Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2025

At Yachtmaster.AI, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our application.

Information We Collect

Location Data

Yachtmaster.AI requests access to your device's location to provide accurate tide predictions, weather data, and passage planning for your current position. Location data is used solely for this purpose and is not stored on our servers or shared with third parties beyond what is necessary to provide the service.

User Preferences

We store your app preferences in our secure database, including:

• Saved favorite locations and harbours
• Measurement unit preferences (metric/nautical)
• Alert settings and thresholds
• Boat specifications and vessel information
• Display preferences and customizations
• Passage planning data and notebooks

Usage Data

We collect anonymous usage statistics to improve the app, including:

• Feature usage patterns
• App performance metrics
• Crash reports and error logs

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide accurate tide predictions and weather forecasts for your locations
• Generate AI-powered passage plans and recommendations
• Deliver customized alerts based on your preferences
• Improve app functionality and user experience
• Troubleshoot technical issues and bugs
• Analyze usage patterns to enhance features

AI Features & Data Processing

Yachtmaster.AI includes AI-powered passage planning and weather analysis. When you use these features:

• Current tide, weather, and passage data is sent to our AI service providers
• Your vessel specifications are included to personalize recommendations
• This data is used solely to generate personalized insights and recommendations
• We do not store AI-generated content permanently on our servers
• Your data is processed in accordance with our AI provider's privacy standards

Third-Party Services

Yachtmaster.AI integrates with the following third-party services:

Weather and Tide Data Providers

• WorldTides.info: Global tide predictions
• NOAA: US tide predictions and weather data
• Open-Meteo: Weather forecasts and current conditions
• Stormglass.io: Sea conditions and marine weather data
• E.U. Copernicus Marine Service: Ocean currents and tidal stream data
• Mapbox: Interactive maps and geolocation services

AI Services

• Vercel AI Gateway: AI model access and processing

Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored in secure cloud databases with encryption at rest and in transit. We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information, but please be aware that no method of electronic storage is 100% secure.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information only in the following circumstances:

• With third-party service providers necessary to deliver app functionality
• When required by law or to protect our rights
• In connection with a business transfer or acquisition

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access and update your personal information
• Delete your account and associated data
• Opt out of certain data processing

Children's Privacy

Yachtmaster.AI is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page.

Contact Us

John Doe
Email: privacy@yachtmaster.ai
Address: 123 Maritime Lane, Harbor City, HC 12345