Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2026

Introduction

Wind Tracker is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Swiss Data Protection Act (DPA).

Data Collected

We collect the following data:

  • Account information: email, username, profile photo
  • Location data: GPS positions during session tracking (only with your consent)
  • Session data: duration, distance, speed, spots visited
  • User content: photos, comments, weather reports
  • Technical data: device type, OS version, error logs

Data Usage

Your data is used to:

  • Provide and improve application features
  • Display your statistics and session history
  • Enable social interactions with other users
  • Send notifications (weather conditions, alerts)
  • Analyze usage to improve user experience

Data Sharing

We never sell your personal data. Your data may be shared with:

  • Other users: according to your privacy settings (public/private profile)
  • Technical providers: analytics (Firebase) - GDPR compliant
  • letskite.ch: if you have enabled real-time location sharing in your settings, your geolocation data may be transmitted to letskite.ch to display your position on their live map
  • Authorities: only if required by law

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your data: encryption of data in transit (HTTPS), secure password storage (hashing), restricted access to personal data.

Data Retention

Your data is retained as long as your account is active. You can request deletion of your account and data at any time. After deletion, some anonymized data may be retained for statistical purposes.

Your Rights

In accordance with GDPR and DPA, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Rectify inaccurate data
  • Delete your data (right to be forgotten)
  • Export your data (portability)
  • Object to the processing of your data
  • Withdraw your consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us via the application.

Cookies and Similar Technologies

The application uses local storage technologies to improve your experience (preferences, cache). We use Firebase Analytics to understand how the application is used, respecting your privacy.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy. You will be notified of any significant changes via the application. We encourage you to regularly review this page.

Contact

For any questions about this privacy policy or your personal data, contact us via the contact form in the application or on our website letskite.ch.