Tiny Weather Privacy Policy

Updated: April 14, 2025.

Tiny Weather has developed this Privacy Policy to explain how we collect, use, disclose and otherwise process personal information related to business operations.

What principles should be followed when using data?

We promise to use the above information only for the following purposes: providing services, optimizing user experience or fulfilling legal obligations. We are well aware of the importance of user privacy, so all data processing follows strict privacy protection standards and will never be used for unauthorized purposes. The following is a detailed description of our data usage:

A. Providing Services

The information we collect will be used to ensure the normal operation of the service and the normal use of the functions. For example, we may use your location information to provide accurate weather forecasts, or use device information to ensure that the service is compatible and performs best on your device. This data helps us provide you with a stable and reliable service experience.

B. Optimizing user Experience

We are committed to continuously improving the quality of our services to meet your needs. To this end, we may analyze your usage behavior (such as the frequency of function use, etc.) to better understand your preferences and optimize service content and functions based on this data. For example, if you frequently use a particular function, we may prioritize improving that function to enhance your user experience.

C. Fulfilling legal Obligations

In some cases, we may need to process your data in accordance with the requirements of laws and regulations. For example, we may share data with relevant agencies when required by law to fulfill our legal obligations. These operations are only carried out when necessary and in strict compliance with legal provisions.

D. Data Protection Standards

We have implemented a series of strict security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure or misuse.

E. Transparency and Choice

We are always committed to being transparent and respecting your choices. If you have any questions about the collection or use of your data, or want to exercise your privacy rights (such as access, correction or deletion of your data), please feel free to contact us through the "Contact Us" section.

By using our services, you agree that we process your data in the manner described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, please stop using our services.

How is the data collected?

A. About location Information

Precise and Approximate Location- In order to provide weather forecasts for the current location, we only obtain location information with the user's explicit authorization. We will not use your location information for any other purpose.

Your location information is only used temporarily when providing weather services and will not be stored or used for other purposes.

The only purpose of our collection of precise location information is to ensure that you can get accurate and up-to-date weather updates. Once you authorize the location information, we will provide you with relevant services immediately.

B. Other Information

Recommended URL- We may record the recommended links you visit in order to optimize content recommendations and user experience.

Advertising identifier- We use advertising identifiers to manage advertising and ensure that the ads you see are relevant to your interests.

Activity information- We will record your activities in the service, such as page browsing, feature usage, etc., to improve service quality and personalized experience.

Device and feature information- We collect information about your device (such as model, operating system, network status, etc.) to ensure compatibility and performance optimization of the service.

Log and usage data

We collect diagnostic, usage, and performance data related to the services to provide you with a better service experience. This data is only generated when you use our services and is only used to improve our products and services.

The following is a detailed description of this data:

A. Data generation conditions:

This data is only generated when you actively use our services. For example, when you open an application, use a feature, or interact with a service, the system automatically records relevant information. This data is not collected when you are not using the service.

B. Data usage:

Diagnostic data- We collect diagnostic information related to the operation of the service, such as error reports, crash logs, and system activity. This data helps us identify and fix potential technical problems and ensure the stability and reliability of the service.

Usage data- We record how you interact with the service, such as the features you use. This data helps us understand user behavior, optimize user experience, and improve service functions.

Performance data- We collect data related to service performance, such as usage time and resource usage. This data helps us improve the efficiency and smoothness of the service.

C. Data types:

Error and crash reports- When the service is abnormal, we will record relevant error information and crash logs to quickly locate and solve the problem.

Function usage records- We will record the service functions you use, such as weather queries, to understand which functions are most popular or need improvement.

Performance indicators- We will record indicators such as service loading time, response speed and resource consumption to ensure that the service runs smoothly.

D. Data protection:

We promise that this data will only be used to improve the service and will not be shared with third parties unless required by law or with your explicit consent. We take strict security measures to protect this data and prevent unauthorized access or disclosure.

By collecting and analyzing this data, we can continuously optimize the service to ensure that we provide you with a more stable, efficient and personalized experience. If you have any questions about the collection or use of data, please feel free to contact us through the "Contact Us" section.

Types of data collected

Device information-including device model, operating system version, network status, etc.

