Aurora

Thank you for choosing Aurora ("App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use our mobile application. By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

When you use our App, we may collect certain personally identifiable information that can be used to contact or identify you ("Personal Information"). Personal Information may include, but is not limited to:

• Email address
• Device information (such as device model, operating system version)
• Location data (if you enable location services for the App)
• User profile information (if you choose to create a profile)

1.2 Non-Personal Information

We may also collect non-personally identifiable information about your interaction with the App ("Non-Personal Information"). This may include:

• Usage data (such as features used, time spent in the App)
• Log data (such as access times, crash reports)
• Aurora observation data you voluntarily submit
• Aggregated information about user behavior

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes:

2.1 To Provide and Improve the App

We use your information to operate, maintain, and improve our App, including to:

• Provide personalized aurora forecasts based on your location
• Deliver location-based notifications about aurora visibility
• Enhance the functionality and user experience of the App
• Diagnose and fix technical issues

2.2 To Personalize Your Experience

We may use your information to personalize your experience with the App, including:

• Tailoring content and features to your preferences
• Remembering your settings and preferences
• Providing customized recommendations for aurora viewing

2.3 For Communication

We may use your email address to:

• Send you important updates about the App
• Respond to your inquiries and provide support
• Send notifications about aurora activity in your selected regions (if you opt in)

2.4 For Subscription Management

For users with premium subscriptions, we use your information to:

• Process payments and manage subscriptions
• Provide access to premium features
• Send subscription-related communications

2.5 For Community Features

When you use the community logging features, your information may be used to:

• Share your aurora observations with other users (if you choose to make them public)
• Create a collective database of aurora sightings
• Improve the accuracy of aurora predictions

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your Personal Information to outside parties except as described in this Privacy Policy.

3.1 Service Providers

We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating the App, conducting our business, or serving our users, so long as those parties agree to keep this information confidential. These service providers may include:

• Payment processors (for subscription management)
• Cloud storage providers
• Analytics services to help us understand App usage

3.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or a government agency).

3.3 Protection of Rights

We may disclose your information when we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, protect your safety or the safety of others, investigate fraud, or respond to a government request.

3.4 Community Sharing

Any aurora observations, photos, or comments you voluntarily submit to the community features may be visible to other users of the App, in accordance with your privacy settings.

4. Location Data

Aurora collects location data to provide accurate aurora forecasts and location-based features. You can control whether location services are enabled for the App through your device settings.

If you enable location services, we may collect and use your precise location data to:

• Provide personalized aurora forecasts for your area
• Send notifications when auroras are visible in your location
• Improve our understanding of aurora visibility patterns

You can disable location services at any time through your device settings, though this may limit certain features of the App.

5. Data Retention

We will retain your Personal Information only for as long as is necessary for the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy. We will retain and use your information to the extent necessary to comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our policies.

If you delete your account or request data deletion, we will make reasonable efforts to remove your Personal Information from our active databases, but some information may remain in archived records for legal, tax, or audit purposes.

6. Security of Your Information

We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Security measures we implement include:

• Encryption of data transmission
• Secure storage of sensitive information
• Access controls to limit who can view your information
• Regular security updates and maintenance

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have certain rights regarding your information, including:

7.1 Access and Correction

You may access, correct, or update your Personal Information by accessing your account settings within the App or by contacting us at jiguangzhinan3800@163.com.

7.2 Data Deletion

You may request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us at jiguangzhinan3800@163.com. Please note that some data may be retained as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.

7.3 Opting Out of Communications

You can opt out of receiving promotional communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions in those communications or by adjusting your notification settings in the App.

7.4 Managing Location Services

You can enable or disable location services for the App through your device settings at any time.

8. Third-Party Links

The App may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by us. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services. You acknowledge and agree that we shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with use of or reliance on any such content, goods, or services available on or through any such websites or services.

9. Children's Privacy

The App is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect Personal Information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected Personal Information from a child under 13 without verification of parental consent, we will take steps to remove that information from our servers.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our 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 at the top of this Privacy Policy.

You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.

11. Contact Us

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

Email: jiguangzhinan3800@163.com