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Privacy Policy

Last updated: May 2026

1. Introduction

AuroraVision (“we”, “us”, “our”) operates the website auroravision.is and the AuroraVision mobile app. This policy explains how we handle your data when you use our services.

By using AuroraVision, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this policy. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data with transparency.

2. Information We Collect

  • →Location data (only when you grant permission) — used to show local aurora conditions
  • →Device information — used for app functionality and crash reporting
  • →Usage data — anonymous analytics to improve the service
  • →Photos (app only) — when you submit an "I See Aurora" sighting

3. How We Use Your Information

  • →To provide real-time aurora forecasts for your location
  • →To send push notifications when you enable them
  • →To improve the app and website
  • →We do NOT sell your personal data to third parties

4. Third-Party Services

AuroraVision uses the following third-party services:

  • →Google Analytics — website usage analytics (only after you accept cookies)
  • →PostHog — product analytics (only after you accept cookies)
  • →Google Ads — ad conversion measurement (only after you accept cookies)
  • →GetYourGuide — booking partner attribution (only after you accept cookies)
  • →Firebase — app backend and database, including aurora sighting photos
  • →NOAA Space Weather — space weather data (no personal data sent)
  • →Viator — tour booking (subject to Viator's privacy policy)

Each of these services has their own privacy policies governing how they handle data. We recommend reviewing their individual policies.

5. Data Retention

We retain anonymous usage data for 2 years to allow us to identify trends and improve our services. Location data is not stored beyond the current session — it is used only to calculate your local aurora conditions and is never written to a database.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of any personal data we hold about you. You can request deletion of your data by emailing privacy@auroravision.is.

7. Contact

For privacy questions or concerns, please contact us at privacy@auroravision.is.

This privacy policy applies to auroravision.is and the AuroraVision iOS and Android applications. We may update this policy from time to time. We will notify app users of significant changes via the app.