Your privacy, explained simply.

Welcome to Sleep Sounds by Tholus. Your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains what data we process, how we use it, and what rights you may have when using the app.

1. Data Controller

2. Scope of this Policy

This Privacy Policy applies specifically to the Sleep Sounds by Tholus mobile app. It does not automatically apply to other websites, services, or digital products operated by the usual neXt, which may have separate privacy notices.

3. Data We Process

a) Data stored locally on your device

The app may store local preferences and content on your device in order to function properly, for example:

• saved presets
• your last used mix
• sleep timer preferences
• playback settings
• accessibility and interface preferences

These items remain on your device and are not sent to our servers unless explicitly stated in a future version of the app.

b) Data you send voluntarily

If you contact us by email, we may receive the information you choose to provide, such as:

• your email address
• the content of your message
• attachments or technical details you choose to share

c) Data we do not directly collect

At the date of this policy, the app does not require user accounts and does not directly collect personal data for advertising or behavioral tracking.

4. How We Use Data

We use data only for limited and relevant purposes, including:

• making the app function correctly
• saving local preferences and presets on your device
• providing user support
• responding to questions, bug reports, or feedback
• meeting legal obligations where required

5. Legal Basis for Processing

Where the GDPR or similar laws apply, we rely on one or more of the following legal bases:

• performance of the service requested by the user
• our legitimate interest in maintaining, improving, and supporting the app
• your consent, where required
• compliance with legal obligations, where applicable

6. Sharing of Data

We do not share your personal data for advertising purposes. We may only share data where strictly necessary, for example:

• with technical or professional service providers assisting us, where necessary
• with competent authorities, where required by law
• with your email provider when you choose to contact us by email

7. International Transfers

If data is processed outside the European Economic Area in the future, we will take appropriate steps to ensure an adequate level of protection in accordance with applicable law.

8. Data Retention

Locally stored app data remains on your device until you delete it, reset the app, or uninstall the app.

Emails and support requests sent voluntarily may be retained for as long as needed to handle the request and for reasonable administrative, security, or legal purposes.

9. Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal data we process. However, no digital system can guarantee absolute security in all circumstances.

10. Children

The app is not specifically designed to collect personal data from children. If you believe that a child has sent us personal data improperly, please contact us at info@theusualnext.com.

11. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights such as:

• accessing your personal data
• requesting correction
• requesting deletion
• restricting processing
• objecting to processing
• requesting data portability
• withdrawing consent where processing is based on consent
• filing a complaint with the relevant supervisory authority

To exercise your rights, contact us at info@theusualnext.com.

12. External Links

The app or related pages may contain links to third-party websites or services, including pages operated by the usual neXt. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external services not directly governed by this policy.

13. Changes to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The most recent version will always be available on the official website associated with the app.

14. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices for Sleep Sounds by Tholus, please contact: