@rabbit @mattdomko @simon, I have a question regarding the storage of photos processed by the Magic Camera feature on the rabbit r1. As you may know, Magic Camera takes two photos: the original and the AI-enhanced version. My concern is specifically about the original photo—where is it stored?
From my research, where you hided my original post it seems that these photos are stored on AWS servers located in the United States. If this is true, it would constitute yet another violation of GDPR regulations. Under GDPR, transferring personal data (such as photos) outside the European Economic Area (EEA) to countries like the U.S. requires strict compliance with data protection laws, especially since the EU-US Privacy Shield has been invalidated.
Yes, Rabbit Inc.'s Privacy Policy mentions the processing of photos and videos created using the rabbit r1 device. According to the section “Photo, Video, Audio, and Communications Information”, photos taken with the device are collected and processed by Rabbit’s services, including associated metadata. However, the policy does not clearly specify where these photos are stored or provide explicit details about data transfers to AWS servers in the United States.
Additionally, in the “International Visitors” section, it is stated that users’ personal data may be transferred and stored in the United States or other jurisdictions outside the European Union. These transfers are governed by Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) to ensure GDPR compliance. However, using AWS servers in the United States without additional safeguards could represent a potential GDPR violation, especially after the invalidation of the Privacy Shield by the Court of Justice of the European Union.
Can Rabbit Tech confirm:
- Where exactly are the original photos stored?
- What safeguards are in place to ensure compliance with GDPR for data transfers outside the EEA?
Transparency and compliance with GDPR are critical for users in the European Union…
