Privacy Policy

This privacy policy applies to the Weather App app (hereby referred to as "Application") for mobile devices that was created by Firat Tekin (hereby referred to as "Service Provider") as a Freemium service. This service is intended for use "AS IS".

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

• Location preferences and weather-related settings you configure in the App
• Optional account/profile details used for personalization and sync
• Support communications when you contact us

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers, and device settings
• Location Data: Approximate or precise location (if permission is granted) to provide weather forecasts
• Usage Data: How you interact with the App, features you use, and content you access
• Analytics Data: App performance metrics, crash reports, and usage statistics

1.3 Permissions We Request

• Location Access: To provide weather forecasts and local weather alerts based on your current location
• Push Notifications (optional): To deliver severe weather alerts and forecast updates

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To provide, maintain, and improve the App's functionality
• To provide current weather, hourly forecasts, and daily forecasts
• To personalize your experience using your saved locations and preferences
• To deliver weather alerts and important weather-related notifications
• To send you important updates, notifications, and support communications
• To analyze App usage and improve our services
• To detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security threats
• To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms of service

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

3.1 Service Providers

We work with third-party service providers who help us operate the App, including:

Our application uses third-party weather and map providers to deliver forecast, geocoding, and location-based weather data. When you use weather features, required request data (such as location or query parameters) may be transmitted to these providers for processing. We ensure that this data sharing is limited to the core functionality of the app. We do not sell this data or share it with third parties for unrelated marketing purposes.

• Analytics Services: Firebase Analytics to understand how users interact with the App
• Weather Data Providers: To fetch forecast and weather condition data
• Geocoding/Map Services: To resolve location searches and coordinates
• Cloud Services: To store and process core application data

3.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.

3.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You can stop all collection of information by the Application easily by uninstalling it. You may use the standard uninstall processes as may be available as part of your mobile device or via the mobile application marketplace or network.

6. Children's Privacy

Our App is not intended for children under the age of 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 immediately.

7. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country. By using the App, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries.

8. Third-Party Links and Services

The App may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any information to them.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new privacy policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this privacy policy periodically for any changes.

This privacy policy is effective as of April 17, 2026.

10. Retention of Data

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.

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