Mariner GPS – Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

This privacy policy applies to the Mariner GPS app (hereinafter referred to as “Application”) for mobile devices that was created by A.S.C (hereinafter referred to as “Service Provider”) as a Free service. This service is intended for use “AS IS.”

Information Collection and Use

The Application collects information when you download and use it. This information may include:

  • Precise Location Information: The Application gathers precise information about your mobile device’s geographic location to provide accurate GPS coordinates.
  • Background Location: When running in the background (e.g., when minimized, device locked, or using another app), the Application continues collecting location data to ensure uninterrupted voyage logging, accurate speed and heading calculations, and automated position reporting to Vessel Traffic Organizations.
  • Device Information: Your device’s Internet Protocol address (IP address), operating system, device model, and version.
  • Usage Data: Information about the pages of the Application you visit, date and time of visits, time spent on each page, and other diagnostic data.

The Application utilizes collected location data for the following purposes:

  • Geolocation Services: To provide continuous navigation services and accurate real-time tracking.
  • Analytics and Improvements: Aggregated and anonymized location data helps analyze user behavior, identify trends, and improve Application performance.
  • Third-Party Services: Periodically transmitting anonymized location data to external services to enhance functionality and optimize user experience.

The Service Provider may use your provided information to contact you with important notifications and updates related to the Application.

Third-Party Services

The Application uses third-party services that have their own Privacy Policies concerning data handling. We advise you to review their Privacy Policies:

Information Disclosure

The Service Provider may disclose your information:

  • As required by law (e.g., to comply with a subpoena or similar legal process).
  • When the Service Provider believes disclosure is necessary to protect their rights, your safety, or the safety of others, investigate fraud, or respond to a government request.
  • With trusted third-party service providers who assist in operating the Application, provided these parties agree to maintain confidentiality.

Opt-Out Rights

You can stop all collection of information by uninstalling the Application using your device’s standard uninstall processes or the app marketplace.

Data Retention Policy

The Service Provider retains user-provided data for as long as you use the Application and a reasonable period thereafter. To request deletion of your user-provided data, please contact the Service Provider at angad1593@gmail.com. They will respond within a reasonable timeframe.

Children’s Privacy

The Application does not address anyone under the age of 13. The Service Provider does not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under 13. If it is discovered that a child under 13 has provided personal information, the Service Provider will immediately delete this data. Parents or guardians aware that a child has provided personal information should contact the Service Provider at angad1593@gmail.com.

Security

The Service Provider is committed to safeguarding the confidentiality of your information. Appropriate physical, electronic, and procedural safeguards are employed to protect collected data.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Any changes will be communicated by updating this Privacy Policy page. You are advised to review this policy regularly. Continued use of the Application after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

This privacy policy is effective as of 2025-06-07.

Your Consent

By using the Application, you consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.

Contact Us

If you have questions regarding privacy while using the Application or about our data practices, please contact the Service Provider via email at angad1593@gmail.com.