App Privacy Notice & Consent to Data Processing

Sonus Health — Decorte Future Industries

We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with applicable data protection laws, including:

  • The European Union General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
  • U.S. state privacy laws (including CCPA, HIPAA where applicable)
  • The India Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act) as well as regional privacy laws in Asia

This app collects and processes personal and wellness-related data to deliver insights into cardiovascular wellbeing for both humans and animals (e.g., dogs, horses, and other species supported by the App). By using this app — whether for yourself or for an animal — you acknowledge and consent to the collection and processing of the relevant data as described below.

Data We Collect

This data is directly provided by you via the app questionnaire. If you do not wish to provide this data, simply do not complete the questionnaire. The data we collect via the questionnaire is personal information (name, email address), demographic information (age, height, weight, gender) and health and wellness data, such as audio recordings of your heartbeat captured using your device’s microphone and derived metrics (heart rate, heart rate variability, potential indication of murmurs and any other analysis we may from time to time introduce based on the audio recordings of your heart).

When used for animals, we may also collect animal profile details (such as species, breed, age, weight, sex, identifiers, and relevant medical history), along with audio recordings of the animal’s heart captured using your device’s microphone and derived metrics (e.g., heart rate, heart rate variability, potential indication of murmurs, and any other analysis we may from time to time introduce based on the recordings).

How Your Data Is Used

We use your data for the following purposes:

  • To analyze and interpret heart sound data (human or animal) and provide personalized wellness insights
  • To improve our proprietary algorithms through internal testing and research
  • To conduct privacy-conscious research and development within Decorte Future Industries

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal or health data with third parties for commercial purposes. Data access is limited to authorized personnel only. In the event of a merger, acquisition or sale of all or part of our company, your data may be transferred to the acquiring entity. Such transfers will continue to comply with this Privacy Notice. You will be notified of any material changes to data usage practices and given the opportunity to consent or opt out where required by law.

Legal Basis for Processing

  • EU Residents: Processing is based on your explicit consent in accordance with Articles 6(1)(a) and 9(2)(a) of the GDPR
  • U.S. Residents: Processing is based on consent and in compliance with applicable state-level privacy laws, including CCPA and HIPAA
  • Indian Residents: Processing is based on consent as defined under the India Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023. You have the right to withdraw consent at any time.

Processing of animal data is based on the owner’s or handler’s explicit consent, given on behalf of the animal.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal data or the data you have submitted about an animal
  • Withdraw your consent at any time without affecting prior lawful processing
  • Request a copy of your collected data
  • Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority (EU, U.S., or India)

To exercise these rights, contact us at support@sonus.health

Notice at Collection

At the point of collection, you are informed that:

  • We collect personal and sensitive health information (including human and animal cardiovascular data)
  • Your data is used only for internal purposes outlined above
  • We do not sell or share your data for external commercial purposes
  • Data is retained only as long as necessary for the intended purposes or as required by law
  • You may access our full Privacy Policy

Consent

By using the app, you confirm that:

  • You are at least 18 years of age or have obtained appropriate parental or guardian consent
  • You voluntarily consent to the collection, processing, and use of your data, and/or the data you submit on behalf of an animal, as described
  • You have read and agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service

Disclaimer

Use of the Sonus App is subject to the disclaimer published at the foot of our webpages. This clarifies that the App is not a substitute for professional medical or veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and is intended for general wellness purposes only.

Important Notice

The Sonus Health App does not provide medical diagnosis, treatment or formal medical advice. The app is not intended to replace clinical evaluation, medical testing, or consultation with a licensed medical or veterinary professional. The information and insights provided by the app, including heart rate, heart rate variability and chance of murmur analysis, are for informational use only and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice. It is intended for general wellness purposes. The app is not a medical device.

If you have any concerns about your or your animal’s heart health, experience any symptoms, or require medical assistance, you should immediately seek advice from a qualified healthcare professional. A normal or unremarkable result from the Sonus Health App does not guarantee the absence of any medical condition. Likewise, any flagged potential irregularities should be followed up on by visiting a healthcare provider.

By using the Sonus Health App, you acknowledge and agree that Decorte Future Industries and its affiliates bear no liability for any decisions made based on the app’s output. Use of the app is at your own risk.