Last updated: March 1, 2026
Information We Collect
Location Data: WaitWise collects your device's location to show you wait times for places near you. Location data is used only to surface relevant nearby places and is never sold to third parties. You can disable location access at any time in your iPhone Settings.
Usage Data: We collect anonymous usage data including wait reports you submit, places you view, and app interactions. This data is used to improve the accuracy of wait time estimates and the overall app experience.
Account Information: If you choose to create an account, we collect your email address to save your stats and reports across devices. Account creation is optional — you can use WaitWise as a guest at any time.
How We Use Your Information
We may use the information we collect from you for various purposes, including:
-Show you real-time wait times for places near you.
-Improve the accuracy of wait time estimates
-Track your personal impact stats and achievements
-Send you nearby wait alerts if you enable notifications
Information We Share
We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share anonymous, aggregated data (such as average wait times at a location) to improve the app and potentially partner with universities and businesses.
Third-Party Disclosure
We use the following third-party services: - Supabase — database and authentication - Google Places API — location and place data - Expo — app infrastructure
Data Retention
Wait reports are stored to calculate historical averages and improve estimates. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us at the email below.
Children's Privacy
WaitWise is rated 13+ and is suitable for all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent.
Cookies
Our website may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and collect information about how you interact with our site. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent, but some features of the site may not function properly without cookies.
Changes to this Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or change this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the effective date will be updated accordingly. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any updates.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact us at team.waitwise@gmail.com