Last Updated: February 24, 2026
Introduction
Welcome to Outernet ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application ("App"). Please read this privacy policy carefully. By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
Account Information
- Phone number (used for authentication via SMS verification)
- First name and last name
- Username
Saved Content
- URLs you share to the App from other applications
- Images you share to the App
- Places and events you save, including titles, descriptions, addresses, and notes
Information Collected Automatically
Location Data
- We collect your location only while you are actively using the App ("when in use")
- Location is used to show nearby places and events on the map
- We do not track your location in the background
Device and Usage Information
- Device type and operating system
- Crash reports and error logs
- App performance data
- Anonymous usage analytics
How We Use Your Data
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide and operate the Outernet App
- Improve the product and understand how users use Outernet
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services to operate the App:
Supabase
- Provides authentication, database, and file storage services
- Stores your account information and saved content
- Privacy Policy: https://supabase.com/privacy
Sentry
- Provides error tracking and crash reporting
- Receives anonymized error logs to help us fix bugs
- Privacy Policy: https://sentry.io/privacy/
Mapbox
- Provides map display functionality
- Receives location data to render maps
- Privacy Policy: https://www.mapbox.com/legal/privacy
Data Storage and Security
- Your authentication tokens are stored securely on your device using iOS Keychain
- Your account data and saved content are stored in secure cloud databases
- We do not sell your personal information to third parties
Data Retention
- We retain your account information and saved content for as long as your account is active
- You can request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at support@outernetexplorer.com.
This privacy policy is effective as of the date stated at the top of this document.