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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: December 17, 2024
Last Updated: October 28, 2025

1. Introduction

Turnsapp Inc. ("Turnsapp," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you use our laundromat and dry-cleaning management platform and related services (the "Services").

Our Services Include:
  • Laundromat & Dry-Cleaning Management Software
  • Customer Engagement & Payment Processing
  • Pickup & Delivery Optimization
  • Automated Communications & Notifications
  • Analytics & Reporting Tools
  • Franchise & Multi-Location Support
  • Point-of-Sale (POS) Hardware and Equipment
  • AI-Powered Features and Automation

By using our Services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Business Account Information

When you register for our Services, we collect:

  • Business name, address, and contact information
  • Business owner/manager details (name, email, phone)
  • Business license and tax identification numbers
  • Payment and billing information
  • User account credentials and preferences
  • Hardware shipping and installation addresses
  • Equipment serial numbers and warranty information

2.2 End-Customer Data (Your Customers)

As part of providing our Services, we process customer data on your behalf, including:

  • Customer names, phone numbers, and addresses
  • Pickup and delivery preferences
  • Order history and service details
  • Payment information (processed securely through third-party processors)
  • Communication preferences and history
  • Loyalty program and promotional data

2.3 Operational Data

  • Machine usage and performance data
  • Transaction records and payment processing data
  • Inventory and supply management information
  • Staff scheduling and time tracking data
  • Route optimization and delivery logistics data
  • POS hardware performance and diagnostic data
  • Equipment maintenance and service records

2.4 Technical Information

  • IP addresses, browser types, and device information
  • Usage patterns, feature utilization, and system performance data
  • Log files, cookies, and similar tracking technologies
  • API usage and integration data
  • Mobile app usage and device identifiers

2.5 Communications

  • Support tickets, chat logs, and email correspondence
  • Feedback, surveys, and testimonials
  • Marketing communications preferences

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Service Delivery

  • Provide and maintain our laundromat management platform
  • Process transactions and manage billing
  • Enable customer engagement and communication features
  • Optimize pickup and delivery routes
  • Generate analytics and reporting
  • Provide customer support and technical assistance
  • Power AI-driven features and automation

3.2 Business Operations

  • Verify business accounts and prevent fraud
  • Comply with legal obligations and tax requirements
  • Improve and develop new features
  • Conduct research and analytics for service enhancement

3.3 Communications

  • Send service-related notifications and updates
  • Provide customer support and respond to inquiries
  • Send marketing communications (with your consent)
  • Notify you of policy changes or important updates

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 Service Providers

We share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Services:

Payment Processing

Stripe (Stripe, Inc.)

Purpose: Credit card and payment processing (US & International)

  • Privacy Policy: stripe.com/privacy
  • Data Processing Agreement: stripe.com/legal/dpa
  • Last Updated: January 16, 2025
  • Compliance: GDPR, PCI-DSS Level 1

PayPal (PayPal Holdings, Inc.)

Purpose: Alternative payment processing

  • Privacy Policy: paypal.com/privacy
  • Compliance: GDPR, PCI-DSS

Razorpay (Razorpay Software Limited)

Purpose: Payment processing for India

What Razorpay Collects:

  • Personal identifiers (name, email, phone, address, demographics)
  • Transaction data and payment details
  • Device & technical data (IP, browser, device info)
  • Regulatory & KYC compliance data

Compliance:

  • Privacy Policy: razorpay.com/privacy
  • Regulatory Framework: Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (India)
  • Data Fiduciary Status: Acts as Data Fiduciary under Indian law
  • User Rights: Right to redress grievances, nominate representative

PayMaya / Maya (PayMaya Philippines, Inc.)

Purpose: Payment processing for Philippines

Security Measures:

  • AES-256 encryption for data at rest and in transit
  • Role-based access controls and data minimization
  • First bank in Philippines with ISO 27001 & ISO 27701 certifications

Compliance:

  • Privacy Policy: maya.ph/privacy
  • DPO Contact: dpo@paymaya.com
  • Terms Updated: May 20, 2025
  • Regulatory Framework: Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Philippines)
  • User Rights: Right to object, access, modify, erasure

PayRange (PayRange, Inc.)

