fsExplore

1. Introduction

Welcome to fsExplore. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Microsoft Flight Simulator integration system, including our website, WASM module, and Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) application.

By using fsExplore, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

Account Information:

• Username
• Email address
• Password (stored securely using industry-standard hashing)

Usage Data:

• Flight position data (latitude, longitude, altitude) when using live position sharing
• Points of interest you create and share
• GPS tracks you upload
• Scenario configurations you build

Technical Data:

• Browser type and version
• IP address (for security purposes)
• Session information

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for:

• Providing and maintaining the fsExplore service
• Managing your account and authentication
• Enabling real-time position sharing features
• Displaying community-contributed points of interest
• Processing and storing your uploaded tracks and scenarios
• Sending password reset emails when requested
• Improving our services and user experience

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

Public Information: Points of interest, tracks, and scenarios you mark as public will be visible to other users.

Live Position Sharing: When enabled, your flight position is visible to other users on the live map.

We do NOT:

• Sell your personal information to third parties
• Share your email address with other users
• Use your data for advertising purposes

5. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored on secure servers hosted by AlwaysData. We implement appropriate security measures including:

• Password hashing using bcrypt
• HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
• Session-based authentication for web access
• Regular security updates

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Rectification: Update or correct your information
• Erasure: Request deletion of your account and associated data
• Portability: Export your tracks and points of interest

To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@fsexplore.com

7. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active. Upon account deletion:

• Personal data is deleted within 30 days
• Public contributions may be anonymized and retained
• Backup copies are purged within 90 days

8. Third-Party Services

fsExplore uses the following third-party services:

• OpenStreetMap: For map tiles and geographical data
• OpenTopoMap: For topographical map layers
• OpenAIP: For aviation data overlay

Each service has its own privacy policy that governs their use of data.

9. Children's Privacy

fsExplore is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of any significant changes by posting a notice on our website.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

• Email: support@fsexplore.com