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Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2025

Simple and Sinister Tracker for Garmin Devices

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how the Simple and Sinister Tracker application ("the App", "we", "us") collects, uses, and protects your personal information. The App is developed and maintained by Lukáš Ciasnoha.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we handle your data. This policy complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws.

2. Data Controller Information

Important: Garmin International, Inc. is the data controller for all user data collected through this app, not the app developer.

App Developer: Lukáš Ciasnoha

Data Access: No access to user data

Contact for app technical issues: lukas(at)ciasnoha.com

For all data protection inquiries, please contact Garmin directly through their official channels.

3. What Data We Collect

The Simple and Sinister Tracker is designed with privacy by design. We collect minimal data necessary for the app's functionality:

3.1 Workout Data

3.2 Device Information

3.3 Data We Do NOT Collect

We explicitly do not collect:

4. How We Use Your Data

Your workout data is used exclusively for the following purposes:

5. Data Processing and Storage

5.1 Garmin Connect IQ Platform

This app runs exclusively on the Garmin Connect IQ platform. All data processing and storage is handled entirely by Garmin:

5.2 Developer Data Access

Important: As the app developer, I (Lukáš Ciasnoha) have zero access to any user data, including:

All data remains within Garmin's ecosystem and is governed by Garmin's privacy policy.

6. Data Storage and Security

6.1 Local Storage

Your workout data is primarily stored locally on your Garmin device and is encrypted using Garmin's security protocols.

6.2 Garmin Cloud Storage

Data synchronized to Garmin Connect is stored on Garmin's secure servers, protected by industry-standard security measures including:

6.3 No Independent Cloud Storage

We do not maintain independent cloud servers or databases for storing your data.

7. Your Rights Under GDPR

Since Garmin is the data controller, all GDPR rights must be exercised directly with Garmin:

7.1 Right to Access

Contact Garmin to request information about your data. The app developer cannot provide this information.

7.2 Right to Rectification

Correct data through Garmin Connect or contact Garmin support.

7.3 Right to Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten")

Delete data through Garmin Connect or contact Garmin to request deletion.

7.4 Right to Data Portability

Export your data through Garmin Connect's built-in export functionality.

7.5 Right to Object

Contact Garmin to object to data processing or discontinue using the app.

7.6 Right to Withdraw Consent

Manage consent through your Garmin account settings.

Contact Garmin for all data protection inquiries: https://www.garmin.com/privacy/

8. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data based on the following legal grounds:

9. Data Retention

We retain your workout data:

10. International Data Transfers

When your data is synchronized with Garmin Connect, it may be transferred to countries outside the European Union. Garmin ensures adequate protection through:

11. Children's Privacy

The App is not intended for children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 16, please contact us immediately.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will:

13. Contact Information

For App Technical Support:
Lukáš Ciasnoha: lukas(at)ciasnoha.com

For Data Protection Inquiries:
Contact Garmin directly through: https://www.garmin.com/privacy/

Note: The app developer cannot assist with data protection requests as they have no access to user data.

14. Supervisory Authority

If you believe your data protection rights have been violated, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the relevant supervisory authority:

Czech Republic:
Office for Personal Data Protection (Úřad pro ochranu osobních údajů)
Website: www.uoou.cz

15. Garmin Privacy Policy

For information about how Garmin handles your data, please review their privacy policy at: https://www.garmin.com/privacy/

This privacy policy was prepared by a cybersecurity professional to ensure comprehensive data protection compliance.