Terms of Service

Last Updated: April 6, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Balloon Navigator (“we,” “our,” or “us”). By accessing or using our application (the “App”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree with these Terms, do not use the App or purchase a subscription.

2. Use of the App

2.1. License

Subject to your compliance with these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable license to download and use the App for your purposes.

2.2. Restrictions

You agree not to:

  • Use the App for any illegal purpose or in violation of any laws
  • Modify, adapt, or hack the App or modify another website to falsely imply an association with the App
  • Interfere with or disrupt the integrity or performance of the App
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the App or its systems or networks

2.3. Safety Warning

Balloon Navigator is designed as a navigational aid tool for hot air balloons. It is not intended to replace proper training, experience, or judgment. Always follow proper ballooning safety protocols and guidelines from relevant aviation authorities.

3. User Content and Account

3.1. User Content

The App may allow you to upload, store, or share content (“User Content”). You retain all rights to your User Content.

3.2. Content License

By submitting User Content, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, copy, modify, and display your User Content in connection with the operation of the App.

3.3. Account Security

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account information and password.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

4.1. Ownership

The App, including all designs, text, graphics, pictures, information, data, software, and other files, are the property of Balloon Navigator or its licensors and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

4.2. Feedback

If you provide feedback on the App, you assign to us all rights in the feedback and agree that we can use the feedback without restriction.

5. Disclaimer of Warranties

5.1. AS IS

THE APP IS PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.

5.2. No Guarantee

We do not warrant that the App will be uninterrupted or error-free and that defects will be corrected.

6. Subscriptions and Payment

6.1. Subscription Options

We offer paid subscription plans to access premium features within the App. Details of available subscription plans, including price and billing frequency, are available on dedicated pages.

6.2. Automatic Renewal

All subscription plans automatically renew at the end of each billing period unless cancelled before the renewal date. By subscribing, you authorize us to charge your payment method for the subscription fee on a recurring basis until you cancel.

6.3. Cancellation

You may cancel your subscription at any time through the User Account menu in App. Upon cancellation, your subscription will remain active until the end of your current billing period. We do not provide prorated refunds for unused subscription periods.

6.4. Refund Policy

All subscription payments are non-refundable. We do not provide refunds or credits for partially used subscription periods or for periods during which you did not use the subscription services.

6.5. Price Changes

We reserve the right to change our subscription fees at any time. If we change subscription fees, we will provide notice within the App or by email. Any price changes will apply to the next billing cycle of your subscription.

7. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL WE BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR ACCESS TO OR USE OF THE APP.

8. Modifications to the App and Terms

8.1. App Changes

We reserve the right to modify or discontinue the App or any features at any time without notice.

8.2. Terms Changes

We may revise these Terms at any time by updating this posting. Your continued use of the App after such modifications will constitute your acceptance of such changes.

9. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at [email protected]

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: April 6, 2025

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Balloon Navigator (“we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, and shares information about you when you use our mobile application (the “App”).

2. Information We Collect

2.1. Information You Provide to Us

Account information: When you create an account, we collect your email address and password

Profile information: Any information you add to your profile

User Content: Information you submit through the App, including waypoints, routes, and tracking data

Communications: Information you provide when you contact us for support

2.2. Information We Collect Automatically

Device information: Information about your IP address, device, including model, operating system, and unique device identifiers

Usage information: Information about how you use the App, including features used and actions taken

Location information: With your permission, we collect precise location information to provide navigation services

Log data: Information that your device automatically sends whenever you use the App

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve the App
  • Process and complete transactions
  • Send you technical notices and support messages
  • Respond to your comments and questions
  • Understand how users use our App
  • Develop new products and services
  • Detect and prevent fraud and abuse

4. How We Share Your Information

4.1. With Other Users

Some information may be shared with other users as part of the App’s functionality, such as when you share routes, waypoints or location.

4.2. Service Providers

We may share information with vendors who provide services on our behalf, such as hosting, data analysis, and customer service.

We may disclose information we are required to comply with the law or protect our rights, property, or safety.

5. Data Storage and Security

We use commercially reasonable security measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

6. Your Choices

6.1. Account Information

You can update your account information at any time through the App settings.

6.2. Location Information

You can control the App’s access to your device’s location through your device settings.

7. Data Retention

We store your information for as long as necessary to provide the App and fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make material changes, we will notify you through the App or by other means.

9. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at [email protected]