Privacy Policy

Last Updated: March 2026

Introduction

At SketchMyApp LLC ("we," "us," or "our"), we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use the WanderSmart mobile application ("WanderSmart" or "the App"). By using WanderSmart, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

Information We Collect

Account Information

When you create an account, we collect:

  • Email address
  • Name
  • Date of account creation
  • Authentication credentials (securely hashed)

Location Data

To provide GPS navigation and local attraction discovery, we collect:

  • Real-time GPS coordinates (only while using navigation features)
  • Saved locations and destinations
  • Search history for attractions and places

Important: Location data is used solely to provide navigation, weather, and local discovery features. We do not track your location in the background or sell location data to third parties.

Travel Preferences

To personalize your travel experience, we collect:

  • Preferred travel categories and interests
  • Saved itineraries and trip plans
  • Currency and language preferences
  • Favorite destinations and attractions

Budget Data (Premium Users)

If you use the budget tracking feature, we store expense entries and budget limits that you enter. This data is stored securely in your account and is never shared with third parties. We do not have access to your bank accounts or payment methods.

Subscription Information

If you subscribe to WanderSmart Premium, payment processing is handled entirely by Apple through the App Store. We receive confirmation of your subscription status but never have access to your payment card details, billing address, or other financial information.

Usage Analytics

We collect anonymized usage data to improve the app:

  • Features used and frequency
  • App crashes and error reports
  • Session duration
  • Device type and operating system version

This data is aggregated and anonymized -- it cannot be used to identify you personally.

How We Use Your Information

To Provide Travel Services

  • Deliver GPS navigation and turn-by-turn directions
  • Display weather forecasts for your current and planned destinations
  • Provide real-time currency conversion rates
  • Discover local attractions and points of interest near you

To Personalize Your Experience

  • Recommend attractions based on your interests and preferences
  • Save your itineraries and trip plans across devices
  • Track travel budgets and expenses (premium feature)
  • Provide translations in your preferred languages (premium feature)

To Improve WanderSmart

  • Analyze usage patterns to enhance features
  • Fix bugs and improve stability
  • Develop new features based on user needs

Third-Party Services

WanderSmart integrates with the following third-party services to provide its features:

  • Firebase (Google): Authentication and secure data storage
  • OpenWeatherMap: Weather forecast data for your destinations
  • Google Places: Local attraction and point-of-interest information
  • CurrencyLayer: Real-time currency exchange rate data
  • Apple: In-app purchase and subscription processing

Each of these services has their own privacy policies governing how they handle data. We only share the minimum information required for each service to function.

Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely using Firebase, a Google Cloud service with industry-leading security practices. We implement:

  • Encryption in transit (TLS/SSL) and at rest
  • Secure authentication with Firebase Auth
  • Regular security audits and updates
  • Access controls limiting data access to essential personnel only

Information Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share data only in these limited circumstances:

  • Service Providers: Firebase (data storage), Apple (payments), OpenWeatherMap (weather), Google Places (attractions), CurrencyLayer (exchange rates) - bound by strict data protection agreements
  • Legal Requirements: If required by law, court order, or government request
  • Safety: To protect the rights, safety, or property of our users or the public

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data
  • Correct: Update inaccurate information in your profile
  • Delete: Request deletion of your account and associated data
  • Export: Receive your data in a portable format

To exercise these rights, use the account settings within the app or contact us at the address below.

Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active. If you delete your account, we will remove your personal data within 30 days, except where retention is required by law or for legitimate business purposes (e.g., fraud prevention).

Children's Privacy

WanderSmart is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes through the app or via email. Your continued use of WanderSmart after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

SketchMyApp LLC
Email: privacy@sketchmyapp.com
Website: sketchmyapp.com