Privacy Policy for Turtle Tracer

April 13, 2026 ยท View on GitHub

Last Updated: 2026-04-13

Introduction

Turtle Tracer ("the Application") is an open-source application available as both a desktop version and a web-based browser version. It is designed to visualize and plan autonomous routines for FIRST Tech Challenge. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting it.

This Privacy Policy explains what information the Application collects, how it is used, and your rights regarding your data. By using Turtle Tracer, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Data Collection and Usage

While Turtle Tracer is designed to process your project data locally, we use third-party services to help us improve the application and provide a better user experience.

Local Project Data

Any data you create, import, or save within the Application (such as path files, robot configurations, or telemetry logs) remains on your local machine or within your browser's local storage. We do not have access to your private project files.

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to collect information about how users interact with the Application. This helps us understand usage patterns, identify bugs, and improve performance.

  • Data Collected: This may include anonymized usage data such as page views, button clicks, features used, session duration, and general technical information (e.g., browser type, operating system, and approximate geographic location derived from IP address).
  • Anonymization: We have configured Google Analytics to ensure that your data is anonymized. We do not collect personally identifiable information (PII) such as names, email addresses, or specific street addresses through Google Analytics.
  • Cookies & Local Storage: Google Analytics may use cookies or browser local storage to track user interactions. You can manage or disable these through your browser settings.
  • Privacy Policy: For more information on how Google handles your data, please visit the Google Privacy & Terms page.

Third-Party Services

GitHub Releases (Updates)

The desktop version of the Application uses GitHub Releases to check for and download software updates. When the Application checks for an update, it makes a standard web request to GitHub's servers.

  • Data Involved: GitHub may receive your IP address and other standard request headers as part of this process.
  • Purpose: To provide you with the latest version of the software.
  • Privacy Policy: Please refer to the GitHub Privacy Statement.

General Disclaimer & Catch-all

We strive to implement all reasonable measures to protect your privacy. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure.

This Privacy Policy applies to all current and future versions of Turtle Tracer. We reserve the right to collect additional non-personal technical data as necessary for the operation, security, and maintenance of the Application. If any part of this policy is found to be unenforceable, the remainder of the policy shall remain in full force and effect.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

Contact Us

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