Privacy Policy

Last Updated: October 12, 2025

Introduction

Jervis Bay - The Guide ("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 mobile application.

Information We Collect

Account Information

• When you sign in with Apple, we collect your Apple ID, email address, and display name
• This information is used solely for authentication and syncing your itineraries across devices

Location Data

• We request access to your device's location to provide distance-based features (nearby listings, sort by distance)
• Location data is processed locally on your device and is not transmitted to our servers
• You can deny location access; the app will function normally without it

Usage Data

• We collect anonymous usage data to improve app performance
• This includes crash reports and basic analytics
• No personally identifiable information is included in usage data

User-Generated Content

• Itineraries/plans you create (titles, notes, scheduled dates)
• Your favorite listings
• This data is stored locally on your device and optionally synced to our servers when you're signed in

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Authenticate your account and maintain your session
• Sync your itineraries and favorites across your devices
• Provide location-based features (distance calculations, nearby listings)
• Improve app functionality and user experience
• Communicate with you about updates or issues

Data Storage and Security

• Account data and synced itineraries are stored on secure servers in Australia
• Local data is stored on your device using encrypted Core Data
• We use industry-standard encryption for data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
• We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties

Third-Party Services

Apple Sign In

• We use Apple's authentication service
• Apple's privacy policy applies to data shared through Sign in with Apple

No Analytics or Advertising

• We do not use third-party analytics services
• We do not display advertisements
• We do not track your behavior outside the app

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request deletion of your account and all associated data
• Opt out of data syncing by using the app without signing in
• Export your itinerary data

Data Retention

• Account data is retained while your account is active
• If you delete your account, all associated data is permanently removed within 30 days
• Local data on your device persists until you uninstall the app

Children's Privacy

This app is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes through the app or via email.

Contact Us

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

andy@barefootgeek.me