Tides Scout

Privacy

Last updated November 2025 for the app. The website note below was added with the tide charts.

This website

Opening a tide chart asks NOAA, the weather service, and the sunrise service for that station's predictions, flood record, forecast, and light times. The request identifies the station coordinate, not you. The site uses Firebase Analytics for page views, the same measurement already on tidesscout.com. Advertising is not on these pages. If advertising is added later, this section will be updated before it goes live.

Introduction

Welcome to Tides Scout ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we collect, use, and protect your information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding data collection and usage in compliance with Apple App Store and Google Play Store requirements.

Summary

Tides Scout does not collect, store, or share personally identifiable information. All user data (favorites, custom stations, cached data) is stored locally on your device. We only collect anonymous analytics data to improve the app experience. We do not track users across apps or websites, and we do not sell or share your data with third parties.

Information We Collect

Data Stored Locally on Your Device

The following data is stored only on your device and never transmitted to us or third parties:

This data is never collected, transmitted, or accessed by us. It remains on your device until you delete it or uninstall the app.

Data We Collect Automatically (Anonymous Analytics)

We use Google Firebase Analytics to collect anonymous usage statistics. This data cannot be used to identify you personally:

This data is:

Data We Do NOT Collect

How We Use Your Information

Local Data (Stored on Your Device)

This data is never transmitted to us or third parties.

Analytics Data

Analytics data is anonymous, aggregated, and cannot be used to identify you.

Data Storage and Security

Local Storage

All your favorite stations, custom stations, recent stations, and cached tide data are stored locally on your device using SQLite database. This data:

Cloud Services

Data Security Practices

Data Sharing and Third-Party Services

We Do NOT Sell or Share Your Data

Tides Scout does not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties. We do not share your local data (favorites, custom stations, cached data) because it never leaves your device.

Third-Party Service Providers

We use the following third-party services that may receive anonymous data:

Google Firebase

NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration)

Tide predictions and water level data are provided by NOAA. API requests are made directly from your device to NOAA servers. We do not collect, store, or have access to these requests. No personal information is shared with NOAA.

Data Tracking and Advertising

We Do NOT Track Users

Tides Scout does not track users across apps or websites. We do not use tracking technologies such as:

Analytics vs. Tracking

We use Firebase Analytics for app improvement, but this data:

Your Privacy Rights

Access Your Data

All your data (favorites, custom stations, cached data) is stored locally on your device and can be accessed directly through the app. Since this data never leaves your device, you have full control over it.

Delete Your Data

You can delete your data at any time:

Opt-Out of Analytics

You can limit analytics data collection:

Note: Disabling analytics may limit our ability to improve the app, but all app features will continue to work.

California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

Tides Scout does not sell personal information. We do not collect personal information that can be used to identify you. All data is either stored locally on your device or is anonymous analytics data.

European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the right to:

To exercise these rights, please contact us at nauitapp@gmail.com.

Children's Privacy

Tides Scout is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

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.

Contact Us

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

Email: nauitapp@gmail.com

Data Retention and Deletion

Local Data

Your favorites, custom stations, and cached data remain on your device until:

We do not have access to or control over this data.

Analytics Data

Anonymous analytics data is retained by Firebase according to Google's data retention policies:

Requesting Data Deletion

To request deletion of analytics data, please contact us at nauitapp@gmail.com. Note that we can only delete data that we have access to (anonymous analytics data). Local data on your device must be deleted by you.

International Data Transfers

Tides Scout is available to users worldwide. Anonymous analytics data may be transferred to and processed in the United States where Google Firebase servers are located. By using the app, you consent to this transfer. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Location Data

Tides Scout does not collect, store, or transmit your precise location data. The app may request location permissions to:

If you grant location permissions, location data is used only on your device and is never transmitted to us or third parties. You can revoke location permissions at any time through your device settings.