Locus is a digital platform developed by Newbee Publication (Sole Trader), based in Waterford, Ireland. It supports parents of children aged 6–16 through screening tools and guided, home-based therapy strategies.

We are committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. Data Controller

Newbee Publication (Sole Trader)
Waterford, Ireland
Email: info@locustherapy.ie

2. Who Can Use Locus

Locus is designed for use by parents or legal guardians. Children do not create accounts independently. All child-related data is provided by a parent or guardian.

3. What Data We Collect

a. Personal Information

• Name
• Email address
• Country/location

b. Child Profile Information

• Child’s name (optional)
• Age / gender
• Developmental concerns

c. Special Category Data

This includes developmental, behavioural, and sensory information provided voluntarily by parents. This data is processed only with explicit consent (GDPR Article 9).

d. Payment Information

Handled securely by third-party providers (Apple / Google). We do not store payment details.

e. Technical Data

• Device type
• App usage data (via Firebase Analytics)

4. How We Use Your Data

• Provide screening insights and therapy guidance
• Manage your account
• Deliver support
• Improve app performance
• Ensure platform security

We do not sell or use your data for advertising.

5. Legal Basis

• Contract (Art. 6(1)(b))
• Legal obligation (Art. 6(1)(c))
• Legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f))
• Consent (Art. 6(1)(a))

Special Data: Explicit consent (Art. 9(2)(a))

6. Children’s Data

• Only processed via parent accounts
• No independent child accounts
• GDPR Article 8 compliant

7. Data Sharing

We only share data with essential providers:

• Digital Ocean (hosting)
• Google Firebase (analytics)
• Apple / Google (payments)

8. International Transfers

Where data is processed outside the EU, we use Standard Contractual Clauses and GDPR safeguards.

9. Data Security

• HTTPS encryption
• Secure storage
• Restricted access
• Monitoring systems

10. Data Retention

• Active accounts: retained during use
• Deleted accounts: removed within 30 days
• Legal records: up to 5 years

11. Your Rights

• Access your data
• Correct inaccuracies
• Delete your data
• Restrict processing
• Data portability
• Object to processing
• Withdraw consent

To exercise your rights: info@locustherapy.ie

12. Account Deletion

You can delete your data:

• Through in-app account deletion
• By emailing info@locustherapy.ie

All data is permanently deleted within 30 days of request.

13. Cookies

We use only essential cookies for authentication and session management. No advertising or tracking cookies are used.

14. Clinical Disclaimer

Locus provides guidance only and does not replace professional medical or therapeutic advice.

15. Updates

We may update this policy. Continued use indicates acceptance.

16. Contact

Email: info@locustherapy.ie