Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how General Aviation Logbook (GALogbook) (“we,” “us,” “our”) collects, uses, and shares information when you use galogbook.com and our related mobile scanning application (the “Service”).

By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

Account information: information you provide to create and manage your account (for example, email address and login credentials).
Aircraft information: aircraft identifiers you provide (for example, registration numbers) and related metadata you submit.
Uploaded content: documents you upload (for example, scanned logbook pages, PDFs, and any notes/descriptions you enter).
Device & technical data: IP address, device identifiers, browser type, app version, operating system, and diagnostic information needed to operate and secure the Service.
Cookies & similar technologies: functional cookies used for login/session management and basic site operation.

Mobile app permissions (scanner app):
The mobile scanner may request access to your device camera and files/storage to capture and upload documents you choose. We do not access your camera roll or files unless you initiate a scan or select a file for upload.

How We Use Information

We use information we collect to:

Provide, operate, and maintain the Service (including storing and organizing your aircraft records and uploads).
Authenticate users and protect accounts (fraud prevention, security monitoring, and abuse detection).
Process uploads and display records back to you.
Respond to support requests and communicate about service-related issues.
Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service.

How We Share Information

We do not sell your personal information. We share information only as described below:

Service providers: we may share information with vendors who help us operate the Service (for example, hosting, storage, email delivery, and security services). They may access information only to perform services for us and are expected to protect it.
Legal requirements: we may disclose information if required by law, regulation, legal process, or lawful request.
Protection of rights: we may disclose information to investigate, prevent, or take action regarding suspected fraud, abuse, or security issues.

Data Retention

We keep account information and uploaded content for as long as necessary to provide the Service, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.

You may request deletion of your account and associated data (see “Your Choices & Account Deletion” below).

Your Choices & Account Deletion

Access & updates: you can update certain account information through your account settings (where available).
Deletion: you can request account deletion and deletion of associated data by following the instructions on our account deletion page.

Account deletion:
See /delete-account for instructions to delete your account and associated data.

Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect information. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies primarily for essential functions such as maintaining sessions and security. We do not use third-party advertising cookies.

Children’s Privacy

The Service is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us personal information, contact us so we can delete it.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post the updated policy on this page and update the effective date. Continued use of the Service after changes means you accept the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, contact us at:
Email: support@galogbook.com