Privacy Policy

Data protection information according to GDPR and German TDDDG

Your privacy at Chronova

We collect only the data necessary to deliver developer analytics, keep Chronova secure, and comply with legal obligations. This page explains the details in clear language.

Last updated: September 18, 2025

Data Controller

Responsible entity for GDPR compliance

Niklas Schäffer

NX Solutions UG (haftungsbeschränkt)

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Categories of Data

Information we process when you use Chronova

Account Data

Username, email address, hashed password, API key.

Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR · Contract

Coding Activity Data

Project identifiers, file names, programming languages, editor/IDE metadata, operating system details, and time spent coding submitted via WakaTime-compatible plugins.

Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR · Contract

Technical Data

IP address, browser information, device details, and timestamps for security and abuse prevention.

Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR · Legitimate Interest

Purpose & Legal Basis

Why we process personal data

  • Providing core Chronova functionality, dashboards, and analytics.
  • Maintaining secure authentication, session management, and API access.
  • Ensuring platform integrity, preventing abuse, and troubleshooting incidents.
  • Complying with statutory retention duties and regulatory requirements.

Storage & Retention

Where data lives and how long we keep it

Chronova stores data in EU-based data centres with encrypted-at-rest PostgreSQL databases.

Account and activity data is retained while the account is active. Backups are purged within 30 days. Legal archiving obligations may require longer retention.

Access is restricted to authorized personnel following the least-privilege principle.

Cookies & Local Storage

Minimal tracking footprint

Essential cookies only

Session, CSRF, and authentication cookies are required to operate Chronova. No advertising or third-party analytics cookies are set.

Chronova does not utilize tracking pixels or behavioural profiling.

Your Rights

Control over your personal data

Access & obtain a copy of your data
Rectify inaccurate information
Request erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
Restrict or object to certain processing
Receive data in a portable format
Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise these rights, contact us atcontact@chronova.dev

WakaTime compatibility disclaimer

Chronova offers optional WakaTime API compatibility. WakaTime® is a trademark of WakaTime LLC. Chronova is not affiliated with or endorsed by WakaTime LLC; compatibility is provided solely for plugin interoperability.

Security & compliance

Chronova employs encryption at rest and in transit, role-based access control, and continuous monitoring to safeguard your data. We continuously review our policies to remain compliant with GDPR and other applicable regulations.