This policy explains what information we collect when you use the Arcanon tarot and wellness app, why we collect it, and how you can control or delete it. We only collect data necessary to provide your readings, keep your account secure, and improve the app. You can delete your account or request a copy of your data at any time through the app or by emailing info@variable.ie.
Important: Arcanon is designed for entertainment, personal reflection, and wellness exploration only. It does not provide medical, mental health, legal, or financial advice. Please see Section 17 for full disclaimers.
Company: Variable Technologies Limited
Registered Address: 77 Camden Street Lower, Dublin, D02 XE80, Ireland
Email: info@variable.ie
Data Protection Contact: privacy@variable.ie
We are registered in Ireland and subject to the supervision of the Irish Data Protection Commission.
We process your personal data under the following legal bases in accordance with GDPR:
| Legal Basis | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Contract Performance (Article 6(1)(b)) | To provide the tarot reading service you've signed up for and manage your account |
| Legitimate Interest (Article 6(1)(f)) | To ensure security, prevent fraud, perform crash reporting, and maintain app stability |
| Consent (Article 6(1)(a)) | For AI-enhanced interpretations, analytics collection, personalized advertising, and marketing communications |
| Legal Obligation (Article 6(1)(c)) | To comply with applicable laws and regulations |
You may withdraw consent at any time for consent-based processing (see Section 12).
If you create an account, we collect:
If you sign in with Google, Apple, or Facebook, we access only basic profile information (name and email) with your permission.
Your readings are stored locally on your device by default. Cloud sync is available with your consent.
We collect:
To maintain app stability, we collect:
This data is anonymized where possible and does not include reading content.
If you subscribe to premium features, our payment processor (RevenueCat) collects:
We do not store your payment card details directly.
We use the following third-party services that may process your data:
Privacy Policy: firebase.google.com/support/privacy
These services help us understand how the app is used and identify technical issues. You can opt out of analytics in Settings.
Privacy Policy: firebase.google.com/support/privacy
We use Sentry to monitor application errors and improve stability. Sentry receives:
No personal reading content is shared with Sentry.
Privacy Policy: sentry.io/privacy
If you purchase a subscription, RevenueCat processes:
Privacy Policy: revenuecat.com/privacy
We display advertisements to free-tier users. Google AdMob may collect:
In the EEA/UK, you will be asked for consent before personalized ads are shown. You can manage ad preferences in Settings → AI & Privacy.
Privacy Policy: policies.google.com/privacy
With your explicit consent, we use Google's Gemini AI to provide enhanced tarot interpretations. When enabled:
You can enable or disable AI interpretations at any time in Settings → AI & Privacy.
Privacy Policy: policies.google.com/privacy
We only access basic profile information necessary for account creation.
| Purpose | Data Used | Legal Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Provide tarot readings | Reading selections, preferences | Contract |
| Manage your account | Email, username | Contract |
| Generate AI interpretations | Card data, spread context | Consent |
| Improve app stability | Crash reports, error logs | Legitimate Interest |
| Display advertisements | Ad identifiers, general location | Consent |
| Process subscriptions | Purchase data via RevenueCat | Contract |
| Send push notifications | Device tokens | Consent |
| Analyze app usage | Analytics data | Consent |
| Prevent fraud/abuse | Device info, IP address | Legitimate Interest |
| Comply with legal requirements | As required | Legal Obligation |
When you sign in with Facebook, we access only:
We do NOT:
You can disconnect Facebook in Settings at any time.
Arcanon displays advertisements to users on the free tier. We use Google AdMob to serve ads.
Before showing personalized ads, we request your consent via Google's User Messaging Platform (UMP). You may:
Premium subscribers enjoy an ad-free experience.
We implement industry-standard security measures:
We conduct regular security reviews and promptly address any vulnerabilities.
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Account Data | While active + 90 days after deletion |
| Reading History | While account active (user-controlled deletion) |
| Emotional/Wellness Entries | While account active (user-controlled deletion) |
| AI Interpretation Cache | 30 days locally, cleared on logout |
| Analytics Data | Anonymized, up to 26 months |
| Crash Reports | Up to 90 days |
| Security Logs | Up to 12 months |
| Backup Data | 90 days maximum |
| Subscription Records | As required by law (typically 7 years) |
You can delete specific data categories in Settings → AI & Privacy → GDPR & Data Management → Delete Data.
We do NOT sell, rent, or trade your personal data.
We may share data only:
We may share anonymized, aggregated statistics that cannot identify individuals.
Your data may be processed in countries outside your residence, including the United States. We ensure adequate protection through:
Our primary processors (Google/Firebase) maintain appropriate certifications and transfer mechanisms.
If you are in the EU, EEA, or UK, you have the following rights:
| Right | Description | How to Exercise |
|---|---|---|
| Access (Art. 15) | Request a copy of your data | Settings → Export Data or email us |
| Rectification (Art. 16) | Correct inaccurate data | Edit in Settings or email us |
| Erasure (Art. 17) | Delete your account and data | Settings → Delete Account or email us |
| Portability (Art. 20) | Export data in machine-readable format | Settings → Export Data |
| Object (Art. 21) | Object to legitimate interest processing | Email us |
| Restrict (Art. 18) | Limit processing | Email us |
| Withdraw Consent (Art. 7) | Remove consent for AI, analytics, marketing | Settings → AI & Privacy |
| Complaint (Art. 77) | Lodge complaint with supervisory authority | See Section 15 |
Response Time: We respond to requests within 30 days (extendable by 60 days for complex requests).
Contact: info@variable.ie or privacy@variable.ie
Email info@variable.ie to exercise any rights manually.
Arcanon is intended for users aged 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.
Age Verification: Users must confirm they are at least 18 years old during onboarding.
If we discover we have collected data from someone under 18, we will delete it promptly. Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided data should contact us at info@variable.ie.
You may lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority. For users in Ireland:
Data Protection Commission (DPC)
Website: www.dataprotection.ie
Email: info@dataprotection.ie
Address: 21 Fitzwilliam Square South, Dublin 2, D02 RD28, Ireland
Variable Technologies Limited
77 Camden Street Lower
Dublin, D02 XE80, Ireland
General Inquiries: info@variable.ie
Privacy Inquiries: privacy@variable.ie
We aim to respond to all inquiries within 5 business days.
Arcanon is designed for entertainment, personal reflection, and general wellness exploration only.
This app does NOT provide:
If you are in crisis, please contact emergency services or a mental health professional in your area.
AI-generated interpretations:
By using Arcanon, you acknowledge that:
We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of material changes by:
Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
This policy is governed by the laws of Ireland. The Irish courts have non-exclusive jurisdiction over disputes, without prejudice to your rights under local consumer protection laws.
When accessing Arcanon via web browser:
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Authentication, security | Session |
| Functional | Preferences, settings | 1 year |
| Analytics | Usage statistics (with consent) | 26 months |
| Advertising | Ad personalization (with consent) | Varies |
Web users: During onboarding, you are informed about essential cookies used to save preferences and reading progress. We do not use tracking or marketing cookies. App users: Manage data preferences via Settings → AI & Privacy → GDPR & Data Management.