Privacy Policy

Tate Industries LLC ("we," "our," or "us") operates the Bone Zone mobile application (the "App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our App.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

• Location data when you use the geological mapping features
• Usage preferences and settings
• Feedback or correspondence you send to us

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use our App, we may automatically collect:

• Device information (device type, operating system, unique device identifiers)
• Usage data (features accessed, time spent in app, crash reports)
• Location data (when you grant permission for geological data features)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Provide and maintain the App's geological mapping functionality
• Display relevant fossil and geological data based on your location
• Improve app performance and user experience
• Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• Analyze usage patterns to enhance our services

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information in the following circumstances:

• With service providers who assist in operating our App (geological data APIs)
• When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
• In connection with a business transfer or merger

4. Third-Party Services

Our App integrates with third-party geological and paleontological databases including:

• United States Geological Survey (USGS)
• Paleobiology Database (PBDB)
• iDigBio (Integrated Digitized Biocollections)

These services have their own privacy policies governing the collection and use of your information.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

6. Location Services

Our App uses location services to provide geological data relevant to your area. You can disable location services at any time through your device settings, though this may limit app functionality.

7. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

8. Children's Privacy

Our App is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information
• Object to processing of your information
• Request data portability

10. 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 in the App and updating the effective date.

11. International Users

If you are accessing our App from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located.