Privacy Policy for Which Kite

Last updated: December 2024

Introduction

Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how Which Kite ("we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our mobile application ("app").

Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

• Location Data: We access your device's location only when you explicitly grant permission, to provide local wind conditions and forecasts.
• Device Information: Basic device information required for app functionality and crash reporting.
• User Preferences: Settings and preferences you configure within the app.
• API Keys: Any API keys you provide are securely stored in your device's keychain.

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Provide accurate wind and weather data for your location
• Save your preferred locations and kite settings
• Improve app performance and user experience
• Debug and fix technical issues

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

• Apple WeatherKit for weather data
• Apple Maps for location services
• OpenWeather (optional)
• WeatherAPI (optional)

Only weather data is retrieved; no personal information is shared with these services.

Analytics and Performance Data

• Basic crash reports may be collected to improve app stability
• No personal information is included in crash reports
• All analytics are anonymized and aggregated

Data Storage

All user data is stored locally on your device, including:

• Kite configurations
• Saved locations
• App preferences

We do not maintain any external databases of user information.

Data Protection

We implement appropriate technical measures to protect your information. Since data is stored locally on your device, it's protected by your device's built-in security features.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your data (stored locally on your device)
• Delete your data by uninstalling the app
• Control location permissions through your device settings

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy in the app and updating the "Last updated" date.

Contact Us

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

Email: whichkite.app@flinkerbusch.net