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Privacy Policy
Last updated on March 25, 2026
1. Overview
PiggyWorld Ltd ("PiggyWorld") provides a hybrid ecosystem combining hardware, software, and financial education tools.
We are committed to protecting personal data in accordance with:
- UK GDPR
- EU GDPR
- Data Protection Act 2018
2. Data Controller
PiggyWorld Ltd
44C Whittington Road, London, N22 8YD
Email: info@piggyworld.co.uk
3. Scope of This Policy
This policy applies to:
- Website
- Mobile application
- Physical device (PiggyBank)
- Any related services
4. Types of Data Collected
Identity Data
Name, email, account credentials
Technical Data
IP address, device type, OS, app interactions
Usage Data
- Task completion
- Behaviour within the app
- Interaction with device
Financial Context Data (IMPORTANT)
Piggy World may display balances and financial activity but does not store or control funds.
5. Children’s Data Protection
PiggyWorld is designed for children aged 6–14.
Strict rules:
- Accounts must be created by a parent/guardian
- No direct data collection from children without consent
- Parents retain full control
6. Legal Bases
We rely on:
- Contract (service delivery)
- Legitimate interest (product improvement)
- Consent (cookies / marketing)
- Legal obligation
7. Third-Party Ecosystem
PiggyWorld integrates with:
- Open Banking providers (e.g. TrueLayer)
- Payment processors (e.g. Stripe)
- App distribution platforms:
- Apple App Store
- Google Play
Liability disclaimer clave:
PiggyWorld is not responsible for:
- Failures of banking integrations
- Errors in third-party payment processing
- Downtime or malfunction of app stores
- Delays, bugs, or restrictions imposed by Apple or Google
8. Data Minimisation
We only collect data necessary to operate the service.
9. Data Retention
Data is retained:
- While account is active
- As required by law
10. User Rights
Full GDPR rights:
- Access
- Erasure
- Rectification
- Restriction
- Portability
- Objection
11. Security
We apply:
- Encryption
- Secure servers
- Access controls
However, no system is risk-free.
12. International Transfers
Data may be processed outside UK/EU under:
- SCCs (Standard Contractual Clauses)
13. Updates & Versioning
PiggyWorld may update this policy.
Continued use = acceptance.