Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 29, 2025

Introduction

PatchIt ("we", "our", or "us") is developed and maintained by EclipseStudio. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our app to report potholes and road issues.

What Data We Collect

PatchIt is designed with privacy in mind. We collect only the information necessary to provide location-based reporting features:

• Location (only when reporting a pothole)
• Device type and OS version (for app optimization)
• Crash and performance analytics (anonymized)

How We Use Your Data

• To allow users to pin pothole locations accurately on the map
• To improve app performance and user experience
• To maintain app stability and fix bugs

Data Storage & Security

• No personally identifiable information (PII) is collected
• All reports are anonymous and stored without user identity
• Location is only accessed when actively reporting
• Industry-standard encryption is used for all transmissions

Third-Party Services

PatchIt may use the following third-party services:

• Apple Maps (for map display)
• Firebase Crashlytics (for anonymized crash reporting)

Children’s Privacy

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

Your Rights

• You can choose to not share location by adjusting device settings
• You can uninstall the app at any time, which deletes all local data
• We do not store personal data on servers or maintain user profiles

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy to reflect changes in our practices. Any updates will appear within the app and on our website.

Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns, contact us at:

• Email: support@eclipsestudio.com