Our journey with AI continues. Introducing CircularConnect App.
CircularConnect began as an experiment in vibe-coding—an iterative, design-driven approach that let me build, test, and refine ideas in real time. The result is a fully working private-beta app that helps people discover sustainable businesses, assemble circular-economy project teams, and build stronger local networks. From early UI sketches to full onboarding flows, AI-assisted features, and a complete project management system, this journey shows what’s possible when design, architecture, and technology intersect with community impact.
In this release:
Discover Local Impact: Find projects and businesses focused on sustainability, repair, reuse, and community impact in your neighborhood.
Connect & Collaborate: A streamlined interface to join circular initiatives and meet like-minded change-makers.
AI-Powered Search: Use our intelligent directory to find exactly what you need to reduce waste.
Beta Feedback Integrated: We’ve squashed bugs and refined the UI based on our private beta community’s insights.
Your gateway to the circular economy…
Connect materials, people, businesses, and stakeholders for sustainable impact...
Transform Your Local Economy
Discover businesses, create projects, and build your network…
Stay Connected & Organized
Track featured projects, team activity, and real-time progress.
Showcase Your Circular Journey
Highlight your expertise and contributions to the circular economy.
CircularConnect
For iOS now available on the App Store.
We’re here to help….
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CircularConnect - Privacy Policy
Effective Date: December 2025
Last Updated: December 2025
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Introduction
HTDSTUDIO AB ("we," "our," or "us") operates the CircularConnect mobile application (the "App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use our App.
Our Commitment: CircularConnect is designed with privacy in mind. We collect minimal data and store everything locally on your device.
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Information We Collect
Location Data
- What: Your approximate location when using the App
- Why: To help you discover circular economy businesses near you
- When: Only when you use the search or map features
- How: Through iOS Location Services (with your permission)
- Storage: Not stored permanently; used only for active searches
Contact Information (Optional)
- What: Name, email, phone, company, photo (if you choose to add them)
- Why: To create your profile and enable QR code sharing
- How: You manually enter this information or import from your contact card
- Storage: Stored locally on your device only
Usage Data
- What: Projects you create, businesses you save, app preferences
- Why: To provide core app functionality
- Storage: Stored locally on your device only
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What We DON'T Collect
We do NOT collect or transmit:
- Your personal information to our servers
- Your search history
- Your location history
- Analytics or tracking data
- Device identifiers
- Advertising data
- Any data to third parties
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How We Use Your Information
Location Data
- Find businesses near your current location
- Display businesses on a map
- Calculate distances to businesses
- Never stored or transmitted to our servers
Profile Information
- Display your profile in the App
- Generate QR codes for sharing
- Auto-fill forms within the App
- Never shared without your explicit action
Projects & Saved Businesses
- Organize your circular economy initiatives
- Track businesses you're interested in
- Export data for your own use
- Stored locally on your device only
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Data Storage & Security
Local Storage Only
All your data is stored locally on your device using:
- iOS UserDefaults (for preferences and profile)
- iOS secure storage mechanisms
- No cloud storage or remote servers
Data Security
- Your data never leaves your device
- No user accounts or passwords required
- No data transmission to external servers
- Protected by your device's security (passcode, Face ID, Touch ID)
Data Backup
- Your data may be backed up to iCloud if you have iOS backup enabled
- This is controlled by your iOS settings, not by our App
- We do not have access to your iCloud backups
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Data Sharing
We Do NOT Share Your Data
We do not share, sell, rent, or trade your information with third parties because:
1. We don't collect it in the first place
2. Everything stays on your device
3. We have no servers or databases
You Can Share Your Data
You control when and how to share:
- QR Code Sharing: Generate a QR code with your profile information
- Project Export: Export project data as CSV files
- Manual Sharing: Use iOS share features to share information
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Third-Party Services
Apple Services
The App uses Apple's services:
- MapKit: For displaying maps and finding businesses
- Location Services: For determining your location
- Contacts: For auto-filling your profile (with permission)
These services are governed by Apple's Privacy Policy:
https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy/
No Other Third Parties
We do not integrate with:
- Analytics services
- Advertising networks
- Social media platforms
- Cloud storage providers (except iOS iCloud backup)
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Your Rights & Choices
Location Permission
- Grant: Allow location access in iOS Settings
- Deny: The App will still work but won't show nearby businesses
- Change: Modify in iOS Settings > CircularConnect > Location
Contact Access
- Grant: Allow contact access to auto-fill your profile
- Deny: You can still manually enter profile information
- Change: Modify in iOS Settings > CircularConnect > Contacts
Data Export
- Export your profile data as JSON
- Export project data as CSV
- Found in: More > Account > Export Data
Data Deletion
To delete your data:
1. Delete the App from your device
2. All local data will be permanently removed
3. Or use: More > Account > Delete Account
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Children's Privacy
CircularConnect is rated 4+ and suitable for all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. Since all data is stored locally on the device, parents and guardians have full control over their children's use of the App.