Purpose: Cashless payment solutions for unattended retail

Important Security Note:

  • Card data is NEVER viewed, passed through, or stored on PayRange servers
  • Only last 4 digits of card + token are stored
  • Multiple security safeguards against unauthorized access
  • Privacy Policy: payrange.com/privacy-policy
  • Last Updated: November 2024
  • Compliance: PCI-DSS

Cloud Infrastructure

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Purpose: Application hosting and data storage

  • Privacy Policy: aws.amazon.com/privacy
  • Data Processing Addendum: AWS DPA
  • Certifications: ISO 27001, ISO 27017, ISO 27018, ISO 27701, SOC 2
  • Compliance: GDPR with DPA

Google Cloud Platform

Purpose: Cloud services and infrastructure

  • Privacy Policy: cloud.google.com/privacy
  • Certifications: ISO 27001, SOC 2
  • Compliance: GDPR

Communication Services

Twilio (Twilio Inc.)

Purpose: SMS messaging and voice services

  • Privacy Policy: twilio.com/legal/privacy
  • Data Protection Addendum: Twilio DPA
  • Last Updated: August 22, 2025 (DPA), August 14, 2025 (Privacy)
  • Framework: Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs) - approved by EU DPAs
  • Certifications: ISO 27001

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

OpenAI (OpenAI, Inc.)

Purpose: AI-powered features including automated text generation, intelligent suggestions, and natural language processing

Important Privacy Protections:

  • By default, OpenAI does NOT use API data for training models
  • API inputs/outputs do NOT become training data (unless explicitly opted in)
  • Data retained for abuse monitoring for maximum 30 days, then deleted
  • Zero data retention available for highly sensitive applications

What OpenAI Processes:

  • Text inputs you provide to AI features
  • Generated responses and outputs
  • Technical metadata (timestamps, API usage)

Security: AES-256 encryption at rest, TLS 1.2+ in transit

  • Privacy Policy: openai.com/policies/row-privacy-policy
  • Enterprise Privacy: openai.com/enterprise-privacy
  • Last Updated: June 27, 2025
  • Data Retention: 30 days (abuse monitoring), then deleted
  • Compliance: SOC 2, SOC 3, GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA (with BAA)

Note: You can opt out of AI-powered features at any time through your account settings. Disabling AI features will not affect core platform functionality.

Delivery and Logistics Services

DoorDash (DoorDash, Inc.)

Purpose: Delivery coordination and logistics via Drive API

What DoorDash Processes:

  • Customer names, addresses, and phone numbers (for delivery)
  • Pickup and drop-off locations
  • Delivery instructions and preferences
  • Order timing and status

Privacy Practices: Asynchronous data redaction, address obfuscation to prevent re-identification

  • Privacy Policy: about.doordash.com/privacy
  • Controller Status: DoorDash acts as data Controller
  • User Rights: Right to deletion, opt-out of data selling, opt-out of targeted advertising
  • Compliance: GDPR, CCPA

Error Monitoring and Diagnostics

Sentry (Sentry, Inc.)

Purpose: Application error tracking and performance monitoring

Sentry collects technical error information when issues occur in our application, including error messages, stack traces, device/browser information, IP addresses, and user interaction breadcrumbs. This helps us identify and fix technical problems quickly.

  • Privacy Policy: sentry.io/privacy
  • Data Retention: 90 days
  • Data Location: United States (EU hosting available)
  • Compliance: GDPR with DPA

Customer Support and Messaging

Intercom (Intercom, Inc.)

Purpose: Customer support chat and in-app messaging

Important Cookie Notice: Intercom places cookies on your device to maintain chat sessions and track your interactions. These are third-party, persistent cookies.

You can opt-out of Intercom tracking by:

  • Contacting us to disable the chat widget for your account
  • Managing cookie preferences through your browser settings
  • Using our cookie preferences center

What Intercom Collects:

  • Your name, email address, and account information
  • Messages and conversation history with our support team
  • Usage data including pages visited and features used
  • Technical information (browser type, device, IP address)
  • Privacy Policy: intercom.com/legal/privacy
  • Data Processing Agreement: Intercom DPA
  • Data Retention: 180 days after account closure
  • Data Location: United States (EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework certified)
  • Compliance: GDPR with DPA

Location and Mapping Services

Google Maps Platform (Google LLC)

Purpose: Maps, geocoding, place search, and location services

We use Google Maps Platform for:

  • Map display and navigation
  • Address autocomplete and validation
  • Place search and location selection
  • Route optimization for pickup and delivery

With your explicit permission, we may:

  • Access your device location
  • Send location data to Google for geocoding and mapping
  • Store search queries and map interactions

Important: We will request your permission before accessing your device location. You may decline location access and continue using other features of our application.

