Privacy Policy
Last updated: 2026-05-02
1. What we collect
BiteCast is built local-first. By default the app stores all data on your device only:
- GPS positions while tracking is active (not transmitted)
- Catch records (species, location, time, conditions)
- Waypoints you drop on the map
- Your map view preferences (layer toggles, temp range, etc.)
2. When you sign in
If you choose to sign in with email, your catches and waypoints sync to a cloud database (Supabase) so they're available on any device you sign into. We store your email address (for sign-in) and the data you create (catches, waypoints, optional photos).
We never share your individual locations with other users or third parties. Public catch heatmaps (when enabled) show only aggregated, coordinate-fuzzed (~1km) statistics, not individual records.
3. What we do not collect
- Tracking cookies or advertising IDs
- Browsing behaviour outside this app
- Contact lists, photos, or other device data
- Background location (the app only tracks GPS while you have it open and tracking enabled)
4. Third-party services
Map data is fetched from public agencies (JAXA, IMOS, AusSeabed, NOAA, OpenStreetMap, GBRMPA, DCCEEW). Each request reveals your IP address to the relevant data provider, as is normal for any web map. See the in-app "Data sources & credits" panel for the full list.
5. Your rights
Under the Australian Privacy Act and GDPR (where applicable), you may request access to, correction of, or deletion of any personal data we hold. Contact us using the details below.
6. Data retention
Local data persists on your device until you clear it via the app or your browser. Cloud data persists until you delete your account or individual records.
7. Contact
Questions or requests: legal@bitecast.com.au
8. Changes
We'll update this policy as the app evolves. Significant changes will be flagged in-app the next time you open it.