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Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted:
- In the App (More > About > Privacy Policy)
- On our website
- With an updated "Last Updated" date
Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
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Data Retention
How Long We Keep Data
We don't keep any data because everything is stored locally on your device. You control retention by:
- Keeping the App installed (data persists)
- Deleting the App (data is removed)
- Exporting data before deletion (your choice)
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International Users
CircularConnect is available worldwide. Since all data is stored locally on your device:
- No data crosses international borders
- No data is stored in specific jurisdictions
- Your device's location determines data location
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GDPR Compliance (EU Users)
For users in the European Union:
Legal Basis
We process data based on:
- Consent: You grant permission for location and contact access
- Legitimate Interest: Providing core app functionality
Your GDPR Rights
- Right to Access: View your data in the App
- Right to Rectification: Edit your profile anytime
- Right to Erasure: Delete the App to remove all data
- Right to Data Portability: Export your data
- Right to Object: Deny permissions in iOS Settings
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Revoke permissions anytime
Data Controller
HTDSTUDIO AB
Sweden
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California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
For California residents:
Information We Collect
As detailed above, we collect minimal information (location, profile data) stored locally only.
Your CCPA Rights
- Right to Know: What data we collect (see above)
- Right to Delete: Delete the App to remove all data
- Right to Opt-Out: We don't sell personal information
- Right to Non-Discrimination: No discrimination for exercising rights
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Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices:
Email:info@htdstudio.net
Company: HTDSTUDIO AB
Address: Eskilsgatan 77, 633 56 Eskilstuna, SWEDEN
Website: htdstudio.net
Response Time: We aim to respond within 72 hours.
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Transparency Report
What We Know About You
- Only what's stored locally on your device
- We have no servers, databases, or user accounts
- We cannot access your data remotely
What We Don't Know
- Where you are (unless actively using location features)
- What you search for
- Which businesses you visit
- How you use the App
- Any personal information
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Summary
In Plain English:
Your data stays on your device
We don't collect or store anything on our servers
No tracking, analytics, or advertising
You control all data sharing
Delete the App = delete all data
CircularConnect is designed to be a privacy-respecting tool for discovering sustainable businesses. We believe your data belongs to you, not us.
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Last Updated: December 2025
Version: 1.0(Build 7)
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Appendix: Technical Details
Data Storage Locations
- UserDefaults: Profile, preferences, saved businesses
- File System: Project data, exported files
- Memory: Temporary search results (not persisted)
Permissions Required
- Location (When In Use): For finding nearby businesses
- Contacts (Optional): For auto-filling profile
Permissions NOT Required
- Camera (except for QR scanning if implemented)
- Photos
- Microphone
- Calendar
- Reminders
- Motion & Fitness
- Speech Recognition
- Media Library
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Questions? Contact us at info@htdstudio.net