Privacy Policy
Effective Date: February 17, 2025
This Privacy Policy applies to the CogniScribe mobile application (the "App"), developed and operated by Daniel Reti ("we", "our", or "us"). CogniScribe is offered as a freemium service and is provided "as is".
We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with applicable privacy laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and, where applicable, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Information We Collect
When you use the App, we may automatically collect certain information, including:
- Internet Protocol (IP) address
- Mobile operating system and device type
- Approximate location, derived from IP address or device settings
We do not collect or store precise GPS location data.
Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your personal data based on one or more of the following legal grounds:
- Your consent
- Performance of a contract (e.g., delivering the App's features)
- Legal obligations
- Legitimate interests (e.g., analytics, service improvements)
You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us.
Information You Provide
When using the App, you may be asked to provide personally identifiable information, such as your email address. This information is used to create an account, provide support, and send communications related to the App and its features.
How We Use Your Information
The information we collect may be used for the following purposes:
- To operate, maintain, and improve the App and its features
- To analyze usage trends and enhance user experience
- To communicate with you regarding updates, support, and promotional content
- To comply with legal obligations or enforce our terms and policies
Third-Party Services
We may share aggregated or anonymized data with third-party service providers to help us analyze usage and improve the App. These third parties are subject to their own privacy policies and are not permitted to use your data for unrelated purposes.
Third-party services used by the App include:
Data Retention
We retain user-provided information for as long as necessary to deliver the service, or as required by law. If you wish to request deletion of your personal data, please contact us at daniel@cogniscribe.app. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe.
Children's Privacy
The App is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under this age. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided personal data, we will promptly delete it. Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided personal information may contact us at daniel@cogniscribe.app.
Opt-Out and Deletion
You may:
- Uninstall the App at any time to stop data collection
- Contact us to request deletion of your account and associated data
- Unsubscribe from marketing emails using the opt-out link provided
Data Security
We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal and health-related data, including:
- Data encryption in transit and at rest
- Secure authentication and access control
- Regular audits and vulnerability assessments
Despite these efforts, no system is 100% secure. We encourage users to practice good digital hygiene.
User Rights
If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or California, you may have certain rights under applicable data protection laws, including the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your personal information
- Object to or restrict certain processing activities
- Request a copy of your data in a portable format
To exercise any of these rights, please contact daniel@cogniscribe.app.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the App following such updates indicates your acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:
Daniel Reti
Email: daniel@cogniscribe.app