Privacy Policy

Last updated: November 3, 2025

At weathy.app, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Service.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

When you create an account, we collect:

• Email address
• Name (optional)
• Password (encrypted)
• Profile preferences

1.2 Location Data

To provide weather forecasts and local news, we collect your location information. This may include:

• GPS coordinates (with your permission)
• IP address-based location
• Manually entered locations
• Saved favorite locations

1.3 Usage Data

We automatically collect information about how you use our Service:

• Device information (type, operating system, browser)
• App usage patterns and features accessed
• Notification preferences and interactions
• Search queries and content preferences

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Provide personalized weather forecasts for your location
• Deliver relevant local and international news
• Send severe weather alerts and notifications
• Improve and optimize our Service
• Communicate with you about updates and features
• Process subscription payments
• Prevent fraud and ensure security
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data only in these situations:

3.1 Service Providers

We work with third-party service providers who help us operate our Service, including:

• Weather data providers
• News aggregation services
• Cloud hosting providers
• Payment processors
• Analytics providers

3.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government request, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of weathy.app, our users, or others.

3.3 Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred. We will notify you of any such change.

4. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. If you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal data within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.

5. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct your information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• Data portability: Receive your data in a portable format
• Restrict processing: Limit how we use your data

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@weathy.app

6. Location Data Controls

You have full control over your location data:

• Enable or disable location services in your device settings
• Manually enter locations without sharing GPS data
• Remove saved locations at any time
• View and manage location history in your account

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and deliver personalized content. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

9. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security audits and updates
• Access controls and authentication
• Secure payment processing

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by email or through a prominent notice in our Service. The "Last updated" date at the top indicates when this policy was last revised.

12. Contact Us

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

Email: privacy@weathy.app
Data Protection Officer: dpo@weathy.app