Privacy Policy for Surf Breaks
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
1. Introduction
At Surf Breaks, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This app provides surf forecasts, wave scores, beach details, and webcams. While we do not collect personal information, we use Firebase Analytics to gather anonymous data to improve app performance and user experience. We comply with California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and other applicable privacy regulations.
2. Information We Collect
Surf Breaks does not require account creation or personal information. However, the app uses Firebase Analytics, which may collect the following anonymous data:
- App usage statistics (e.g., screen views, session durations).
- Device information (e.g., model, operating system).
- General location data (e.g., country or region).
All data collected is anonymized and cannot be used to identify you personally.
3. Data Sources
The app sources surf and beach information from:
- NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) for live wave and tide data.
- Crowdsourced beach details submitted anonymously.
- Publicly available surf webcams and weather updates.
4. How We Use Information
The anonymous data collected via Firebase Analytics is used to:
- Understand app performance and user behavior.
- Identify and resolve technical issues.
- Improve app features and functionality.
No personally identifiable information is collected, stored, or linked to any user.
5. Your Rights Under CCPA
If you are a California resident, you have the right to:
- Know what data is being collected and how it is used.
- Request deletion of your personal data (though no personal data is collected by this app).
- Opt out of any future data collection (currently not applicable as only anonymized data is collected).
To exercise your rights, please contact us at the email below.
6. Data Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or transfer your personal information to outside parties. Anonymous data collected by Firebase Analytics may be shared with Google in accordance with their privacy policy.
7. Security
We use industry-standard security measures to protect data sources and analytics. Firebase Analytics data is encrypted during transmission and storage. The app follows Apple’s guidelines for data privacy and security.
8. Compliance with Apple Privacy Guidelines
Surf Breaks complies with Apple’s App Store Review Guidelines, ensuring transparency about data collection and usage. No personal data is collected, and Firebase Analytics is configured to respect user privacy and applicable regulations.
9. Children’s Privacy
Surf Breaks is suitable for all audiences. Firebase Analytics is configured to respect child privacy laws such as COPPA (Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act).
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in the app, its features, or its use of Firebase Analytics. Any updates will be clearly communicated through the app.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, you can contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
By using Surf Breaks, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.