Privacy Policy
Last updated: May 25, 2026
Latvia Travel Tales is the operator and data controller for this app. This policy explains what we collect when you use the Latvia Travel Tales mobile app, why we collect it, and what you can do about it.
Last updated: May 25, 2026
Who's responsible for your data
Latvia Travel Tales, acting as data controller under the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). You can reach us at info@latviatraveltales.lv for any privacy question.
What we collect
Account info. When you sign up, we store your email and display name. If you sign in with Apple or Google, we receive a stable user ID from them and (depending on your choice) your email.
Location. When you use the map, nearby search, or navigation, we read your device's GPS. Location stays on your device. We don't store your location on our servers, and we don't track where you go between sessions.
Usage. We log basic events like which screens you open and which features you use. We use this to find bugs and decide what to build next.
Your saved data. Favorites, completed places, downloaded regions, and language settings. These sync to your account so you don't lose them when you change devices.
Device info. Device model, OS version, app version, and a push notification token (only if you turn notifications on).
We don't collect contacts, photos, microphone audio (unless you use voice search), or anything else not listed here.
Why we're allowed to collect this (legal basis)
- Contract - account, subscription, and saved data: we need this to give you the app you signed up for.
- Legitimate interest - usage analytics and bug reports: we have a real interest in keeping the app working.
- Consent - location and push notifications: you turn these on, you can turn them off anytime in your device settings.
Who else sees your data
We work with these companies to run the app. Each one only sees what it needs:
- Supabase - stores your account, favorites, and settings. Hosted in the EU.
- MapTiler - serves map tiles. Receives your map view, not your account.
- OpenStreetMap contributors - provide the underlying map data.
- OpenRouteService and Mapbox - calculate walking and driving routes. Receive start/end coordinates, no personal info.
- Photon (OpenStreetMap) - handles search. Receives your search text.
- RevenueCat - manages subscriptions. Receives a user ID and your purchase history from Apple or Google.
- Apple Sign-In, Google Sign-In - handle login. We never see your password.
- Expo / EAS - sends app updates and push notifications.
We do not sell your data. We do not share it with advertisers. We don't use third-party analytics or tracking beyond what's listed above.
How long we keep it
- Account and saved data: as long as your account is active.
- Location: not stored - used only on your device while you're navigating.
- Usage logs: up to 12 months, then deleted.
- After you delete your account: we remove your personal data within 30 days. Some records (like payment receipts) may stay longer if the law requires it.
Your rights
Under GDPR you can:
- See what we have about you
- Correct anything wrong
- Delete your account and data (do this in Settings → Delete account)
- Export your data (email us)
- Withdraw consent for location or notifications (toggle in device settings)
- Complain to the Data State Inspectorate of Latvia if you think we've handled your data badly
Most of these you can do yourself in the app. For anything else, email info@latviatraveltales.lv and we'll respond within 30 days.
Children
The app isn't aimed at children under 13, and we don't knowingly collect data from them. If you're a parent and think your child has signed up, email us and we'll delete the account.
Security
We use HTTPS for everything, encrypted password storage, and limited access controls on our backend. No system is perfectly secure, but we try to follow standard practice and keep dependencies up to date.
Changes to this policy
If we change anything important, we'll show a notice in the app. Small fixes (typos, clarifications) we'll just publish. The date at the top tells you when it last changed.
Contact
Email: info@latviatraveltales.lv Publisher: Latvia Travel Tales