WorldPulse

Last updated: April 1, 2026

Summary of Key Points

1. What Information Do We Collect?

Data Collected Automatically

• Device ID — Used by RevenueCat to identify your device for subscription management.
• User ID — A RevenueCat-assigned identifier to link your account with your subscription status.
• Purchase & Subscription History — Records of your WorldPulse Pro subscription (Weekly, Monthly, or Yearly), processed via Apple App Store and RevenueCat.
• Product Interaction Data — Anonymized data about how you use the app (e.g., map interactions, category filters selected, feature usage) to improve the platform.
• Crash & Performance Data — Technical diagnostics including crash logs, launch times, and performance metrics to ensure app stability.
• IP Address & Device Type — Standard technical data transmitted when connecting to external data APIs (USGS, NASA, GDACS, BBC).

Data You Provide

• WorldPulse does not currently require account registration or login.
• If you contact our support team, we may collect your email address and the content of your message solely to respond to your inquiry.

Location Data

Payment Information

All payments are processed directly through the Apple App Store. We do not have access to your payment card details, bank information, or billing address. RevenueCat receives only confirmation of your subscription status.

2. Event Categories We Monitor

WorldPulse aggregates data from trusted public sources across 8 real-time event categories:

This data originates from public APIs (USGS, NASA EONET, GDACS, ReliefWeb, BBC) and does not involve collection of your personal information.

3. How Do We Use Your Information?

• To verify and manage your WorldPulse Pro subscription status
• To unlock premium features (Conflicts, Unrest, ReliefWeb reports) for Pro subscribers
• To improve app performance and fix technical issues
• To analyze aggregate usage patterns and plan new features
• To respond to customer support inquiries
• To comply with legal obligations

4. Third-Party Services

We use the following trusted third-party services that may process data on our behalf:

• RevenueCat — Subscription and in-app purchase management. Collects Device ID, User ID, and purchase history. RevenueCat Privacy Policy →
• Apple App Store — Payment processing and subscription verification.
• USGS Earthquake Hazards Program — Public seismic data API.
• NASA EONET — Natural event tracking API (wildfires, etc.).
• GDACS — Global disaster alerting data (floods, etc.).
• ReliefWeb (UN) — Humanitarian intelligence reports (Pro only).
• BBC World News — Breaking news feed.

We do not integrate advertising networks, analytics SDKs that track users across apps, or data brokers.

5. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Turkey, we process your data based on:

• Performance of a contract — To deliver your WorldPulse Pro subscription
• Legitimate interests — To improve app stability and performance
• Legal obligations — To comply with applicable laws
• Your consent — Where explicitly required

6. When Do We Share Your Information?

We do not sell your personal data. We may share data only in these limited circumstances:

• Service providers — RevenueCat, as described above, to manage subscriptions
• Legal requirements — When required by law, court order, or governmental authority
• Business transfers — In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• Fraud prevention — To detect and prevent fraudulent transactions

7. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary to provide our services or as required by law. Subscription records managed by RevenueCat are retained in accordance with their data retention policy. Anonymized usage and diagnostic data may be retained for up to 12 months.

8. How Do We Keep Your Information Safe?

We implement industry-standard security measures including encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS), access controls, and regular security reviews. However, no system is completely secure and we cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.

9. Do We Collect Data from Minors?

WorldPulse is not directed at children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe a minor has provided us with personal data, please contact us and we will take steps to delete such information.

10. Your Privacy Rights

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

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Data portability (receive your data in a structured format)
• Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority

11. Data Deletion

To request deletion of your data, please contact us at the email address below. We will process your request within 30 days. Note that some data may need to be retained for legal compliance purposes.

12. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The WorldPulse mobile app does not use browser cookies. Standard mobile identifiers (Device ID) are used solely for subscription management as described above. We do not use cross-app tracking technologies or advertising identifiers (IDFA) for ad targeting.

13. Do-Not-Track

As WorldPulse does not engage in cross-site tracking, Do-Not-Track signals are not applicable to our services.

14. US Privacy Rights

If you are a US resident, you may request access, correction, or deletion of your personal data by contacting us. We do not sell personal information as defined under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) or similar state laws.

15. Updates to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this document. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

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