Privacy Policy for WhereDidIPark

Effective Date: January 15, 2025

1. Introduction

WhereDidIPark ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our WhereDidIPark mobile application ("the App").

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information Stored Locally on Your Device

• Photos: Pictures you take of your parking spot are stored only on your device
• Location Data: GPS coordinates of your parking locations are stored locally
• Parking Notes: Any text notes you add about your parking spots
• App Preferences: Settings and preferences for app functionality

2.2 Information We May Collect

• Device Information: Device model, operating system version, and app version for support purposes
• Usage Analytics: General app usage statistics to improve functionality (if enabled)
• Crash Reports: Anonymous crash data to fix bugs and improve stability

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Primary Functions

• Save and display your parking spot photos and locations
• Provide navigation back to your parked car
• Store your parking history and notes
• Maintain app preferences and settings

3.2 App Improvement

• Analyze usage patterns to improve app functionality
• Fix bugs and improve app stability
• Develop new features based on user needs

4. Data Storage and Security

4.1 Local Storage

All your parking data (photos, locations, notes) is stored locally on your device using:

• SQLite database for parking spot information
• Local file system for photo storage
• Device secure storage for app preferences

4.2 Security Measures

• Data is protected by your device's security features
• No parking data is transmitted to our servers
• Photos and locations remain private to you

5. Third-Party Services

5.1 Advertising (AdMob)

We use Google AdMob to display advertisements in the free version of our app. AdMob may collect:

• Advertising identifiers (IDFA on iOS, AAID on Android)
• Device information and usage data for ad targeting
• Location data for location-based advertising (if permitted)

For more information, see Google's Privacy Policy.

5.2 In-App Purchases

Premium subscriptions are processed through:

• iOS: Apple App Store (see Apple's Privacy Policy)
• Android: Google Play Store (see Google's Privacy Policy)

5.3 Maps and Navigation

When you use navigation features, we may integrate with your device's default mapping application, which has its own privacy policies.

6. Permissions We Request

6.1 Required Permissions

• Camera: To take photos of your parking spot
• Location: To save GPS coordinates of your parking location
• Storage: To save photos and parking data on your device

6.2 Optional Permissions

• Photo Library: To select existing photos from your gallery

7. Data Sharing and Disclosure

7.1 We Do Not Share

We do not sell, trade, or share your personal parking data with third parties, including:

• Your parking photos
• Your parking locations
• Your parking notes or history

7.2 Limited Disclosure

We may disclose information only when:

• Required by law or legal process
• Necessary to protect our rights or safety
• With your explicit consent

8. Data Retention

• Local Data: Remains on your device until you delete the app or clear the data
• Automatic Cleanup: Old parking photos are automatically removed to save storage space
• User Control: You can delete individual parking spots or clear all data through the app settings

9. Children's Privacy

Our app is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

10. International Users

If you are using our app outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to and processed in countries with different privacy laws. By using our app, you consent to such transfers.

11. Your Rights and Choices

11.1 Data Control

• View all your parking data within the app
• Delete individual parking spots
• Clear all parking data through settings
• Uninstall the app to remove all local data

11.2 Advertising Choices

• Upgrade to Premium to remove all advertisements
• Use device settings to limit ad tracking
• Reset your advertising identifier in device settings

12. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the new Privacy Policy in the app
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Providing notice through the app if required by law

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

• Email: [email protected]
• Subject Line: Privacy Policy Question

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.

14. Compliance

This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with:

• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)
• Other applicable privacy laws

By using WhereDidIPark, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.