Privacy Policy

Effective Date: April 28, 2026

Explorer ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your data when using the Explorer mobile application and related services.

Information We Collect

Location Data

Explorer collects precise location data from your device to provide the core functionality of the app, including:

• Recording your travel history
• Displaying routes and visited locations on a map
• Creating a timeline of your movement history

Location data may be collected while the app is in use and, if permission is granted, in the background.

Photos and Metadata

If you choose to grant photo library access, Explorer may access selected photos and associated metadata such as:

• GPS coordinates
• Timestamp information

This information is used to pin photos to locations on your map.

Account Information

We may collect basic account information such as:

• Email address
• Authentication identifiers

This is used to create and manage your account.

Device and Usage Information

We may collect limited technical information such as:

• Device type
• Operating system version
• App version
• Crash and diagnostic information

This helps us maintain and improve the app.

How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

• Provide Explorer's core functionality
• Sync your data across devices
• Improve app performance and reliability
• Maintain security and prevent abuse
• Respond to support requests

Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share information with service providers that help us operate the app, such as:

• Cloud hosting providers
• Authentication providers
• Analytics or crash reporting services

These providers only receive the information necessary to perform their services.

Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account remains active or as needed to provide the service.

You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time.

Your Choices

You can:

• Disable location permissions in your device settings
• Disable background location access
• Revoke photo library access
• Request deletion of your account and data

Please note that disabling certain permissions may limit app functionality.

Security

We use reasonable safeguards designed to protect your information. However, no method of electronic storage or transmission is completely secure.

Children's Privacy

Explorer is not directed toward children under 13 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Continued use of the app after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact:

Colin Li
Email: colinli2002@gmail.com
Website: colinli.me