Privacy Policy
Weather: Live Forecast & Radar — Android & iOS
Last updated: July 30, 2026
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1. Overview
WeatherUpdateHub ("we," "our," or "us") operates the website weatherupdatehub.com and the mobile application "Weather: Live Forecast & Radar" (the "App"), available on both Google Play (Android) and the Apple App Store (iOS).
We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we handle your data. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your data.
By using our website or App, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with these practices, please do not use our services.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
- City/Location preferences: The cities you search for or save for weather tracking.
- Notification preferences: Your selected weather alert types (rain, storm, heat, cold, etc.) and temperature thresholds.
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
- Device identifiers: FCM (Firebase Cloud Messaging) token for delivering push notifications, and an anonymous user ID generated by our server.
- Device information: Device model, operating system version (Android/iOS), app version, and screen resolution.
- Network information: IP address (used for approximate geolocation fallback only).
- Usage data: Pages/screens viewed, features used, and app interaction events (via Google Analytics / Firebase Analytics where applicable).
2.3 Location Data
We access your device's GPS location only with your explicit permission to provide accurate local weather forecasts. We store your last known latitude and longitude on our server so we can send you weather notifications even when the app is closed.
You can revoke location permission at any time through your device settings:
- Android: Settings → Apps → Weather → Permissions → Location → Deny
- iOS: Settings → Weather → Location → Never
2.4 Cookies and Tracking Technologies (Website)
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies for analytics and functionality. We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site. You can opt out using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Weather forecasts: To fetch and display accurate weather data for your location and saved cities.
- Push notifications: To send you weather alerts (rain, storm, heat, cold, snow, fog, wind) based on your preferences and current conditions.
- App improvement: To analyze usage patterns, fix bugs, and develop new features.
- Advertising: To display relevant ads via Google AdMob (see Section 6).
- Security: To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and unauthorized access.
- Communication: To respond to your support requests and feedback.
We do not use your data to build profiles for credit decisions, insurance assessments, or background checks.
4. Push Notifications
Our App uses Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM) to deliver weather notifications to your device. To enable this feature, we collect and store the following:
- FCM registration token: A unique identifier assigned by Google that allows us to send notifications to your specific device.
- Your city and coordinates: Used to check weather conditions and send relevant alerts.
- Notification preferences: The types of weather alerts you have enabled.
How to disable notifications:
Android: Settings → Apps → Weather → Notifications → Off
iOS: Settings → Weather → Notifications → Off
You can also disable specific alert types within the App's settings.
FCM tokens are managed by Google Firebase and are subject to Google's Firebase Privacy Policy.
5. Location Services
Location access is optional but recommended for the best experience. We use your location to:
- Fetch real-time weather data for your current position
- Send weather alerts relevant to your area
- Display your local forecast on the home screen
We store your last known latitude and longitude on our server so we can continue to monitor weather and send notifications even when the app is not actively open. We do not track your real-time movements or build a location history.
Your location privacy options:
- While Using App: Location is accessed only when the app is open (recommended).
- Always: Location is accessed in the background for continuous weather monitoring (optional).
- Never: No location data is collected. You can still search for cities manually.
6. Advertising
Our App displays advertisements using Google AdMob. AdMob may collect and process certain data to serve ads, including:
- Device identifiers (Advertising ID on Android, IDFA on iOS)
- IP address and approximate location
- Device model, operating system, and language
- Ad interaction data (impressions, clicks, conversions)
For users in the EEA, UK, and Switzerland: We use Google's Consent Management Platform to ask for your consent before serving personalized ads. You can change your consent choices at any time within the App.
Resetting your Advertising ID:
- Android: Settings → Google → Ads → Reset advertising ID / Opt out of Ads Personalization
- iOS: Settings → Privacy & Security → Apple Advertising → Personalized Ads → Off
Learn more about how Google uses data at policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites.
7. Third-Party Services
We rely on the following third-party services, each with their own privacy policies:
| Service | Purpose | Data Shared |
|---|---|---|
| Google Firebase (FCM) | Push notification delivery | FCM token, notification payload |
| Google AdMob | In-app advertising | Advertising ID, device info, IP |
| Google Analytics | Website & app analytics | Anonymous usage data, IP |
| Open-Meteo API | Weather data & forecasts | Latitude, longitude (for weather lookup) |
| MongoDB Atlas | Database hosting (user data storage) | User records, preferences, tokens |
These providers may process data in accordance with their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review their policies:
8. Data Retention
We retain your data for as long as necessary to provide our services:
- User account data (preferences, city, location): Retained while your account is active. Deleted within 30 days of account deletion or prolonged inactivity (180+ days).
- FCM tokens: Automatically removed when you uninstall the App or when notifications fail repeatedly. Tokens are refreshed periodically by Firebase.
- Analytics data: Retained per Google Analytics' default retention period (up to 14 months).
- Server logs: Retained for 90 days for security and debugging purposes.
You can request early deletion of your data at any time by contacting us (see Section 14).
9. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:
- Encryption in transit: All API calls use HTTPS/TLS encryption.
- Secure database: User data is stored in MongoDB Atlas with authentication, role-based access control, and network isolation.
- Minimal data collection: We do not collect your name, email, phone number, or payment information unless you contact us directly.
- Access control: Only authorized personnel have access to the database, protected by strong authentication.
Despite these measures, no system is 100% secure. If a data breach occurs, we will notify affected users within 72 hours in accordance with applicable laws.
10. Your Privacy Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
Right to Access
You can request a copy of all data we hold about you, including your preferences, location, and notification settings.
Right to Deletion
You can request that we delete all your data from our servers. This includes your FCM token, location, preferences, and usage data.
Right to Opt Out
You can opt out of push notifications, personalized advertising, and location tracking at any time through your device settings or within the App.
Right to Data Portability
You can request your data in a machine-readable format (JSON) for transfer to another service.
Right to Withdraw Consent
You can withdraw consent for location tracking, push notifications, and personalized ads at any time without affecting the App's core weather features.
GDPR (European Economic Area & UK)
If you are located in the EEA or UK, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the UK Data Protection Act, including the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority. We process your data based on your consent and our legitimate interest in providing weather services.
CCPA (California, USA)
If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to delete, and the right to opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell your personal information.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at haiderb894@gmail.com. We will respond within 30 days.
11. Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to children under 13 (under 16 in the EEA). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. The App does not require account registration with personal details, and we do not ask for age during setup.
If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at haiderb894@gmail.com, and we will take steps to delete such information.
Our App complies with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and the GDPR provisions for minors. AdMob ads displayed in the App are treated as directed to a general audience, and we do not use ad targeting specifically designed for children.
12. International Data Transfers
Your data may be processed and stored in the following locations:
- MongoDB Atlas: Cloud database hosted on AWS (region may vary based on configuration).
- Google Firebase: Servers located globally, managed by Google LLC (USA).
- Google AdMob: Servers located in the USA and globally.
- Open-Meteo: Weather API servers located in Europe.
If you are accessing our services from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other countries with different data protection laws. We take steps to ensure your data is protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy regardless of where it is processed.
For users in the EEA and UK, we rely on Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) for lawful data transfers to third countries.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes:
- We will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page.
- For material changes, we will display a notification within the App and/or send an email if we have your contact information.
- We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Continued use of our services after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:
Response Time
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.
Data Protection Officer
For GDPR-related requests, contact us at the email above with "DPO Request" in the subject line.