Introduction

At Next Best Outdoors, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our service. Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you register for an account, we collect:

• Email address
• Account credentials (encrypted password)
• Profile information you choose to provide

Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information when you use our service:

• Activity spots and preferences you save
• Log entries for catches and outdoor activities
• Location data for spots you create
• Usage patterns and interactions with the service

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, operate, and maintain our service
• Generate personalized predictions based on your preferences
• Improve and personalize your experience
• Communicate with you about updates and features
• Monitor usage and detect technical issues
• Comply with legal obligations

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services to provide our features:

• Open-Meteo - Weather and marine forecasts
• NOAA - Tidal and water condition data
• Google OAuth - Optional authentication method
• Google AdSense - Advertising services

These services have their own privacy policies governing how they use information.

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information:

• Passwords are securely hashed using industry-standard algorithms
• Data transmission is encrypted using HTTPS
• Database access is restricted and monitored
• Regular security updates and patches

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access and review your personal information
• Update or correct your information
• Delete your account and associated data
• Export your data
• Opt-out of certain data collection practices

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to maintain your session and improve your experience. You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling them may affect site functionality.

Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete that information.

Changes to This 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 and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this privacy policy periodically for any changes.