Revoking Location Permission:

  • Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Site Settings > Location
  • Safari: Preferences > Websites > Location
  • Mobile: Device Settings > Apps > Turnsapp > Permissions
  • Privacy Policy: policies.google.com/privacy
  • Google Maps Terms: developers.google.com/maps/terms
  • Compliance: GDPR with Controller-Controller Data Protection Terms

Analytics and Performance

Google Analytics (Google LLC) & Microsoft Clarity (Microsoft Corporation)

Purpose: Usage analytics, user behavior tracking, session recording, and heatmaps

These services help us understand how users interact with our application and identify areas for improvement. They collect usage data, device/browser information, anonymized IP addresses, and click patterns.

  • Google Analytics Privacy: policies.google.com/privacy
  • Microsoft Clarity Privacy: privacy.microsoft.com
  • Opt-Out: Available through browser privacy settings or cookie preferences

Hardware and Logistics

  • Shipping and logistics providers for hardware delivery
  • Equipment manufacturers and warranty service providers

4.2 Your End-Customers

We may communicate directly with your customers for:

  • Order confirmations and status updates
  • Pickup and delivery notifications
  • Payment processing and receipts
  • Customer support (when authorized by you)

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law or to:

  • Comply with legal processes or government requests
  • Protect our rights, property, or safety
  • Prevent fraud or security threats
  • Enforce our Terms of Service

4.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, customer information may be transferred as part of the business transaction.

5. Device Permissions

5.1 Camera Access (QR Code Scanner)

Our QR code scanning feature requires access to your device camera. Your browser will request permission before granting access.

How We Use Camera Data:

  • Camera data is processed locally on your device only
  • We do NOT transmit camera images to our servers
  • We do NOT store or record camera data
  • Only the scanned QR/barcode data is processed

Revoking Camera Permission:

  • Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Site Settings > Camera
  • Safari: Preferences > Websites > Camera
  • Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Permissions > Camera

5.2 Microphone Access (Voice Input)

Voice input features use your browser's built-in speech recognition API and require microphone access.

How Voice Data is Processed:

  • Audio is processed by your browser's speech recognition service:
    • Chrome users: Google's speech recognition service
    • Safari users: Apple's speech recognition service
    • Edge users: Microsoft's speech recognition service
  • We do NOT directly collect, store, or record audio data
  • Only the transcribed text is sent to our application

Revoking Microphone Permission:

  • Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Site Settings > Microphone
  • Safari: Preferences > Websites > Microphone
  • Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Permissions > Microphone

Note: Audio processing is subject to your browser provider's privacy policy (Google, Apple, or Microsoft).

6. Data Security and Protection

6.1 Security Measures

  • Industry-standard encryption for data transmission and storage
  • Secure payment processing with PCI DSS compliance
  • Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
  • Access controls and employee training on data protection
  • Multi-factor authentication for administrative access

6.2 Payment Card Security

  • We do not store complete payment card information
  • Payment processing is handled by certified third-party processors (Stripe, PayPal, Razorpay, PayMaya, PayRange)
  • All payment data is encrypted and tokenized

6.3 Data Breach Response

In the event of a security breach affecting your data, we will:

  • Notify affected users within 72 hours of discovery
  • Provide details about the nature and scope of the breach
  • Outline remediation steps being taken
  • Offer assistance and support as appropriate

7. Your Rights and Choices

7.1 Access and Control

  • Access your account information and settings
  • Update or correct your business information
  • Manage communication preferences
  • Download your data in standard formats

7.2 Data Subject Rights (GDPR/CCPA)

If applicable, you have the right to:

  • Request access to personal information we hold
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of personal information
  • Object to processing of personal information
  • Request data portability
  • Withdraw consent for processing

To exercise your rights, contact us at: privacy@turnsapp.com

7.3 Your Customer Data Rights

As a business customer, you control your end-customer data and can:

  • Export customer data at any time
  • Delete customer records from our system
  • Manage customer communication preferences
  • Control data sharing and processing settings

8. Data Retention

8.1 Business Account Data

We retain your business account information for as long as:

  • Your account remains active
  • Required to provide Services
  • Necessary for legal, tax, or regulatory compliance
  • Typically 7 years after account closure for financial records

8.2 End-Customer Data

  • Customer data is retained as directed by you
  • You can delete customer data at any time through your account
  • We may retain anonymized, aggregated data for analytics
  • Upon account termination, customer data is deleted within 90 days unless legally required to retain

8.3 Technical and Usage Data

  • Sentry (Error logs): 90 days
  • Intercom (Support data): 180 days after account closure
  • OpenAI (AI processing data): 30 days for abuse monitoring, then deleted (zero retention available)
  • Log files and technical data: 12-24 months
  • Analytics data: Anonymized and aggregated indefinitely
  • Support communications: 3 years from last contact

