Privacy Policy for Tides Explorer

Last Updated: January 4, 2024

Thank you for choosing Tides Explorer! This Privacy Policy outlines how we handle your information when you use our mobile application.

1. Information We Don't Collect

Tides Explorer does not collect, store, or share any personal information from its users. We believe in protecting your privacy, and as a result, we have designed our app to operate without the need for any personal data.

2. Location Data

Tides Explorer may request access to your device's location services to provide accurate tide information based on your current location. However, this information is processed locally on your device and is not transmitted or stored by us.

3. Analytics and Cookies

Tides Explorer does not use any analytics tools or cookies that track your usage patterns. We prioritize user privacy and aim to provide a seamless experience without compromising your personal information.

4. Third-Party Services

Tides Explorer utilizes tide information provided by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) through their tide APIs. While we retrieve tide data from NOAA to enhance the accuracy and reliability of our services, please be assured that no personal user information is shared with or collected by NOAA in this process.

Your interaction with Tides Explorer remains confidential and secure. We do not integrate with any additional third-party services or APIs that would require the sharing of user data beyond what is necessary for obtaining tide information.

For more information on NOAA's privacy practices, you can refer to their privacy policy, which is separate from Tides Explorer's privacy policy.

5. Children's Privacy

Tides Explorer is intended for users of all ages. We do not knowingly collect any personal information from children under the age of 13. If you believe that we may have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately, and we will take appropriate action.

6. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the updated Privacy Policy in the app. Please review this Privacy Policy periodically for any updates.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or Tides Explorer's privacy practices, please contact us at tani.creek.software@icloud.com.

By using Tides Explorer, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

Thank you for choosing Tides Explorer!