Privacy is paramount

At Afterwords, we know that storing your personal information is a reflection of your trust in us. Safeguarding your privacy is a top priority, ensuring that your sensitive information remains protected, secure, and in your control.

Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 18, 2025

1. Introduction

Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our platform.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

Personal Information: Name, email address, contact details, and other identifying information you provide.
Sensitive Information: Funeral plans, later life care preferences, and shared personal data with loved ones.
Usage Data: Information about how you use the platform, including device data and interaction logs.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

Provide and improve our services.
Facilitate secure sharing of your information with designated loved ones.
Communicate updates, security alerts, and service enhancements.
Comply with legal obligations.

4. Data Sharing & Disclosure

We do not sell your data. However, we may share your information with:

Trusted Third-Party Service Providers: To help operate and maintain the platform.
Authorized Recipients: Individuals you designate to receive your shared information.
Legal Authorities: When required to comply with legal or regulatory obligations.

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system is completely secure, and we encourage users to take appropriate precautions.

6. Your Rights & Choices

Access, update, or delete your personal information.
Withdraw consent for data processing.
Request a copy of your stored data.

7. Retention Policy

We retain your data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

8. Third-Party Links

Our platform may contain links to third-party services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Significant changes will be communicated through our platform or via email.

10. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Compliance)

Under GDPR, we process personal data based on the following legal grounds:

Consent: When you have given us explicit permission.
Contractual Necessity: When processing is required to fulfill a contract.
Legal Obligation: When we are legally required to do so.
Legitimate Interests: When processing is necessary for our business operations, provided it does not override your rights.

11. Your Rights Under GDPR

As an EU resident, you have the following rights under GDPR:

Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

Right to Rectification: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.

Right to Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”): Request deletion of your data under certain conditions.

Right to Restrict Processing: Request limited use of your data.

Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another entity.

Right to Object: Object to the processing of your data based on legitimate interests.

Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw previously given consent at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at support@afterwords.app

12. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve user experience and analyze website performance. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

Trust is the heart of our business

With Afterwords, you can be confident that your sensitive information is secure, private, and always in your control. Your trust is the foundation of our service, and we are committed to upholding the highest security standards to protect what matters most.

If you have any questions about our privacy policy, feel free to contact our support team—we're always here to help.