Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 2026.5.11

Developer: Sopan Studio

App Name: Earth Cam: World Views

This Privacy Policy explains how Earth Cam: World Views (“we”, “our”, or “the App”) collects, uses, stores, and protects information when you use our mobile application.

By using the App, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Policy, please do not use the App.

1. Information We Collect

Depending on the features you use, the App may collect or access the following types of information:

1.1 Location Information

The App may request access to your device location to provide location-based features, such as:

Showing your current location on the map
Street map and GPS-related functions
GPS camera location tags
Compass and direction-related assistance
Nearby or map-based location services

Location access is only used to provide related app functions. You can enable or disable location permission at any time in your device settings.

1.2 Camera Access

The App may request camera permission for features such as:

GPS Camera
Taking photos with location, date, time, latitude, longitude, or address information

We do not access your camera unless you choose to use camera-related features.

1.3 Photos, Media, and Files

The App may request access to photos, media, or storage when needed to:

Save GPS camera photos
Select or manage images
Store app-generated files on your device

The App does not access your personal files unless required for a feature you choose to use.

1.4 Device and Usage Information

We may collect limited device and usage information, such as:

Device model
Operating system version
App version
Language and country/region settings
Crash logs
Performance data
General app usage information

This information helps us improve app stability, fix bugs, analyze performance, and enhance user experience.

1.5 Advertising and Analytics Data

The App may use third-party advertising or analytics services. These services may collect certain information such as:

Advertising ID
Device information
Approximate location
App interactions
Crash and diagnostic data

This information may be used to show ads, measure ad performance, prevent fraud, and improve app quality.

2. How We Use Information

We may use collected information for the following purposes:

To provide and improve app features
To show maps, street views, GPS tools, compass, and world clock functions
To enable GPS camera and location-based photo features
To maintain app performance and security
To fix bugs and crashes
To analyze app usage and improve user experience
To display ads where applicable
To comply with legal obligations

We do not sell your personal information.

3. App Permissions

The App may request the following permissions depending on your usage:

Location Permission

Used for map, GPS camera, street map, and location-based functions.

Camera Permission

Used for taking photos through the GPS camera feature.

Storage or Photos Permission

Used for saving or accessing images and app-generated files.

Internet Permission

Used to load maps, live camera content, world clock information, ads, and other online services.

Compass / Sensor Access

Used to provide compass and direction-related features.

You can manage or revoke permissions at any time through your device settings. Some features may not work properly if required permissions are disabled.

4. Live Camera and Street Map Content

The App may provide access to live camera views, street maps, landmarks, and location-related content.

Some live camera feeds or map-related content may be provided by third-party or publicly available sources. Availability, accuracy, quality, and update frequency may vary depending on the provider, network status, and location.

We do not control all third-party live camera sources and are not responsible for the availability or accuracy of third-party content.

5. Third-Party Services

The App may use third-party services for maps, analytics, crash reporting, advertising, or live camera content. These third-party services may collect and process information according to their own privacy policies.

Examples of third-party services may include, but are not limited to:

Google Maps or related map services
Google Play Services
Google AdMob or other advertising networks
Firebase Analytics
Firebase Crashlytics
Other analytics, advertising, or content providers

We recommend that you review the privacy policies of any third-party services used in the App.

Common third-party privacy policy links:

Google Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Google AdMob: https://support.google.com/admob/answer/6128543
Firebase: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy

6. Data Sharing

We may share limited information in the following cases:

With third-party service providers that help operate app features
With advertising and analytics partners, where applicable
To comply with legal obligations or valid legal requests
To protect our rights, users, safety, and security
In connection with business changes such as merger, acquisition, or transfer of assets

We do not sell users’ personal information.

7. Data Storage and Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration.

However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.

Some data may be stored locally on your device, such as photos created by the GPS camera feature. You are responsible for managing files stored on your device.

8. Data Retention

We retain information only for as long as necessary to provide app services, improve app performance, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

Data stored locally on your device, such as GPS camera photos, remains on your device unless you delete it.

Third-party service providers may retain data according to their own privacy policies.

9. Children’s Privacy

The App is not intended for children under the age of 13 or the minimum age required by applicable laws in your country.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe that a child has provided personal information to us, please contact us at:

[email protected]

We will take appropriate steps to delete such information if required.

10. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your region, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

The right to access your personal information
The right to request correction or deletion
The right to object to or restrict certain processing
The right to withdraw consent where applicable
The right to opt out of personalized advertising where available

You can also manage app permissions through your device settings.

To make a privacy-related request, please contact us at:

[email protected]

11. International Users

Your information may be processed and stored in countries or regions outside your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws from your location.

By using the App, you understand that your information may be processed in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will update the “Effective Date” at the top of this page.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Continued use of the App after changes means you accept the updated Privacy Policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, requests, or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Developer: so app top

Email: [email protected]