Data Privacy Policy

Protecting your personal data is a priority for Genèse, the company that publishes the Shetalks app. This privacy policy is intended to explain, in a clear and transparent manner, how your data is collected, used, and protected when you use our app or participate in events organized by the Shetalks community.

1. Data Controller

The data controller is the company Genèse, a simplified joint-stock company (SAS) with capital of €1,000, registered with the Paris Trade and Companies Register under number 984 045 583, with its registered office located at 45 AVENUE DES HAMEAUX, 91130 RIS-ORANGIS. If you have any questions regarding the handling of your personal data, you may contact our Data Protection Officer at the following address: contact@shetalks.fr.

2. Data Collected

We collect and process the following data in connection with your use of the Shetalks app:

- Registration Data: When you create an account, we collect information such as your last name, first name, email address, username, and password.
- Usage Data: When you use the app, we record your preferences, your interactions (participation in discussions, content creation), and your activities within the community.
- Technical data: Information related to the device you are using (model, operating system, IP address, connection logs).
- Location data (if applicable): We collect your location data only if you consent to enabling geolocation services.

3. Purposes of Data Collection

The data collected is used for the following purposes:

- User account management: To allow you to access the services and features of the Shetalks application.
- Service Improvement: To improve the app’s features, personalize your experience, and optimize our platform.
- Sending communications: To send you notifications, newsletters, and information about events or new features.
- Legal compliance: To meet legal obligations, particularly regarding data retention.

4. Data Sharing

Your personal data is neither sold nor shared with third parties without your consent. However, we may share your data in the following cases:

- Service providers: We work with external service providers, such as hosting, data analysis and maintenance providers, who may have access to certain data in order to ensure the proper functioning of the application. These providers are subject to strict contractual obligations regarding the confidentiality of your information.
- Legal obligations: We may disclose your data if required by law or if necessary in connection with legal proceedings.

5. Data Security

We take all reasonable measures to ensure the security of your personal data. This includes the use of encryption protocols for sensitive transmissions, strict access controls, and regular audits of our security systems. However, no method of data transmission over the internet or electronic storage is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention Period

Your data is retained for as long as you use the app and for up to three years after you close your account. After this period, your data will be deleted or anonymized, unless applicable law requires it to be retained for a longer period.

7. Your Rights

In accordance with the GDPR and the French “Informatique et Libertés” law, you have the following rights regarding your data:

- Right of access: You have the right to request access to the personal data we hold about you.
- Right to rectification: You may request the correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Right to erasure: You may request the deletion of your data under certain conditions.
- Right to object: You may object to the processing of your data on legitimate grounds.
- Right to data portability: You have the right to receive your data in a structured format and to transmit it to another provider.
- Right to restriction of processing: You may request the restriction of the processing of your data in certain cases.

To exercise your rights, you can contact us at [contact email]. We will process your request within a maximum period of one month.

8. Cookies

The Shetalks app uses cookies and other trackers to improve your user experience, measure audience reach, and personalize content. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time in your device or browser settings.

9. Participation in events and meetings

Shetalks organizes or facilitates participation in events and meetups between users. We would like to emphasize that Genèse and Shetalks cannot guarantee the safety of the venues or interactions between participants during these events. Therefore, we disclaim any liability in the event of risks or dangers related to these in-person meetings, including, but not limited to:

- Physical risks: Meetings between users or participation in events may involve physical risks for which Genèse cannot be held responsible. Each user must take their own safety precautions during meetups.
- Venue safety: Events may take place in public or private venues that we do not control. It is the responsibility of each participant to assess the safety of the venue and the people present.
- Behavior of other users: Genèse is not responsible for the behavior of participants during meetups and events. We encourage users to exercise caution and to report any inappropriate behavior to our moderation team.

All participants are advised to take appropriate safety measures, such as meeting other users in public places and informing a close friend or family member of the location where the meetups are taking place.

10. Changes to the Privacy Policy

This privacy policy may be modified at any time. Any updates will be posted on this page, and you will be notified via the app. We encourage you to check this page regularly to stay informed of any changes.

11. Contact

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or wish to exercise your rights, you can contact us at the following address: contact@shetalks.fr.