Activity information-including your operations in the service, such as page browsing, feature usage, etc.

Device event information-including system activity, error reports (sometimes called "crash dumps") and hardware settings.

Use of data

Improve product experience- We use this data to optimize service performance, fix problems and enhance user experience.

Third-party platforms- To achieve the above purposes, we may share data with certified third-party statistical platforms (such as Firebase and Google Analytics). These platforms are only used to analyze and improve services and will not use data for other purposes.

How we protect your personal data

The security of your personal data is very important to us. We protect personal data collected in connection with our services and prevent it from accidental or unlawful destruction, loss, alteration, unauthorized disclosure or access. However, please note that although we have taken reasonable measures to protect your personal data, no website or Internet transmission is completely secure.

Children's Privacy

A. Our services are mainly for adults. Children are not allowed to use our services without the consent of their legal guardians. We regard anyone under the age of 13 as a child.

B. If we find that personal data of children is collected, we will delete the corresponding data as soon as possible.

C. If you think we may have any personal data about children, please contact us using the "Contact Us" section.

Links to websites and third-party content

For your convenience and information, we may provide links to websites and other third-party content that are not owned or operated by us. The websites and third-party content we link to may have separate privacy statements or policies. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of any entity that we do not own or control. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of such third parties before providing any personal information to them.

Third-party Partners' Privacy Policy

We use these advertising platforms to serve ads. These services may collect and use data in accordance with their privacy policies. Please refer to the privacy policies of each platform for details:

Google Admob- https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en

Google Firebase- https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en

Facebook Audience Network & Facebook Analytics- https://www.facebook.com/privacy/explanation/

Pangle- https://www.pangleglobal.com/privacy

Ironsource- https://www.is.com/privacy-policy/

Topon- https://www.toponad.com/en/privacy-policy

Mintergral- https://www.mintegral.com/en/privacy

Liftoff- https://liftoff.cn/privacy-policy/

Collection, processing and use of data by Google Analytics

To analyze user behavior, we use the advertising features of Google Analytics. Through these features, your socio-demographic data will be collected anonymously and processed using a device-specific advertising ID.

By using our application, you consent to the processing of your data by Google and to its use for the purposes listed above.

Your rights under GDPR

We attach great importance to the privacy and security of your personal data and make every effort to ensure that you exercise relevant rights in accordance with the law.

If you are located in the European Union (EU) or European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

You have the right to request access to, update or delete the personal data we hold about you. Usually, you can do this directly through your account settings. If you cannot do this yourself, please contact us for assistance. You can also request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

If the personal data we hold about you is incorrect or incomplete, you have the right to ask us to correct it without delay.

You can exercise this right if we process your data based on legitimate interests and you object to that processing due to special circumstances.

You have the right to object to us using your personal data for direct marketing (such as advertising) at any time.

If there is no legitimate reason for us to continue processing your personal data, you can ask us to delete or remove the relevant data.

You have the right to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used and machine-readable format and to have us transfer it directly to a third party of your choice.

You can withdraw your consent to the processing of your data at any time. However, please note that withdrawing your consent may result in you no longer being able to use certain service features that rely on your consent.

Exercising your GDPR data protection rights

Under the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the right to access, correct, delete, or object to our processing of your personal data. To exercise these rights, please contact us. Please note that for security reasons, we may ask you to verify your identity before processing your request. We will respond to your reasonable request as soon as possible.

If you believe that our processing of your personal data is not in compliance with the GDPR, you have the right to complain to the data protection authority in your country or region. If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you can contact your local supervisory authority for more information.

Mobile device privacy controls

Your mobile device provides the following privacy controls to help you manage the use of data related to applications:

Ads personalization settings

Android devices: You can manage personalized ads settings by enabling the "Opt out of interest-based ads" or "Opt out of ads personalization" features.

Location data collection

You can manage the collection of location data by changing the privacy settings on your mobile device.

Updates to our privacy policy

We reserve the right to update this privacy policy at any time to match the changes in our business practices and service content. Each time we revise it, we will update the effective date at the top of the policy. Your continued use of our services after the updated date will be deemed as your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

Contact Us

If you would like to submit a request by email, or if you have any other questions about privacy or data protection at Tiny Weather, you can contact us at [email protected].