Privacy Policy for North Pulse Compass

Last Updated: May 22, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to North Pulse Compass ("the App"). Your privacy is critically important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and disclose information when you use our App.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Location Information

With your explicit permission, the App accesses your precise location (GPS) to:

• Display your current coordinates (latitude/longitude)
• Show your location on the integrated map
• Calculate the Qibla direction (bearing to Mecca)
• Perform geocoding to display your city, country, and continent

Location data is processed locally on your device. We do not store your location on any external server, nor do we share it with third parties except as necessary for map tile services (OpenStreetMap/ArcGIS) which receive tile requests based on your map viewport.

2.2 Sensor Data

The App accesses your device’s magnetometer, accelerometer, and rotation vector sensors to determine compass heading and magnetic field strength. All sensor data is processed locally and never transmitted off your device.

2.3 Advertising & Ad Networks

The App displays advertisements through Google AdMob. AdMob may collect and process certain data to serve personalized or non-personalized ads. This may include:

• Device identifiers (e.g., Advertising ID)
• IP address
• App usage data
• Coarse location (if granted)

We use the following ad units:

• App Open Ads
• Interstitial Ads
• Banner Ads

For more information on how Google handles data, please review Google's Privacy Policy.

2.4 Automatically Collected Information

The App does not collect any personal information, crash logs, or usage analytics beyond what is required by Google Play Services and AdMob.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information solely for:

• Providing core compass and Qibla functionality
• Displaying your location on the map
• Showing relevant advertisements (to keep the App free)
• Improving App performance

We do not sell, trade, or rent any personal information to third parties.

4. Data Storage & Security

All location and sensor data is processed in real time and is not persistently stored. The App does not create user accounts or retain any personal data on external servers.

5. Third-Party Services

The App integrates the following third-party services which have their own privacy policies:

• Google Play Services (Location, Ads)
• OpenStreetMap / ArcGIS (Map tiles)
• Leaflet.js (Map library, open-source)

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these services.

6. Children’s Privacy

The App is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

7. Your Choices & Permissions

You can control permissions at any time through your device settings:

• Location: Disabling location will stop all location-based features (coordinates, Qibla, map).
• Sensors: The App will not function as a compass without sensor access.

You can opt out of personalized advertising via your device’s Ads Settings or by limiting ad tracking.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy within the App or on our website.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
📧 ahmedsoltansoltan88@hotmail.com