Last updated: February 15, 2026
1. Introduction
DS Maker LTD ("we," "our," or "us") is a limited company registered in Cyprus. We are committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our iOS applications ("Apps") and our website at dsmaker.com ("Website").
By using our Apps or Website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our services.
2. Data Controller
DS Maker LTD is the data controller responsible for your personal data. If you have any questions about this policy, please contact us at:
3. Information We Collect
3.1 Information You Provide
- Account registration information (name, email address)
- Contact form submissions
- Customer support correspondence
- Payment information (processed by Apple and/or Stripe — we do not store credit card details)
- User-generated content within our Apps
3.2 Information Collected Automatically
- Device information (device model, operating system version, unique device identifiers)
- Usage data (app features used, session duration, crash reports)
- IP address and approximate location (country/region level)
- Browser type and version (Website visits)
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies (Website only)
3.3 Information from Third Parties
- Apple App Store purchase and subscription data
- Analytics data from Google Analytics
4. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To provide, maintain, and improve our Apps and Website
- To process transactions and manage subscriptions
- To respond to customer support requests
- To send important notices (updates, security alerts, policy changes)
- To analyze usage patterns and improve user experience
- To detect, prevent, and address technical issues and fraud
- To comply with legal obligations
5. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we process your personal data based on:
- Contract performance: Processing necessary to provide our services
- Legitimate interests: Analytics, security, and service improvement
- Consent: Marketing communications and optional cookies
- Legal obligation: Compliance with applicable laws
6. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services that may collect information:
- Apple: App Store transactions, in-app purchases, subscriptions, and app analytics
- Google Analytics: Website and app usage analytics (anonymized IP)
- Stripe: Payment processing for applicable services
Each third-party service operates under its own privacy policy. We encourage you to review their respective policies.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Typical retention periods:
- Account data: Duration of account existence + 30 days after deletion
- Transaction records: 7 years (legal/tax requirements)
- Analytics data: 26 months
- Support correspondence: 2 years
8. Your Rights (GDPR)
If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights:
- Right of access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Right to rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
- Right to erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
- Right to restrict processing: Request limitation of data processing
- Right to data portability: Receive your data in a structured format
- Right to object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
- Right to withdraw consent: Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We will respond within 30 days.
9. Your Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have the right to:
- Know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Opt out of the sale of your personal information (we do not sell personal information)
- Non-discrimination for exercising your rights
To exercise your CCPA rights, contact us at [email protected].
10. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures including:
- TLS/SSL encryption for all data in transit
- Encryption at rest for stored personal data
- Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
- Access controls and authentication for internal systems
While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.
11. International Data Transfers
Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside Cyprus and the EEA. When such transfers occur, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission.
12. Children's Privacy
Our Apps and Website are not intended for children under the age of 13 (or 16 in the EEA). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected data from a child, please contact us immediately.
13. Cookies
Our Website uses cookies and similar technologies for:
- Essential cookies: Required for website functionality
- Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.
14. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on our Website and updating the "Last updated" date. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance.
15. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact us:
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Office of the Commissioner for Personal Data Protection in Cyprus or your local data protection authority.