# Privacy Policy for Moon Phases
_Last updated: April 16, 2026_
This Privacy Policy describes how Moon Phases ("the App", "we", "us", or "our") handles information when you use the App.
If you have questions about this policy or your data, contact us at **steven@astrum.software**.
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## 1. Information We Collect
The App collects only the minimum information needed to provide its core functionality.
### Information you provide directly
- **Content you create in the App**: any settings or preferences you save while using the App (e.g., location coordinates, time format preference).
### Information collected automatically
- **Location data** (with your permission): your device's geographic coordinates, used to calculate accurate moonrise and moonset times. This data is processed entirely on your device and is never transmitted to any server.
### Information we do NOT collect
- We do not collect your name or email address.
- We do not collect device identifiers or advertising IDs.
- We do not collect usage analytics or behavioral data.
- We do not use crash reporting or analytics services.
- We do not access your contacts, photos, microphone, or camera.
- We do not sell your data to anyone.
- We do not use your data for third-party advertising.
- We do not transmit any data to external servers.
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## 2. How We Use Information
We use the information stored on your device to:
- Calculate and display accurate moon phase data for your location
- Determine moonrise and moonset times based on your geographic position
- Remember your display preferences between app sessions
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## 3. How Information Is Stored
- **On-device data** is stored locally on your device using standard iOS secure storage mechanisms. We do not maintain any external servers or databases containing user information.
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## 4. Data Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. Since all data remains on your device, there is no data transmission to share.
We may disclose information if required by law (e.g., subpoena, court order) or to protect the rights, property, or safety of users or the public.
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## 5. Your Rights
You can:
- **Access your data**: all data is stored locally on your device and is directly accessible to you.
- **Delete your data**: uninstall the App or clear the App's data through your device settings. All locally stored preferences and settings are permanently removed upon deletion.
- **Control location access**: enable or disable location permission at any time through your device's Settings app. If you disable location access, you can still use the App with a default location.
- **Contact us**: with any privacy questions or requests at steven@astrum.software.
If you are in the EU/EEA, UK, or California, you have additional rights under GDPR, UK GDPR, and CCPA respectively, including the right to access, correct, port, and delete your personal data, and the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.
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## 6. Children's Privacy
The App is not directed to children under 13 (or under 16 in certain jurisdictions). We do not knowingly collect information from children. If you believe a child has provided information to us, contact steven@astrum.software and we will take appropriate action.
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## 7. Third-Party Services
The App uses the following third-party services:
- **Apple App Store** (distribution) — https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy/
No other third-party services are used. All data processing occurs on your device.
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## 8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top reflects the most recent changes. Material changes will be communicated through the App. Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance.
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## 9. Contact
For any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, contact us at:
**steven@astrum.software**
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