Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 16, 2024

1. Information We Collect

We collect several types of information to provide and improve our service:

Account Information

OAuth Profile Data

Name, email address, and profile picture from your chosen OAuth provider

Account Preferences

Settings, preferences, and configuration choices

Aquarium Data

Parameter Readings

Water test results, measurements, and historical data you input

Event Logs

Water changes, livestock additions, maintenance records

Tank Configuration

Tank names, target parameters, and custom settings

Technical Information

Usage Analytics

Feature usage, page views, session duration (anonymized)

Device Information

Browser type, operating system, IP address, device identifiers

Error Logs

Crash reports and error logs to improve service reliability

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information solely to provide and improve our aquarium tracking service:

Service Delivery

Display your aquarium data, generate charts, and provide tracking features

Account Management

Authenticate users, manage accounts, and provide customer support

Service Improvement

Analyze usage patterns to improve features and fix bugs

Security & Safety

Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security vulnerabilities

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We have a strict policy regarding data sharing. We only share your information in these limited circumstances:

Legal Requirements

When required by law, legal process, or government request

Service Providers

With trusted vendors who help operate our service (hosting, analytics) under strict contracts

Safety Situations

To protect rights, property, or safety of users or the public

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

Encryption

All data is encrypted in transit (HTTPS) and at rest in our database

Access Controls

Strict access controls and authentication for our systems

Regular Security Audits

Ongoing security assessments and vulnerability scanning

OAuth Authentication

We use secure third-party OAuth providers and don't store passwords

5. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to provide and improve our service:

Essential Cookies

Required for authentication, security, and basic site functionality

Preferences Cookies

Remember your settings, preferences, and customizations

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how users interact with our service (anonymized)

6. Your Privacy Rights

You have several rights regarding your personal information:

Access & Control

Access Your Data

View all personal information we have about you

Export Your Data

Download your aquarium data in standard formats

Correct Inaccuracies

Update or correct any incorrect information

Deletion & Restrictions

Delete Your Account

Permanently remove your account and data

Limit Processing

Restrict how we use your information

Withdraw Consent

Revoke permission for data processing

7. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to provide our service and comply with legal obligations:

Active Accounts

Account and aquarium data retained while your account is active

Inactive Accounts

Data may be deleted after 2 years of inactivity (with notice)

Account Deletion

All data permanently deleted within 30 days of account deletion

Legal Requirements

Some data may be retained longer if required by law

8. International Data Transfers

Our service is hosted and operated from servers that may be located in different countries:

Data Location

Your data may be processed and stored in countries where our service providers operate

Adequate Protection

We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers

GDPR Compliance

EU users' rights are protected regardless of data location

9. Contact Us

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

Privacy Questions

[email protected]

General Support

[email protected]

We will respond to privacy-related inquiries within 30 days of receipt.

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify users of any material changes by email and by updating the "Last updated" date above.