Last updated: August 3rd, 2025
This privacy policy outlines how nextSurf (“we”, “our”, “the App”) handles personal data, in compliance with Apple App Store Privacy Guidelines and the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020.
Data We Collect
We collect only minimal, non-identifiable data necessary for providing app functionality and performance.
Categories of Data Collected:
| Data Type | Collected | Linked to User | Used for Tracking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Approximate Location | Yes | No | No |
| Usage Data (App interactions) | Yes | No | No |
| Purchase History | Yes | No | No |
| Diagnostics (Crash logs) | Yes* | No | No |
* Only if enabled via iOS system settings
Location Data
nextSurf may request access to your device’s approximate location to:
- Suggest nearby tide stations
- Load default forecasts for your area
This location data:
- Is used in real time only (not stored)
- Is not linked to your identity
- Can be disabled in iOS Settings
In-App Purchases & Subscriptions
We use Apple’s StoreKit to manage in-app purchases. We do not collect, process, or store any personal billing or payment data. All transactions are managed through your Apple ID and the App Store.
Usage & Performance Data
We may collect anonymised usage data to improve the app, such as:
- Tab interactions
- Time spent in app
- Feature engagement
We do not use third-party analytics SDKs (e.g. Google Analytics, Firebase). Any diagnostic or crash data is collected by Apple and shared with us only if you opt-in.
Third-Party APIs
To deliver tide, ocean, and weather forecasts, the App uses third-party APIs, including:
- NIWA
- MetOcean
- Stormglass
- WillyWeather
- WorldTides
We do not transmit personally identifiable information to these services.
Data Linking & Tracking
We do not link any collected data to your identity.
We do not track you across other apps or websites.
Your Privacy Choices
You may:
- Disable location access in iOS Settings
- Use the app without granting location (it will default to a saved or fallback tide spot)
- Opt out of Apple sharing diagnostics data with us
We do not offer user accounts or collect names, emails, or personal identifiers.
Contact Us
If you have questions or requests related to your privacy, contact us at:
Email: apps@rocketdata.co.nz
Website: https://www.rocketdata.co.nz
Surf smart. Know before you go.
– The nextSurf Team