RunSpotter Privacy Policy

Last updated: May 15, 2026

RunSpotter ("we", "our", or "us") is a mobile application that lets runners share their live location with trusted spotters during a run. This policy explains what data we collect, why, and how it is handled.

1. Information We Collect

• Location data. With your permission, RunSpotter collects your precise GPS coordinates while a run is active — including in the background — so your spotters can follow your progress in real time. Location data is only collected when you start a run and stops when you end it.
• Account information. If you create an account, we store your email address and display name.
• Run data. Route history, distance, duration, and pace data from completed runs.

2. How We Use Your Information

• To broadcast your live location to people you have explicitly invited as spotters.
• To store and display your run history within the app.
• To send push notifications related to your runs (e.g. spotter joined, run completed).

3. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. Your location is shared only with the specific individuals you invite as spotters for a given run. We use Firebase (Google) for data storage and authentication. Firebase's privacy practices are described at firebase.google.com/support/privacy.

4. Background Location

RunSpotter requests background location access so your spotters can track your run even when the app is not in the foreground. You can revoke this permission at any time in your device Settings. Revoking background location will prevent spotters from seeing your position when the app is minimized.

5. Data Retention

Run history is stored until you delete it or your account. Live location data is not stored after a run ends — it is only streamed in real time to your spotters.

6. Your Rights

You may request deletion of your account and all associated data at any time by contacting us at the email below. We will fulfill deletion requests within 30 days.

7. Children's Privacy

RunSpotter is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from anyone under 13.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

9. Contact

Questions about this policy? Email us at: hunterleininger22@gmail.com