Privacy Policy

Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains the information collected and used by Spotalk Map ("the App"). Please read this policy carefully before using the App. By using the App, you agree to this policy.

This policy applies to the iOS version of the App.

Please also review our Terms of Service before using the App.

Information We Collect

The App has no account registration or login feature of its own. We do not collect or store any information that identifies you, such as an email address or password.

1. Location Information

The App requests access to your location (only while using the App) in order to display registered spots near your current location on the map. Location data is used solely for this map display purpose and is never transmitted outside the App (to any server or cloud).

2. Group-Sharing Information via iCloud

The App's group sharing feature (for sharing spots and comments with others) uses Apple's iCloud (CloudKit) framework. When you create a group and invite members, the spot name, location, comments (nickname and body text), and group name are shared with the invited members through your own iCloud account. This information is stored on Apple's iCloud infrastructure; the App does not operate its own server to store it. Invitation links for joining a group are sent via iOS's standard Messages sharing feature. The App does not access your Contacts (address book).

3. Advertising Information (Google AdMob)

The App uses Google AdMob to display banner ads. Ads are served on a non-personalized basis only (not based on your behavioral history); we do not collect identifiers (such as IDFA) used for personalized advertising. For this reason, the App does not request Apple's App Tracking Transparency permission.

For ad delivery, Google AdMob (Google LLC) collects the following information. This information is not linked to your identity and is not used to track you.

• Device ID
• Advertising Data
• Crash Data
• Performance Data

How We Use Your Information

• Providing the App's core features (map display, spot registration, and group sharing)
• Delivering ads (non-personalized, banner only)
• Third-party advertising (non-personalized, banner only)

Third-Party Sharing

The App uses the following service providers. Each provider manages information according to its own privacy policy.

• Apple Inc. (iCloud / CloudKit): Data synchronization for the group sharing feature
  Apple Privacy Policy
• Google AdMob (Google LLC): Ad delivery (non-personalized, banner only). Google processes Device ID, Advertising Data, Crash Data, and Performance Data for third-party advertising.
  Google Privacy Policy

We do not sell or rent personal information to any other third parties. However, we may disclose information as required by law.

Data Storage

Location data is used only temporarily for the map display purpose and is not stored. Group-sharing data (spots, comments, etc.) is stored on Apple's iCloud infrastructure through your own iCloud account. The App does not operate its own servers to store this data.

Children's Privacy

The App is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that such information has been collected, we will promptly delete it.

Contact

For questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be revised due to changes in law or new features. When changes are made, the latest version will be published on this page and the "Last updated" date will be updated. We will notify you in the App if significant changes are made.

By continuing to use the App after revisions, you agree to the updated policy.