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Privacy Policy

WhatsUpp

Effective Date: 16 February 2026

WhatsUpp ("the App") is developed and operated by SmartGarden.org.uk. This Privacy Policy explains how information is handled when you use the App.

1. Information We Collect

Location Data

  • The App uses your device's GPS to detect nearby aircraft.
  • Location data is processed in real time.
  • Location data is not stored, saved, or transmitted to our servers.
  • Location data is used solely to query aircraft positions near you.

Flight Data

  • The App retrieves publicly available flight data from third-party APIs.
  • Flight data includes: aircraft position, altitude, speed, flight number, airline.
  • This data is provided by public aviation tracking services.

Advertising Data (Google AdMob)

  • The App uses Google AdMob to display advertisements.
  • AdMob may automatically collect: Advertising ID, Device information, IP address, Ad interaction data
  • This data is processed by Google under its own privacy policies.
  • Google Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
  • Users can opt out of personalised ads through their device settings.

2. Data Sharing

  • The App does not sell, rent, or trade personal data.
  • Location data is used only to query public flight tracking APIs.
  • Advertising partners (Google AdMob) may process data as described above.

3. Data Storage

WhatsUpp:

  • Does not require user accounts
  • Does not store personal information
  • Does not transmit personal data to external servers
  • All aircraft tracking occurs in real-time using public APIs

4. Children's Privacy

This App is not directed at children under the age of 13. It is intended for general audiences.

5. Security

  • The App does not maintain user databases or retain personal data.
  • All API queries use encrypted connections (HTTPS/TLS)
  • Advertising services may use encrypted data transmission as required by their systems.

6. User Controls

You may:

  • Disable location permissions via device settings
  • Reset your Advertising ID
  • Opt out of personalised ads

Note: Disabling location access will prevent aircraft detection from functioning.

7. Policy Updates

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Changes will be reflected by updating the effective date.

8. Contact Information

For privacy-related enquiries:

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