Installing an app on an elderly parent’s life means delegating personal data to a company. In Europe GDPR is not bureaucracy — it is protection.
Five-point checklist
- Where are the servers? Prefer EU or Switzerland. Ask for a DPA listing sub-processors.
- Who can see what? Separate roles for elderly person and caregiver. Verifiable access logs.
- Real deletion. In-app paths for export and account deletion must exist.
- No data resale. Read the terms: some free apps monetize data.
- Elderly person’s consent. They must be able to revoke observation.
Why it matters for families
A breach is not only a fine for the company — it exposes home routines, schedules, and emergency contacts. Choosing well reduces legal and family risk.
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Five non-negotiable principles. Written in code, not in marketing.