Data protection declaration

Effective Date: 24.01.2024 At Fusion Lab Technologies Sàrl, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how we handle your data. This privacy notice explains the types of data we collect, how it's used, and the measures we take to protect your information.

Definitions:
- Service: A biped device, worn on the shoulders, operated with an App ("Biped app"). The device detects obstacles and provides navigation instructions.
- User: A blind or visually impaired user of the Service.
- Surrounding pedestrian: A person, captured by the cameras of the device, during the use of the Service.

1. Data Collection and Use
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Usage Data
: We collect data related to the use of our products, including session times, logs, settings used, performance and error reports. This information is vital for us to understand how our products are used and to identify areas for improvement. This data is linked to the User account, to also restore previous sessions' settings. No sensitive data, such as images of User's surroundings or GPS navigation paths are stored during the use of the Service.

Research Projects: Within the scope of explicit research projects, we may collect sensitive data, such as low-resolution grey-scale images of User's surroundings or GPS tracks.
- As a User, you will always be informed in advance and your explicit written consent will be sought.
- As a Surrounding pedestrian, a low-resolution image of you which might include your face, and location, might be recorded, only during Research Projects. Outside of Research Projects, the biped device does not have an internet connectivity other than a Wi-Fi antenna, and does not collect nor store any image. To opt-out of such recording, simply indicate to our team members, during the Research Projects, that would like the sequence to be deleted, or write us at support@biped.ai

2. Purpose of Data Collection

Our primary aim in collecting data is to enhance the functionality and user experience of our products. Usage data helps us to:
- Improve product performance and reliability.
- Identify and fix bugs or errors.
- Enhance user experience and interface design.

3. Data Protection and Security

We employ stringent security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These include:
- Secure data storage systems.
- Regular security audits.
- Data encryption, where appropriate.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

Fusion Lab Technologies Sàrl does not sell or rent your data. We only share data with third parties in the following scenarios:
- With service providers who assist in our business operations (under strict confidentiality agreements).
- If required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena or similar legal process.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have rights regarding the use of your data, including:
- Accessing the information we hold about you.
- Requesting correction of any inaccuracies in your data.
- Objecting to the processing of your data.
- Requesting the deletion of your data, subject to legal or regulatory retention requirements.
Any such request should be submitted by email at the following email address: support@biped.ai

6. Changes to This Privacy Notice

We may update this privacy notice to reflect changes in our data practices. If we make significant changes, we will notify you by email or through a notice on our website.

7. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about our privacy practices, please contact us by email at support@biped.ai or at the following address:

Fusion Lab Technologies Sàrl
8 Route de la Corniche,
1066 Epalinges
Switzerland