Fishing Assistant

This Privacy Policy describes how Fishing Assistant ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and shares information about you when you use our mobile application (the "App") and any related services (collectively, the "Services"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled in a safe and responsible manner.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information about you when you use our Services, including:

1.1 Personal Information You Provide

When you create an account, use certain features of the App, or contact us, you may provide us with personal information such as:

• Your name, email address, and other contact information
• Username and password for your account
• Profile information, including profile pictures
• Information you provide when you contact customer support
• Payment information when you purchase a premium subscription (processed by third-party payment processors)

1.2 Information We Collect Automatically

When you use the App, we automatically collect certain information about your device and usage, including:

• Device information: such as your device model, operating system, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information
• Location information: if you enable location services, we collect precise location data to provide features like fishing spot management and bite forecasts
• Usage data: information about how you use the App, including the features you use, the actions you take, and the time and duration of your activities
• Log data: technical information about your use of the App, including IP address, access times, and crash reports
• Photos and images: when you use the AI species identification feature, we may temporarily process photos you take or upload through the App

1.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third parties, including:

• Payment processors: when you make a purchase, we receive information about the transaction from our payment processors
• Social media platforms: if you choose to log in using a social media account, we may receive information from that platform
• Service providers: third-party services that help us operate and improve the App

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the Services
• Personalize your experience and provide tailored content and recommendations
• Process your payments and manage your subscriptions
• Provide customer support and respond to your inquiries
• Send you important updates, notifications, and marketing communications
• Analyze usage patterns to understand how users interact with the App and improve our features
• Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security concerns
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms of service

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

3.1 Service Providers

We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as:

• Payment processing and subscription management
• Cloud storage and hosting services
• Data analysis and analytics
• Customer support services
• Marketing and advertising assistance

These service providers are authorized to use your information only as necessary to provide these services to us and are contractually obligated to protect the confidentiality and security of your information.

3.2 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 may also disclose your information to protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property, or that of others, or to prevent or investigate possible wrongdoing in connection with the Services.

3.3 Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you via email and/or a prominent notice on our App of any such change in ownership or control of your personal information.

4. Your Choices and Controls

You have several choices regarding the information we collect and how we use it:

4.1 Account Information

You can review and update your account information by accessing your account settings within the App. You may also delete your account by contacting us at diaoyuzhushou1425@163.com. Please note that deleting your account will permanently remove your data from our systems, but some information may remain in backup copies for a reasonable period of time.

4.2 Location Information

You can control whether the App has access to your location through your device settings. If you disable location services, certain features of the App (such as fishing spot management and bite forecasts) may not function properly.

4.3 Marketing Communications

You can opt out of receiving marketing communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions in the emails we send or by contacting us at diaoyuzhushou1425@163.com. We may still send you non-marketing communications, such as updates to our terms of service or important information about your account.

4.4 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The App may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. You can control the use of cookies through your device and browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the App.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Secure authentication systems
• Regular security audits and updates
• Access controls to limit who can access your information

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. If you believe your account has been compromised, please contact us immediately at diaoyuzhushou1425@163.com.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide the Services to you and to comply with our legal obligations. When determining retention periods, we consider the amount, nature, and sensitivity of the information, the potential risk of harm from unauthorized use or disclosure, the purposes for which we process the information, and our legal obligations.

If you delete your account or request that we no longer use your information to provide the Services, we will delete your personal information unless we are required to retain it by law or for legitimate business purposes.

7. Children's Privacy

The Services are not intended for 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 parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information as soon as possible. If you believe we may have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us at diaoyuzhushou1425@163.com.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than the country in which you reside. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from those in your country. We will take appropriate measures to ensure that your information is protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws, including implementing standard contractual clauses or other legally required safeguards for international data transfers.

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 bottom of this policy. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information. If we make material changes to this policy, we will notify you through the App or by email.

10. Contact Us

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

Email: diaoyuzhushou1425@163.com

Last updated: [Current Date]