Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Peerquiz.ch ("we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services.

We comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP).

2. Data Controller

The data controller responsible for your personal data is:
Peerquiz.ch
Switzerland
Email: privacy@peerquiz.ch

3. Information We Collect

3.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: Email address, username, and password when you register
• Quiz Content: Quizzes, questions, and answers you create
• Usage Data: Quiz attempts, scores, and feedback you provide

3.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Essential Cookies: Session cookies necessary for the website to function
• Log Data: IP address, browser type, and access times (for security purposes)

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and maintain our service
• Create and manage your account
• Track your quiz progress and history
• Enable quiz sharing and collaboration features
• Improve our services based on usage patterns
• Ensure the security of our platform
• Comply with legal obligations

5. Cookies

We use only essential cookies that are necessary for the website to function:

• Session Cookie: Keeps you logged in during your visit
• CSRF Token: Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks
• Cookie Consent: Remembers your cookie preferences

We do not use: Tracking cookies, advertising cookies, or analytics cookies that collect personal information.

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Hosting providers (Heroku) who help us operate our service
• Other Users: Your public quizzes and username may be visible to other users
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights

7. Your Rights (GDPR)

Under GDPR, you have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Rectification: Correct inaccurate personal data
• Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing
• Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
• Objection: Object to processing of your personal data

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@peerquiz.ch.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide our services. You can request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us.

9. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including encryption (HTTPS), secure password hashing, and regular security updates.

10. International Transfers

Your data may be processed on servers located outside Switzerland/EU (e.g., in the United States via our hosting provider). We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

11. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.