Simple Weather Privacy Policy
Last Updated: June 5, 2026
Welcome to Simple Weather. This Privacy Policy aims to clearly explain how we handle your information when you use our mobile application (hereinafter referred to as "the Application"). We value your privacy and are committed to providing transparent data practices. Please read this policy carefully before using the Application.
I. Categories of Information We Collect
We collect the following categories of information for different purposes during your use of the Application:
1. Device-Related Technical Information
To ensure the compatibility, stability, and performance optimization of the Application on different devices, we automatically collect your device information, including:
Hardware model and manufacturer;
Operating system type and specific version number;
Android ID or advertising identifier;
Device language preferences and regional settings.
2. Usage Behavior Data
We record behavioral data generated during your interactions with the Application to analyze feature popularity, optimize the user interface, and adjust operational strategies. This data includes:
The types of functions you use and their frequency;
Page access path, dwell time, and interactive actions such as clicks and swipes;
Device screen resolution, network type, signal strength, and IP address.
3. Crash and Performance Logs
When this application crashes, becomes unresponsive, or experiences other technical malfunctions, we automatically generate and collect crash logs. These logs contain environmental information at the time of the crash (such as device status and memory usage), details of the technical error, and error codes, used to diagnose problems and improve application stability.
4. Information Collected Through Cookies and Similar Technologies
We and third-party service providers may use cookies, SDKs, or other local storage technologies to record information on your device. These technologies are primarily used to identify devices, analyze usage trends, and support advertising. You can manage cookie permissions through your device or browser settings, but refusing unnecessary cookies may affect the normal use of some functions.
II. Location Permissions
We only collect your precise or approximate geographic location information after obtaining your explicit authorization. This information is used to provide you with weather forecast services based on your current location. If you refuse authorization, you can still manually enter the city name to check the weather, but you will not be able to enjoy features such as dynamic location and local weather alerts, which may affect the integrity of the service and user experience.
You can revoke location permissions at any time through your device's system settings (such as "Privacy - Location Services" on iOS or "Location" on Android). After revocation, this application will no longer obtain your latest location, but it will not affect your previously stored non-location data.
III. How We Use the Information We collect
We use the information we collect for the following specific purposes:
To provide you with core weather forecast functionality;
To personalize your user experience;
To analyze user behavior data to optimize existing functions or develop new functions;
To generate group usage trend reports through de-identification or anonymization;
To cooperate with law enforcement agencies in legitimate investigations or respond to government directives, within the scope permitted by law;
To conduct daily business management, including system maintenance, risk control, and prevention of fraud;
To display advertising content (including personalized ads).
IV. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We will only share or disclose your personal information in the following circumstances:
Sharing with affiliated companies: We may collaborate with affiliated companies to improve service quality, but will require them to comply with this Privacy Policy;
Sharing with third-party service providers: We use certain third-party SDKs (such as advertising and analytics tools) to support the operation of this application. These SDKs may collect information such as your device identifier, IP address, and advertising identifiers. The specific third parties involved and their privacy policies are linked below:
Google Play Services: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Google AdMob: https://transparency.google/our-policies/product-terms/google-admob/
Firebase: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/about/privacy
Pangle: https://www.pangleglobal.com/privacy
Topon: https://www.toponad.com/en/privacy-policy
Legal Requirements or Rights to Protection: We may disclose your information when we believe it is necessary to comply with applicable laws, court orders, or governmental requirements, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of us, our users, or the public.
We will not sell your personal information to third parties unless we obtain your separate consent or as otherwise provided by law.
V. Your Privacy Choices and Controls
We respect your right to control your information. Depending on your jurisdiction (e.g., EU GDPR, California CCPA), you may have all or some of the following rights:
Right of Access: To request a copy of our personal information about you;
Right of Correction: To request the correction of any inaccurate or incomplete personal information we hold about you;
Right of Erasure (Right to Be Forgotten): To request that we delete your personal information under certain conditions;
Right of Restriction of Processing: To request that we suspend the processing of your personal information under certain circumstances;
Right of Data Portability: To request that we transfer your voluntarily provided personal information to you or a third party in a structured, generic, machine-readable format;
Right of Objection: To object to our processing of your personal information based on "legitimate interests," or to our use of your data for direct marketing (including advertising targeting), based on your specific circumstances;
Right of Withdrawal of Consent: You may withdraw your consent at any time for processing based on your consent (e.g., location permissions). Withdrawal will not affect the legality of processing based on consent prior to withdrawal;
Right of Refusal to Sell/Share (CCPA only): To request that we cease selling or sharing your personal information with third parties for cross-context behavioral advertising.
How to Exercise Your Rights: Please submit your request using the contact information at the end of this policy. We will respond within the legally stipulated timeframe. You will not be discriminated against (e.g., charged different prices or refused service) when exercising the above rights.
Personalized Ad Opposition: You can manage ad tracking in the following ways:
On Android devices: Go to "Settings → Google → Advertising" and select "Oppose Interest-Based Advertising";
On iOS devices: Go to "Settings → Privacy → Tracking" and turn on "Limit Ad Tracking".
VI. Data Security and Storage
We take industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information, including encrypted data transmission, firewalls, access controls, and internal security management systems. We require all employees and third-party service providers to strictly adhere to confidentiality obligations.
However, please understand that due to the inherent risks of the internet, no security system is absolutely foolproof. We cannot completely guarantee the absolute security of the application, servers, or data transmission; you are also responsible for safeguarding your device and account security.
VII. Children's Privacy
This application is not intended for children under the age of 16 (or other maximum age stipulated by applicable law). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 16. If you are a parent or guardian and discover that your child has provided us with personal information without your consent, please contact us immediately. We will delete the relevant information within a reasonable time after verification, unless required by law to retain it.
VIII. Third-Party Links and Services
This application may contain links to third-party websites or services. These links are independently operated by the third parties. We have no control over the privacy policies or data processing practices of third parties, nor are we responsible for the security, legality, or content of such websites. When you click on a third-party link, we recommend that you carefully read the third party's privacy policy.
IX. Changes to the Privacy Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. When significant changes occur, we will prominently notify you through in-app notifications or pop-ups. Your continued use of this application indicates your agreement to the updated policy.
X. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this privacy policy, wish to exercise your data rights, or need to report privacy-related issues, please contact us at the following email address: [email protected]