Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 15, 2025

            Your Privacy Matters: Design for Green is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use the Snow Loop mobile application.
        

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

We collect the following personal information when you use Snow Loop:

Apple ID Token: Used for secure authentication via Apple's Sign in with Apple service
Phone Number: Optional, used for account verification and fraud prevention
Location Data: GPS coordinates to record your ski trails and provide location-based features
Device Information: Device type, operating system version, and app version for technical support

1.2 Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information about your use of the App:

Ski trail recordings and statistics
Resort favorites and recent visits
Weather and conditions viewing history
Feature usage patterns for app improvement

1.3 Information We Do NOT Collect

We respect your privacy and do not collect:

Email addresses
Photos or images
Contact lists
Other sensitive personal data

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

Core App Functionality: Recording ski trails, displaying weather, and providing resort information
Account Management: Authenticating users and maintaining account security
Premium Features: Managing subscription status and providing premium content
Customer Support: Responding to your questions and providing technical assistance
App Improvement: Analyzing usage patterns to enhance user experience
Legal Compliance: Meeting legal obligations and protecting our rights

3. Data Storage and Security

3.1 Data Storage

Your data is securely stored using Supabase, a trusted cloud database provider. All data is encrypted in transit and at rest.

3.2 Security Measures

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

SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmissions
Row-level security (RLS) for database access control
Regular security audits and updates
Secure authentication through Apple's Sign in with Apple

4. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties, except:

Service Providers: Supabase (database), Apple (authentication), OpenWeather (weather data)
Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
Business Transfers: In case of merger, acquisition, or asset sale

4.1 Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

Apple Maps: For displaying resort locations and maps
OpenWeather API: For weather data and forecasts
Supabase: For secure data storage and user authentication

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access: Request a copy of your personal data
Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
Location Control: Disable location access in your device settings
Account Deletion: Delete your account and all associated data

6. Location Data

Snow Loop uses location data to provide core functionality:

Real-time Tracking: Recording your ski trails and routes
Weather Services: Providing location-based weather information
Resort Information: Showing nearby resorts and conditions

You can disable location access at any time in your device settings, but this may limit app functionality.

7. Children's Privacy

Snow Loop is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.

8. Data Retention

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

Active Users: Data is retained while your account is active
Inactive Users: Data may be retained for up to 3 years after last activity
Account Deletion: Most data is deleted within 30 days of account deletion
Legal Requirements: Some data may be retained longer for legal compliance

9. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data during such transfers.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes through the App or by email. Your continued use of the App after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

11. Contact Information

Design for Green

Country: Canada

Support: Use the in-app feedback feature to contact us with privacy-related questions

Data Protection Officer: Available through in-app support

12. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR/PIPEDA)

For users in jurisdictions with data protection laws, we process your data based on:

Consent: For location data and optional features
Contract Performance: To provide the services you've requested
Legitimate Interests: To improve our services and prevent fraud
Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws