Privacy Policy for SolarForecast

Last updated: May 2026

Welcome to SolarForecast ("we", "our", or "the app"). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how SolarForecast handles information when you use our application.

Information We Collect

SolarForecast may access the following information to provide accurate solar production forecasts and optimization features:

Location Data

The app may access your device location to:

• Calculate sun position

• Estimate solar irradiance

• Improve weather forecasts

• Determine sunrise and sunset times

• Optimize solar panel orientation predictions

Location data is processed only to provide app functionality.

Device Sensors

SolarForecast may use:

• Compass data

• Device orientation

• Motion sensors

These are used solely for panel angle and orientation measurements.

Weather Data

SolarForecast may retrieve weather forecasts using external services such as:

• Apple WeatherKit

Weather information is used only for energy prediction calculations.

Data Storage

SolarForecast may store:

• Solar panel configurations

• User preferences

• Saved measurements

• Optimization settings

Stored data remains on your device unless cloud functionality is explicitly enabled.

Data Sharing

SolarForecast does not sell, rent, or share personal information with third parties for advertising purposes.

Information may only be shared when required to provide essential app functionality (such as weather forecast services).

Analytics

If analytics services are enabled in future versions, anonymized usage information may be collected to improve app performance.

Children’s Privacy

SolarForecast does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years old.

Security

We take reasonable measures to protect stored information. However, no transmission or storage system is completely secure.

Your Rights

Depending on your region, you may have rights to:

• Access stored information

• Request deletion of data

• Withdraw permissions (Location, Sensors)

Permissions can be changed anytime in:

Settings → Privacy → Location Services

Third-Party Services

SolarForecast may use:

• Apple WeatherKit

• Apple Location Services

Use of these services is governed by Apple's privacy policies.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page.

Contact

If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy, contact:

Email:
SolarForecast@icloud.com

or

Developer:
Patrick / SolarForecast

By using SolarForecast, you agree to this Privacy Policy.