Privacy Policy for The Art of Fauna

Last updated: June 5, 2025

Welcome to The Art of Fauna. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information when you use our iOS application (the “App”). By downloading, installing, or using The Art of Fauna and any related services—including “Friends of Fauna”—you agree to the practices described herein.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 TelemetryDeck Analytics (Anonymous, Non-PII)

The Art of Fauna uses the TelemetryDeck analytics service to collect only anonymous, non-personally identifiable information. We do not store names, phone numbers, or any data that directly identifies an individual. Instead, TelemetryDeck allows us to collect aggregated metrics that help us understand how users interact with The Art of Fauna, troubleshoot issues, and improve user experience. The anonymous usage data we collect may include:

• Feature Usage: Which puzzles were solved, which app icons are selected, if notifications are enabled or if a review was enabled. This may also include other features of screens in the future.
• Device Information: Device model (e.g., iPhone 12, iPhone 14 Pro), operating system version (e.g., iOS 17.2), screen resolution, and app version.
• Performance Metrics: App launch time, crash logs (e.g., stack traces without user-specific identifiers), network latency, and error rates.
• Basic Settings: Language preference, system locale, and in-app settings (e.g., Dark Mode enabled/disabled).

All of the above data is collected in an aggregated, anonymized form. We do not link it to your name, email address, IP address, or any other personally identifying detail.

1.2 “Friends of Fauna” Uploads (Email Addresses & Images)

“Friends of Fauna” is an optional service within The Art of Fauna that allows users to upload their own wildlife-inspired artwork or photographs (collectively, “Uploaded Images”) for a chance to be featured in our monthly puzzle. In order to notify you if your submission is selected, we require a valid email address. In this context, we collect the following information:

• Email Address (PII): Provided voluntarily by you so we can send a notification if you are selected for the monthly puzzle.
• Uploaded Images: Photographs that you choose to submit.

We treat this data with care (see Section 4 for retention). You may withdraw your email or request deletion of your images at any time; please see our “Your Rights” section below for instructions. None of this data is linked to the analytics data mentioned in section 1.2.

2. How We Use Your Information

1. App Improvement & Analytics (TelemetryDeck)
   
   • Analyze feature usage patterns to prioritize new features, bug fixes, and performance optimizations.
   • Monitor stability (e.g., track crashes) to enhance overall reliability.
   • Understand aggregate engagement (e.g., which puzzles are most popular) so we can curate content accordingly.
2. “Friends of Fauna” Notifications
   
   • Use your email address solely to notify you if your submission is selected for the monthly puzzle. No marketing or unrelated communications will be sent unless you opt in to separate promotional messaging (which will always be clearly presented in a separate consent form).
3. Security and Fraud Prevention
   
   • Detect and prevent misuse or unauthorized access to The Art of Fauna’s features.
   • Protect our infrastructure and your data against malicious activity (e.g., repeated failed login attempts, automated bots).

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

3.1 No Sale of Personal Data

The Art of Fauna does not sell or rent your personal information (including email addresses or Uploaded Images) to any third parties.

3.2 Service Providers

• TelemetryDeck: We share anonymous, non-PII usage data with TelemetryDeck strictly in order to receive analytics reports. TelemetryDeck’s servers aggregate and store this data. We do not have access to any personally identifying data via this service.

3.3 Legal Compliance

We may disclose information if required by law (e.g., in response to a valid subpoena, court order, or government request), to protect our rights, or to comply with an investigation relating to suspected illegal activity.

4. Data Retention and Deletion

4.1 TelemetryDeck Analytics Data

Anonymous, aggregated telemetry data is retained by TelemetryDeck per their standard data-retention policy. We do not store raw telemetry data containing any potential identifiers beyond what TelemetryDeck retains.

4.2 “Friends of Fauna” Data

• Retention Period: Uploaded Images & Email Addresses are stored on our servers for up to one year from the date of submission.
• Automatic Deletion: After one year, we permanently delete both the image file(s) and your email address from our systems.
• Upon Request: You can ask us to delete your Uploaded Images and email address at any time prior to the one-year mark. To do so, contact us at support@strasser.app and include the subject line “Friends of Fauna Data Deletion Request.” We will process deletion requests within 30 days of receipt.

5. Your Rights and Choices

5.1 Access and Correction

• Access: If you wish to receive a copy of the personal information we have about you in connection with “Friends of Fauna” (i.e., your email or Uploaded Image), you may email support@strasser.app. We will respond within 30 days.

5.2 Deletion (Right to Be Forgotten)

If you would like us to delete your Email Address and any Uploaded Images before the one-year retention period ends, please email support@strasser.app with the subject line “Delete My Friends of Fauna Data.” We will confirm deletion within 30 days.

6. Security Measures

• We implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
• Uploaded Images and Email Addresses for “Friends of Fauna” are stored in an encrypted database. Only authorized personnel have access.
• TelemetryDeck communication is encrypted in transit (HTTPS), and data is stored per TelemetryDeck’s security protocols.

While no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, we strive to use industry-standard technologies and best practices.

7. Third-Party Links and Services

The Art of Fauna may contain links to external websites or services (for example, payment processors if you purchase premium content). This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third parties. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any site you visit from our App.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our data-handling practices. When we post changes, we will revise the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. If the changes are significant, we will provide a more prominent notice (e.g., in-app notification or email to registered “Friends of Fauna” participants) before the changes take effect.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

• Email: support@strasser.app
• Physical Mailing Address:
  Klemens Strasser
  Prangelgasse 1, 8020 Graz, Austria

Thank you for trusting The Art of Fauna. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and providing you with a positive user experience.