Privacy Policy: DiveBook

Last Updated: February 12, 2026

1. Introduction

NL DiveBook HQ (“we,” “our,” or “us”) provides an expedition-grade utility for the mission-oriented diver and citizen scientist. This Privacy Policy outlines our commitment to data transparency and security, specifically regarding the professional-grade data required for safe diving and ocean stewardship.

2. Information We Collect and Why

To provide a functional digital logbook and conservation tool, we collect the following:

• Personal Identifiers: Name and email address are collected to facilitate account creation, data synchronization across devices, and secure authentication.

• Precise Location Data (GPS): DiveBook collects Precise Location data. This is used solely to:

  • Map dive site coordinates for your personal logbook.

  • Geo-tag Ghost Gear reports for environmental recovery.

  • Provide location data for iNaturalist biodiversity observations.

  • Note: Location data is only accessed while the app is in use. We do not track your location in the background.

• Dive Metrics (Health & Safety): We collect dive-specific metrics including depth, bottom time, and gas consumption. This data is used exclusively to calculate your dive history and safety profiles.

• Photos and Media: We access your camera and storage only when you choose to upload certification cards or document marine debris/wildlife.

3. Data Sharing and Third-Party Disclosure

We do not sell your personal data. Data is shared only under the following conditions:

• iNaturalist Integration: Observations (photos and GPS) are transmitted to the iNaturalist API for citizen science purposes if initiated by the user.

• Industry Partnerships: DiveBook is the official digital partner of Trident. We may share anonymized, aggregated environmental data (e.g., ghost gear hotspots) to assist in global conservation efforts.

• Service Providers: We use trusted third-party services to power our infrastructure, including Bubble.io (Data Hosting) and Google Play Services (App Functionality). These providers may process data as required to perform their functions.

4. Children’s Privacy

DiveBook is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children. If we discover that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we immediately delete this from our servers.

5. Data Retention and Deletion

Your data belongs to you. We retain your logs as long as your account is active.

• Account Deletion: You may request the total deletion of your account and all associated data at any time by contacting nldivebook@gmail.com or using the "Delete Account" feature within the app settings.

• Data is purged from our secure servers within 30 days of a verified request.

6. Security

As an app developed with an ERDI Police Diver mindset, we treat data with a "zero-failure" philosophy. We implement industry-standard encryption and secure socket layer (SSL) technology to protect your records.

7. Contact Information

For any inquiries regarding your data or this policy, Email: nldivebook@gmail.com