Privacy Policy
Last Updated: September 2023
Hike Track ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of your information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application Hike Track (the "App"). Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH THE TERMS OF THIS PRIVACY POLICY, PLEASE DO NOT ACCESS THE APP.
We reserve the right to make changes to this Privacy Policy at any time and for any reason. We will alert you about any changes by updating the "Last Updated" date of this Privacy Policy. You are encouraged to periodically review this Privacy Policy to stay informed of updates. You will be deemed to have been made aware of, will be subject to, and will be deemed to have accepted the changes in any revised Privacy Policy by your continued use of the App after the date such revised Privacy Policy is posted.
1. COLLECTION OF YOUR INFORMATION
We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect via the App includes:
1.1 Personal Information
We do not collect personal information such as your name, email address, or phone number unless you voluntarily provide it to us. If you choose to contact us for support or feedback, you may provide us with personal information such as your name and email address, which we will use solely to respond to your inquiry.
1.2 Usage Data
When you access the App, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage of the App, including but not limited to:
- Device information, including your mobile device model, operating system version, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information
- App usage statistics, such as features used, time spent in the App, and frequency of use
- Error logs and performance data to help us identify and fix issues with the App
1.3 Location Data
Hike Track requires access to your location information to provide core functionality. We collect precise location data only when you actively use the App's tracking features with your explicit permission. This location data is stored locally on your device and is not transmitted to our servers unless you explicitly choose to export and share it via third-party services.
You can control or disable location services at any time through your device settings. If you disable location services, certain features of the App may not function properly.
1.4 Health and Fitness Data
The App may collect health and fitness data such as pace, cadence, and elevation gain during your hiking activities. This data is collected only when you use the tracking features and is stored locally on your device. We do not access or collect this data without your explicit permission.
2. USE OF YOUR INFORMATION
We use the information we collect for various purposes, including to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve the App and its features
- Personalize your experience with the App
- Understand how users interact with the App to enhance usability
- Diagnose and fix technical issues
- Respond to your comments, questions, and requests for support
- Comply with applicable laws and regulations
We will never sell your personal information to third parties. Any information collected is used solely for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as explicitly stated at the time of collection.
3. STORAGE OF YOUR INFORMATION
Hike Track is designed with a privacy-first approach, and all user data is stored locally on your device by default. We do not automatically upload or sync your data to cloud servers. The following information about data storage applies:
- Location data, hiking statistics, and session information are stored encrypted on your device
- You have complete control over your data and can export or delete it at any time
- Data is only transmitted from your device if you explicitly choose to export and share it
- We do not maintain any servers that store your personal hiking data
You can manage your stored data through the App's settings menu, where you can export GPX files or delete individual hiking sessions or your entire history.
4. DISCLOSURE OF YOUR INFORMATION
We do not share, sell, rent, or trade your personal information with third parties for their commercial purposes without your consent. We may disclose your information in the following limited circumstances:
4.1 With Your Consent
We may share information with third parties if you give us explicit permission to do so. For example, if you choose to export and share a GPX file, this action is initiated by you and controlled entirely by your device's sharing functionality.
4.2 Service Providers
We may engage third-party service providers to perform functions on our behalf, such as analytics to help us improve the App. These service providers may have access to your information only to perform these tasks on our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.
4.3 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 government agency). We will only disclose information to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes, or to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or others.
5. THIRD-PARTY LINKS AND SERVICES
The App may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by us. This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of any third parties, and we encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites or services you visit.
The App integrates with Apple Maps to provide mapping functionality. Apple's use of your information is governed by Apple's Privacy Policy, which can be found at https://www.apple.com/privacy/
6. SECURITY OF YOUR INFORMATION
We take reasonable measures to help protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security. The security of your information depends in part on the security measures provided by your device and your operating system.
To help protect your information, we recommend that you:
- Keep your device and operating system up to date with the latest security patches
- Use a strong passcode or biometric authentication to secure your device
- Be cautious when sharing your device with others
- Regularly review and manage your App permissions
7. YOUR RIGHTS AND CONTROLS
You have several rights regarding your information and how it is used, including:
7.1 Access and Correction
You can access all of your hiking data through the App's interface. You may correct or modify your data by editing session information directly within the App.
7.2 Deletion of Data
You can delete individual hiking sessions or your entire history through the App's settings. When you delete data through the App, it is permanently removed from your device. If you uninstall the App, all locally stored data may be removed depending on your device settings.
7.3 Control of Permissions
You can control the permissions granted to the App through your device's settings. You may revoke or modify permissions at any time, though this may affect the functionality of the App. The App's Permission Center provides convenient access to these settings.
8. 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.
9. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last Updated" date at the top of this Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.
10. CONTACT US
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at: bushujilu5596@163.com
We will respond to your inquiry as soon as reasonably possible, typically within 30 days.
11. GOVERNING LAW
This Privacy Policy shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which you reside, without regard to its conflict of law principles.