – Where applicable, we seek your explicit consent (e.g., for location data)
Legitimate interest – To operate and improve the App in line with PTMA’s educational goals
Legal obligation – To comply with EU funding requirements
5. Data Sharing and Transfers
We may share anonymised or aggregated data with PTMA project partners for research and evaluation purposes. These partners are listed at https://ptmaproject.com/partners.
We do not sell your personal data. Data is processed and stored within the European Economic Area (EEA) and is not transferred to third countries without adequate safeguards in place.
6. Data Retention
We retain your data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by Erasmus+ reporting obligations. After this period, your data is securely deleted or anonymised.
7. Your Rights (under GDPR)
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
Right to access – You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
Right to rectification – You can ask us to correct any inaccuracies
Right to erasure – You may request deletion of your data (subject to certain exceptions)
Right to restrict processing
Right to data portability
Right to object – You can object to processing based on legitimate interests
Right to withdraw consent – Where applicable
To exercise your rights, please contact us at: [Insert Contact Email]
8. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including data encryption, secure servers, and access controls.
9. Children’s Privacy
The App is not intended for children under 16 without parental consent. We do not knowingly collect data from minors without the appropriate legal basis.
10. Third-Party Services
The App may use trusted third-party services (e.g., analytics tools, cloud storage) that comply with GDPR. These are bound by data processing agreements.
11. Updates to this Privacy Policy
We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in law or project practices. We will notify you of significant changes through the App or via email.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact:
Email: ptmaerasmusplus@gmail.com
Website: https://ptmaproject.com/