Marine Safe App Privacy Policy
Effective date: 3 August 2026
App: Marine Safe (au.com.marinesafe.app)
This Privacy Policy explains how the Marine Safe mobile application (“App”, “we”, “us”) collects, uses, and shares information when you use the App.
1. Who we are
Marine Safe is operated in Australia. For privacy questions about the App, contact: marinesafeapp@icloud.com.
2. Information we collect
Depending on how you use the App, we may collect:
- Account identifiers — Firebase anonymous authentication creates a unique user ID so your trip and profile data can sync securely.
- Profile details you enter — such as name, postcode, and emergency contact name/phone/relation.
- Trip information — trip status, selected boat ramp, estimated time of arrival (ETA), people on board, vessel details, and related trip metadata.
- Location data — when you allow location access, including while a trip is active in the background, so the App can show your position, support overdue alerts, and assist safety monitoring.
- Photos you choose to add — for example vessel photos uploaded for your account/admin visibility.
- Device and diagnostics data — crash logs and basic analytics (via Firebase Crashlytics/Analytics) to improve reliability and performance.
3. How we use information
- To run trip safety features (start/end trip, ETA, overdue escalation, notifications).
- To store and sync your profile, gear, and vessel details across sessions.
- To provide internal/admin safety monitoring tools when authorised.
- To send SMS alerts related to overdue trips where that feature is enabled and configured.
- To diagnose crashes and improve the App.
4. Location
Location is used for map position, nearby ramp context, and trip safety monitoring. Background location is used only while a trip is active so overdue alerts can still work when the App is not open. You can withdraw permission in device Settings; some trip features may not work without location.
5. Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share data with:
- Service providers that power the App, including Google Firebase (Authentication, Cloud Firestore, Cloud Storage, Cloud Functions, Analytics, Crashlytics).
- Messaging providers (for example Twilio) when overdue/safety SMS features are used.
- Authorised internal operators using Internal tools to monitor active/overdue trips for safety response.
- Authorities or emergency services if required by law or necessary to protect someone’s safety.
6. Data storage and security
App data is stored on your device and/or in Firebase cloud services. We use industry-standard platform security controls (including encrypted transport). No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.
7. Retention
We keep information while your account/app use continues and as needed for safety, legal, and operational purposes. You may request deletion of your App-associated data by contacting us.
8. Children’s privacy
The App is not directed to children under 13. Do not use the App if you are under 13.
9. Your choices
- Control location, notifications, camera, and photos in iOS/Android Settings.
- Edit or clear profile/emergency contact details in the App.
- Contact us to request access, correction, or deletion where applicable under Australian privacy law.
10. Overseas disclosure
Some providers (including Google Firebase) may process data in servers located outside Australia. By using the App you acknowledge this may occur.
11. Changes
We may update this policy from time to time. The “Effective date” above will change when we do. Continued use of the App after changes means you accept the updated policy.
12. Contact
Email: marinesafeapp@icloud.com
Website: https://marinesafe.com.au