Data Collection
Understand what data is collected during WiFi authentication and your responsibilities as a data controller.
Automatic Data
Collected for all authentication methods:
| Data | Purpose |
|---|---|
| MAC Address | Device identification, access control |
| IP Address | Session management |
| Timestamp | Usage tracking |
| Session Duration | Bandwidth management |
| Data Usage | Fair use policies |
| Device Type | Analytics |
| Access Point | Location analytics |
User-Provided Data
Depends on your authentication configuration:
| Data | Collection Method |
|---|---|
| Registration form, social login | |
| Phone | SMS verification |
| Name | Registration form, social login |
| Payment Info | Payment gateways |
| Custom Fields | Registration form |
Social Login Data
| Provider | Available Data |
|---|---|
| Email, name, profile picture | |
| Apple | Email (can be hidden), name |
| Email, name, professional profile | |
| Username, profile picture |
Data Storage
- Location: Secure cloud infrastructure (US, EU, or Asia Pacific based on your region)
- Encryption: At rest and in transit
- Retention: Configurable in Account > Settings
| Data Type | Default Retention |
|---|---|
| Session logs | 90 days |
| User accounts | Until deleted |
| Auth logs | 1 year |
Data Ownership
Your data belongs to you.
- Guest information is owned by your organization
- IronWifi does not sell or share your data
- Export or delete all data at any time
Your Responsibilities
As the data controller, you must:
- Comply with privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA, etc.)
- Display privacy notice on splash pages
- Obtain consent for data collection
- Honor access requests from users
Minimizing Collection
To collect only essential data:
- Use click-through or access code authentication
- Disable optional form fields
- Set shorter retention periods
GDPR Compliance
| User Right | How to Fulfill |
|---|---|
| Access | Export via Reports |
| Rectification | Edit user profile |
| Erasure | Delete user account |
| Portability | Export as CSV/JSON |
Data Processing Agreement
- Navigate to Account > Legal
- Download the DPA
- Sign and return to support@ironwifi.com