Privacy Policy - Rain Maps App

Introduction

We at "Rain Maps" app are committed to protecting your privacy and respecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you use our app.

Information We Collect

Location Data

• We collect your location information only for the purpose of sending local weather alerts
• This data is collected only when you grant the app permission to access your location
• We do not keep a historical record of your locations or movements

Data We Don't Collect

• We do not collect any other personal information such as name, email, or phone number
• We do not require account creation or login
• We do not collect usage data or browsing history within the app

How We Use Information

Purpose of Location Data Collection

• Send appropriate weather alerts for your geographical area
• Display local weather information and forecasts
• Improve the accuracy of sent alerts

No Third-Party Sharing

• We do not sell, share, or transfer your location data to any third party
• Data is used only within the app to provide the service

Advertisements

Google Ads Partnership

• The app displays advertisements through Google AdMob platform
• Google may collect certain information to display personalized ads
• You can review Google's privacy policy for more details about their practices

Ad Settings

• You can control ad personalization through your device settings
• You can turn off personalized ads through Google settings on your device

Data Security

Information Protection

• We take appropriate security measures to protect your location data from unauthorized access
• Data is encrypted during transmission using secure protocols
• We limit data access to employees who need it to operate the service

Data Retention

• We retain your location data only for the time necessary to provide the alert service
• Data is automatically deleted when you uninstall the app

Your Rights

Data Control

• You can withdraw location access permission at any time through your device settings
• When permission is withdrawn, the alert service will stop working
• You can request deletion of all data associated with your device

Complaints and Inquiries

• If you have any questions about this privacy policy, you can contact us
• We commit to responding to all inquiries within a reasonable time

Privacy Policy Updates

Change Notifications

• We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices
• You will be notified of any substantial changes through the app
• We recommend reviewing this policy periodically

Legal Compliance

This policy complies with:

• Local data protection laws
• App store requirements (Google Play Store, Apple App Store)
• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where applicable