Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2025
SkyMayFall ("we", "our", or "the app") 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
Location Data
SkyMayFall requests access to your device's location to provide weather forecasts for your area. We collect:
- Approximate location (coarse location) - Used to determine your general geographic area
- Precise location (fine location) - Used to provide accurate local weather conditions
Important: Your location data is:
- Only accessed when you grant permission
- Used solely to fetch weather data from the National Weather Service
- Never stored on our servers
- Never sold or shared with third parties
Data We Do NOT Collect
We do not collect, store, or transmit:
- Personal identification information (name, email, phone number)
- Device identifiers or advertising IDs
- Usage analytics or behavioral data
- Cookies or tracking technologies
How We Use Your Information
Your location data is used exclusively to:
- Request weather forecasts from the National Weather Service API
- Display relevant weather information for your location
Third-Party Services
National Weather Service
We use the National Weather Service (NWS) API to retrieve weather data. When you use SkyMayFall:
- Your approximate location coordinates are sent to NWS servers
- NWS is a U.S. government service subject to federal privacy regulations
- NWS privacy policy: https://www.weather.gov/privacy
Data Storage
SkyMayFall stores the following data locally on your device:
- Your temperature unit preference (Fahrenheit/Celsius)
- Your theme preference (Light/Dark/System)
- Your language preference
This data never leaves your device and can be cleared by uninstalling the app.
Children's Privacy
SkyMayFall does not knowingly collect information from children under 13. The app does not require account creation or personal information submission.
Your Rights
You can:
- Deny location permission - The app will prompt you to enable location access but will not function without it
- Revoke location permission - Disable location access anytime in your device settings
- Delete all data - Uninstall the app to remove all locally stored preferences
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be reflected by updating the "Last Updated" date above. Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: skymayfall@ballance.it