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

9.1 Types of Cookies

  • Essential Cookies: Required for basic platform functionality (authentication, security, session management)
  • Performance Cookies: Help us analyze usage and improve Services (with consent)
  • Functional Cookies: Remember preferences and settings
  • Marketing Cookies: Used for targeted advertising (with your explicit consent)

9.2 Specific Cookies Used

Cookie Name/Source Purpose Type Duration Consent Required
Application Session Authentication and security First-party Session No (Essential)
Intercom Customer support chat session tracking Third-party Persistent Yes
Language Preference (i18next) Remember language setting First-party (localStorage) Persistent No (Functional)
Google Analytics (_ga, _gid) Usage analytics and tracking Third-party Persistent (2 years) Yes
Microsoft Clarity (_clck, _clsk) Session recording and heatmaps Third-party Persistent Yes

9.3 Cookie Management

You can control cookies through:

  • Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or delete existing cookies
  • Our Cookie Preferences Center: Manage granular cookie consent (available in your account settings)
  • Opt-Out Links:
    • Google Analytics: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
    • Microsoft Clarity: privacy.microsoft.com

Note: Disabling certain cookies may affect platform functionality. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for the application to work.

10. International Data Transfers

Our Services may involve transferring data internationally. We ensure adequate protection through:

10.1 Data Transfer Mechanisms

  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) for EU data transfers
  • Data Processing Agreements with all international service providers
  • Compliance with local data protection requirements

10.2 Data Transfer Locations

Service Data Location Safeguards
Stripe United States DPA, PCI-DSS
PayPal United States/Global DPA
Razorpay India DPDPA 2023 compliance
PayMaya Philippines DPA 2012 compliance, ISO 27001/27701
PayRange United States PCI-DSS compliance
Sentry United States DPA, EU hosting available
Intercom United States EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework, DPA
Google Maps United States/Global Controller-Controller DPA
Google Analytics United States Standard Contractual Clauses
Microsoft Clarity United States Standard Contractual Clauses
AWS United States/EU (configurable) AWS GDPR compliance
OpenAI United States DPA, SOC 2/3, GDPR/CCPA/HIPAA
DoorDash United States GDPR/CCPA compliance

10.3 Data Processing Agreements

We have executed Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) with the following processors to ensure GDPR compliance:

  • Stripe, Inc.
  • Sentry, Inc.
  • Intercom, Inc.
  • Amazon Web Services
  • Google Cloud Platform
  • OpenAI, Inc.

11. Children's Privacy

Our Services are designed for business use and are not intended for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe we have collected information from a minor, please contact us immediately at privacy@turnsapp.com.

12. Third-Party Integrations

Our platform may integrate with third-party services (POS systems, accounting software, etc.). This Privacy Policy does not cover third-party services. Please review their privacy policies for information about their data practices.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of material changes by:

  • Email notification to your registered account
  • Prominent notice on our platform
  • Updated "Last Modified" date at the top of this policy

Continued use of our Services after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

14. Contact Information

For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your rights, contact us:

Turnsapp Inc.
16192 Coastal Highway
Lewes, Delaware, 19958

Email: privacy@turnsapp.com
Phone: (406) 630-4421
Support Portal: help.turnsapp.com

15. Summary of Key Changes (October 28, 2025 Update)

This privacy policy was updated to include:

Frontend Services (Previously Updated):

  • Sentry (error tracking) disclosure
  • Intercom (customer support) disclosure with cookie notice
  • Google Maps Platform disclosure with location consent details
  • Google Analytics and Microsoft Clarity disclosures
  • Camera access disclosure (QR scanner)
  • Microphone access disclosure (voice input)
  • Enhanced cookie disclosure with specific cookie table
  • Data retention details per service
  • International data transfers table

Backend Services (New in This Update):

  • Razorpay (India Payments) - Complete disclosure including:
    • Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 compliance
    • KYC and anti-money laundering compliance
    • User rights under Indian law
  • PayMaya / Maya (Philippines Payments) - Complete disclosure including:
    • Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Philippines) compliance
    • ISO 27001 & ISO 27701 certifications
    • User rights under Philippines law
  • PayRange (Payment Processing) - Complete disclosure including card data security
  • OpenAI (AI & Machine Learning) - Complete disclosure including:
    • AI-powered features explanation
    • No training on customer data by default
    • 30-day retention, then deletion
    • Opt-out options
  • DoorDash (Delivery & Logistics) - Complete disclosure including data redaction practices

Enhanced Sections:

  • Expanded payment processing section with 5 payment providers
  • Added AI & Machine Learning subsection
  • Added Delivery & Logistics subsection
  • Updated data retention periods
  • Expanded international data transfers table

This Privacy Policy is effective as of the date listed above and applies to all information collected by Turnsapp Inc.

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