PRIVACY POLICY FOR CHOPWATCH

Last Updated: January 2025

ChopWatch ("we", "our", or "the app") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your information when you use our marine weather and navigation application.

By using ChopWatch, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

When you create an account, we collect:

• Email address (required for email/password accounts)
• Name (optional)
• Apple ID token (for Apple Sign In users)
• User ID (generated automatically)
• Account creation date
• Authentication provider type (email or Apple)

We process subscriptions through Apple's In-App Purchase system and RevenueCat:

• Subscription type (Monthly or Annual)
• Subscription status (active, expired, canceled)
• Purchase date and renewal date
• Transaction identifiers
• Payment is processed by Apple; we do NOT collect credit card information

RevenueCat Privacy Policy: https://www.revenuecat.com/privacy

• GPS coordinates for weather forecasts and marine conditions
• Location data is processed in real-time for current conditions
• Location history is NOT stored permanently
• Used solely to provide accurate marine weather information for your area

• Device type and operating system version
• App version and build number
• Device language and timezone settings
• App usage patterns and feature interactions
• Error logs and crash reports (anonymized)
• Network connectivity status

• Boat specifications (optional)
• Preferred measurement units
• Saved locations and favorites
• This data is stored on your device only

We use collected information to:

• Create and manage your user account
• Process and manage your subscription
• Authenticate your identity when you log in
• Provide accurate marine weather forecasts based on your location
• Deliver personalized marine condition insights
• Send important account and subscription notifications
• Improve app functionality and user experience
• Analyze app performance and fix bugs
• Prevent fraud and abuse
• Comply with legal obligations

• Account passwords are encrypted using industry-standard bcrypt hashing
• All data transmission uses HTTPS encryption
• Authentication tokens use JWT (JSON Web Tokens) with 30-day expiration
• Server infrastructure is secured and regularly updated
• Access to user data is restricted to authorized personnel only

• Account information is stored on secure MongoDB databases
• Location requests are processed in real-time (not stored permanently)
• User preferences are stored locally on your device
• Subscription information is managed by Apple and RevenueCat

• Active account data: Stored while your account is active
• Deleted accounts: Data removed within 30 days
• Subscription records: Retained as required by tax and accounting regulations
• Anonymized analytics: May be retained indefinitely

ChopWatch integrates with the following third-party services:

• Apple Sign In - Authentication for iOS users Privacy: https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy/

• Apple In-App Purchases - Payment processing Privacy: https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy/
• RevenueCat - Subscription management Privacy: https://www.revenuecat.com/privacy

• NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration)
• Stormglass API - Marine weather data Privacy: https://stormglass.io/privacy/

• Google Maps API - Geocoding and mapping services Privacy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
• Google Places API - Location search Privacy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

• USACE ERDC - Coastal inlet database
• US Army Corps of Engineers - Navigation data

Each third-party service has its own privacy policy and data handling practices.

• Sell your personal information to third parties
• Share your email address or name with advertisers
• Share your location data with third parties (except as needed for weather services)
• Track your movements beyond active app usage
• Share subscription information with anyone except Apple and RevenueCat

• With service providers (weather APIs, maps) to deliver app functionality
• With Apple for payment processing and subscription management
• With RevenueCat for subscription tracking and analytics
• When required by law (court orders, legal processes)
• To protect our rights and prevent fraud
• In connection with a business transfer or acquisition
• Anonymized, aggregated data for research and analytics (no personal identification)

You have the right to:

• Access your account information
• Update your email address or name
• Change your password
• Delete your account at any time

You can:

• View subscription status in the app
• Manage subscriptions through iOS Settings → App Store → Subscriptions
• Cancel auto-renewal at any time (subscription remains active until period ends)
• Restore purchases on new devices

You can:

• Disable location access in iOS Settings (app functionality will be limited)
• Enable location only while using the app
• Deny location permission (basic features still available)

If you are in the EU, California, or other applicable jurisdictions, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request data correction or deletion
• Object to data processing
• Data portability (receive your data in a standard format)
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise these rights, contact us at: info@vitora.io

ChopWatch is not intended for users under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will delete it immediately.

Parents who believe their child has provided information should contact us at: info@vitora.io

ChopWatch is designed for North American users. Your data may be transferred to and processed in the United States, where our servers are located. By using the app, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States.

We take appropriate safeguards to ensure your data is protected according to this Privacy Policy.

We do not use automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal effects or significantly affects you.

We do not track users across third-party websites. However, some third-party services may not respond to Do Not Track signals.

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect:

• Changes in our practices
• Legal or regulatory updates
• New features or services

When we make material changes:

• The "Last Updated" date will be revised
• You will be notified through the app
• Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance

We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

For privacy questions, concerns, or data requests:

Email: info@vitora.io
App Name: ChopWatch
Developer: Vitora
Website: vitora.io

For data deletion requests, please include:

• Your registered email address
• Description of your request
• Any additional information to verify your identity

We will respond to requests within 30 days.

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights:

You can request information about:

• Categories of personal information collected
• Sources of personal information
• Purpose for collecting personal information
• Categories of third parties we share data with

You can request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.

We do not sell personal information. If our practices change, we will provide an opt-out mechanism.

We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA rights.

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA):

We process your data based on:

• Contractual necessity (to provide the service)
• Consent (for optional features)
• Legitimate interests (app improvement, security)
• Legal obligations (compliance with laws)

For GDPR inquiries: info@vitora.io

You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

By creating an account and using ChopWatch, you consent to:

• This Privacy Policy
• Collection and use of your information as described
• Processing of your data in the United States
• Communication via your registered email address

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