What we collect
Nothing. We do not collect, transmit, store, or have access to any of your personal data or location history.
Here is what is stored — and where it lives:
- On your device and your iCloud: GPS coordinates collected through iOS significant location changes, timestamps of readings, daily Florida / non-Florida determinations, any manual overrides or notes you add, and your residency target preference.
- On Southbound servers: None, because there are no Southbound servers.
How location works
Southbound uses iOS location services to determine whether you are in Florida. Specifically:
- Significant location changes — iOS notifies the app when you move a meaningful distance (typically a cell-tower crossing). It is battery-efficient and does not continuously poll GPS.
- Region monitoring — a coarse geofence around the state of Florida to detect entry and exit events.
The "Always" location permission is required for background detection to work. Without it, the app can only check your location while open. All location processing happens entirely on your device.
iCloud backup
Southbound uses Apple's CloudKit to back up your residency data to your personal iCloud account. That backup travels directly from your device to Apple's iCloud infrastructure. Southbound does not operate any intermediate servers and has no access to your iCloud data. It is governed by Apple's Privacy Policy and your iCloud account settings.
You can disable iCloud sync for Southbound at any time: Settings > [Your Name] > iCloud > Apps Using iCloud.
Sharing
We do not share your data with anyone because we do not have access to it. When you use the export feature, you control where that file goes — email, AirDrop, Files, anywhere. We are not involved in that transfer.
Export & deletion
You can export your residency records as a CSV file at any time from the Settings screen. The export includes dates, Florida status, GPS coordinates, and accuracy data. It is generated locally and shared via the iOS share sheet.
You can delete all recorded data from Settings > Reset All Data. Uninstalling the app removes all local data; iCloud-synced data can be managed through your Apple ID settings. Since we never receive your data, there is nothing on our end to delete.
Third-party services
Southbound does not integrate with any third-party analytics, advertising, or tracking services. The app uses Apple's CloudKit for iCloud backup. During early access, the app is distributed via Apple TestFlight, which may collect crash reports and usage statistics as part of Apple's testing infrastructure. Both are governed by Apple's Privacy Policy.
Children
Southbound is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children — and since we collect no data at all, this is inherent.
Changes to this policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date above. Since we do not collect email addresses or contact information, we cannot notify you directly.
Contact
Questions about privacy or how Southbound handles your data? Email hello@getsouthbound.com.
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