Privacy
What POTA on the GO collects, how each category is used, when it reaches a third party, and what you can turn off.
Scope and responsibility
- AppPOTA on the GO, distributed for Android through Google Play and for iOS through the App Store.
- ContactSupport handles privacy questions and data deletion requests.
- CoveredData processed through the app's account, map, logging, notification, advertising, and in-app purchase features.
- Compliance basisThe policy is written to meet Google Play User Data and Data Safety disclosure requirements.
What we collect and why
| Category | Examples | Purpose | Collected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Account and auth | Email, provider IDs, session tokens | Sign-in, account security, session continuity | Provided at sign-up or login |
| Location | Approximate or precise device location | Map centering, nearby parks and spots | Only after location permission |
| Diagnostics | App version, crash data, feature usage | Bug fixing, performance, improvements | Automatically through SDKs |
| Notifications | Push token, delivery metadata | Watchlist alerts and product notices | When notifications are enabled |
| Purchases | Product ID, transaction status, restore data | Premium activation and restore | Through store billing APIs |
| Advertising | Ad request and delivery metadata | Serving ads in the free tier | Through the ad SDK |
| Local storage | Preferences, caches, local logs | App functionality and session continuity | Stored on your device |
| User content | Photos, comments, callsigns, names | Community sharing and park updates | Submitted by you, public after approval |
We do not sell personal data. Processing is limited to app operation, reliability, security, billing, and the business functions listed above.
When we share data
- Service providersData reaches infrastructure partners only to deliver app features: authentication, analytics, push notifications, ads, billing, and map or radio data.
- Legal obligationsData may be disclosed when required by law, legal proceedings, or an enforceable government request.
- Safety and securityLimited sharing may occur to protect users, prevent fraud, or investigate a security incident.
Third-party services
| Provider | What it does | Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Supabase | Authentication and backend services | Supabase privacy |
| Google Firebase | Analytics, crash reporting, push notifications | Google privacy |
| Google Mobile Ads | Ad delivery in the free tier | Google Ads policy |
| Google Play Billing | Purchase and restore processing | Play Billing policy |
| POTA API, MapTiler and OSM, HamQSL | Park data, map tiles, callsign lookups | POTA privacy |
Retention and your controls
- How long we keep dataOnly as long as needed for service operation, entitlement validation, security, legal requirements, and dispute resolution.
- Device controlsRevoke location or notification permission, sign out, clear app data, or uninstall at any time.
- Data deletionRequest deletion of account-related data through Support.
Children's privacy
POTA on the GO is not designed for or directed at children under 13. If you believe a child has provided personal data, contact Support so we can investigate and remove it.
Security and international transfers
We apply technical and organizational safeguards to protect your data. Some providers process data across multiple countries. Those transfers are limited to service operation and covered by each provider's security controls.
Changes and contact
This policy may change when app behavior, SDK usage, legal requirements, or store disclosures change. Material changes are noted on this page with a new effective date.
Questions go to Support.
Bug reports and public questions can also go to the issue tracker.