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Privacy Policy for Shore Tide Chart

Effective Date: 02.20.2025
Last Updated: 02.20.2025

1. Introduction

Shore Tide Chart (“the App”) is developed by Shore Resolutions, LLC (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you use our mobile application.

By using Shore Tide Chart, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

Shore Tide Chart does not require users to create an account, and we do not collect any personally identifiable information (PII). However, we may collect certain types of data to enhance your experience:

a. Location Data (Optional)

  • If you allow location access, the App may use your device’s GPS to provide accurate tide data based on your current location.
  • This data is processed on your device and is not stored or shared with third parties.

b. Advertising and Analytics Data (AdMob)

  • The App uses Google AdMob to serve advertisements.
  • AdMob may collect device identifiers (such as Advertising ID), app interactions, and usage data to personalize ads and measure ad performance.
  • This data may be shared with third-party advertisers to deliver relevant advertisements based on your interests.
  • Users can opt out of personalized ads in their device settings (Android: Settings > Google > Ads).
  • We may collect anonymized app usage data, such as how often the app is used and which features are accessed, to improve performance and user experience.

c. API Data Requests

  • The App retrieves tide, weather, and oceanographic data from trusted third-party APIs, including NOAA and Stormglass.
  • API requests may include general location data (such as latitude/longitude or selected coastal locations) but do not contain personally identifiable information.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected data to:

  • Provide accurate tide, weather, and ocean data tailored to your location.
  • Improve the functionality, stability, and performance of the App.
  • Ensure the app remains up-to-date with the latest API data sources.

4. Data Sharing and Third Parties

  • Third-Party APIs: Shore Tide Chart retrieves data from NOAA and Stormglass but does not share any user information with these services.
  • No Sale of Data: We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data with any third parties.
  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose data if required by law or to protect the rights, property, or safety of our users.
  • Third-Party Services: Shore Tide Chart uses Google AdMob to serve advertisements. AdMob may collect and share device identifiers, app interactions, and usage data for advertising purposes.
  • No Sale of Data: We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data.
  • Opt-Out Options: Users can disable personalized ads in their Google settings.

5. Data Retention

  • We do not store any user data on our servers.
  • Location data is only used temporarily within the app to provide relevant information and is not retained.
  • Advertising and Analytics Data: Google AdMob may retain advertising-related data for ad personalization and analytics. Please review Google’s Privacy Policy for more details.
  • Your Choices: Users can opt out of ad tracking in their device settings.

6. Security Measures

We prioritize user privacy and implement industry-standard security measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction of data.

7. User Choices and Controls

  • Location Services: You can enable or disable location access in your device settings at any time. The app will still function with manually selected locations.
  • Ad Personalization: Users can manage ad personalization settings in:
    • Android: Settings > Google > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization
    • iOS: Settings > Privacy > Tracking > Limit Ad Tracking

8. Children’s Privacy

Shore Tide Chart does not knowingly collect personal data from minors. However, since the app serves ads, minors under 18 may still be exposed to advertisements through Google AdMob.

Parents can use parental controls on Android and iOS to restrict ad tracking and limit access.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected within the app and on our website at https://www.shoreresolutions.com/app-development/tidechart/privacy-policy-for-shore-tide-chart/.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

📧 Email: info@shoreresolutions.com
🌐 Website: www.shoreresolutions.com