Privacy Policy

Last Updated: March 26, 2026

Welcome to Watch360. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our mobile application.

Privacy First

Watch360 is designed to give you complete control over your location sharing. You decide who sees your location, and you can stop sharing at any time.

1. Information We Collect

Watch360 collects the following types of information to provide our location-sharing service:

Data Type	Purpose
Real-time Location	To display your position on the map and share it with your connected friends
Location History	To show your travel routes and journeys (stored for up to 3 days)
Account Information	Your name, email, and profile picture from Google or Apple sign-in
Device Information	Device model, operating system version for compatibility and support
Battery Level	To optimize location accuracy and preserve your device battery
Crash Reports	Anonymous technical data to identify and fix app issues
Usage Analytics	Anonymous statistics to improve app performance and features

2. Why We Need Location Permission

Location access is the core functionality of Watch360. Here's a detailed explanation of each permission we request:

Foreground Location Permission (When In Use)

Why we need it: This permission allows Watch360 to access your device's GPS when you have the app open. We use this to:

Display your current position on the map
Show you where your connected friends are located
Calculate distances and provide accurate map navigation
Update your location in real-time as you move

When it's used: Only when you have Watch360 open and actively using it.

Background Location Permission (Always)

Why we need it: This permission allows Watch360 to access your location even when the app is closed or running in the background. We use this to:

Keep your friends updated on your location without having to keep the app open
Record your location history and travel routes
Enable continuous location sharing for safety and coordination with friends and family
Allow your connected friends to see your real-time position at any time

When it's used: Continuously while location sharing is enabled, even when the app is not actively open.

Important Note on Background Location

Background location access may affect your device's battery life. Watch360 is optimized to minimize battery consumption while maintaining accurate location updates. You can disable background location at any time in your device settings or within the app.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

Provide Core Services: Display your location and your friends' locations on the map
Enable Location Sharing: Share your real-time position with friends you've connected with
Store Location History: Keep a record of your travels for up to 3 days so you and your friends can view past routes
Authenticate Your Identity: Verify your account through Google or Apple sign-in
Improve Performance: Optimize battery usage and location accuracy based on your device capabilities
Fix Technical Issues: Use crash reports to identify and resolve app problems
Enhance User Experience: Analyze anonymous usage patterns to improve features
Communicate Updates: Send important notifications about your account or service changes

4. Data Sharing

With Your Connected Friends

Your location data is shared only with friends you have explicitly connected with using a friend code. You have full control over these connections and can disconnect at any time.

With Third-Party Services

We use the following trusted third-party services:

Google Maps: To display maps and location data
Firebase Authentication: To securely manage user sign-in
Firebase Firestore: To store and sync location data between users
Firebase Analytics: For anonymous usage statistics
Firebase Crashlytics: For crash reporting and debugging

These services have their own privacy policies governing the use of your information. We recommend reviewing their policies for more details.

We Never Sell Your Data

Watch360 does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information or location data to any third parties for marketing or advertising purposes.

5. Data Storage and Security

Where Your Data is Stored

Location data: Stored securely on Firebase servers with encryption
Location history: Retained for up to 3 days, then automatically deleted
Account information: Stored as long as your account is active

Security Measures

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

End-to-end encryption for data transmission
Secure authentication via Google and Apple OAuth
Firebase security rules to restrict unauthorized access
Regular security audits and updates

6. Data Retention

Data Type	Retention Period
Real-time Location	Updated continuously, not stored permanently
Location History	Up to 3 days, then automatically deleted
Account Information	Until you delete your account
Crash Reports	90 days
Analytics Data	Aggregated and anonymized, retained for analytics purposes

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Access: Request a copy of your personal data
Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
Withdraw Consent: Revoke location permissions at any time through your device settings
Disconnect Friends: Remove any friend connection to stop sharing your location with them
Opt-out of Analytics: Contact us to opt out of analytics collection

How to Control Location Sharing

In the App: Use the app settings to manage your sharing preferences
Device Settings (iOS): Settings → Privacy → Location Services → Watch360
Device Settings (Android): Settings → Apps → Watch360 → Permissions → Location

8. Children's Privacy

Watch360 is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately so we can delete such data.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using Watch360, you consent to such transfers. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this privacy policy.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:

Posting the updated policy on this page
Updating the "Last Updated" date
Sending an in-app notification for significant changes

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

11. Contact Us

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

Get in Touch

Email: support@mobover.com