Privacy Policy, Terms & Legal Information

Te Reo Time (“the App”, “we”, “our”, “us”) is an educational app that helps users learn Māori time phrases, maramataka (lunar phases), whakataukī, and daily cultural insights. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Device & App Information

We may collect basic, non-identifying information automatically, such as:

• Device type
• Operating system version
• App version
• Anonymous usage analytics (if enabled)

This information helps improve performance and fix bugs. It is not used to personally identify you.

1.2 Location (Optional)

If you enable location permissions, the App may use:

• Your approximate location to calculate sunrise/sunset times
• Your city/region to show more relevant time information

Location data is only used on your device and is not stored on our servers or shared with third parties.

1.3 No Account Required

Te Reo Time does not require:

• Sign-in or registration
• Email address
• Name or phone number
• Any personally identifying information

We do not maintain user accounts or profiles.

1.4 Photos & Media (If Used)

If a feature allows you to choose images (for example, custom backgrounds), those images stay on your device and are not uploaded to our servers.

2. How We Use Your Data

We only use the minimal data needed to:

• Display Māori time and maramataka information correctly
• Calculate sun and moon information (e.g., sunrise/sunset)
• Improve app stability and performance

We do not sell, trade, or rent your data to anyone.

3. Third-Party Services

The App may connect to certain third-party services, for example:

• Weather or astronomical data providers
• Crash reporting or diagnostics via app stores

These providers may collect anonymous usage data under their own privacy policies. Te Reo Time does not send them any personal information such as your name, email, or address.

4. Data Storage & Security

We do not store your personal data on our own servers. Any settings and preferences are stored locally on your device.

We use standard security practices appropriate for a small, educational app, but no system can be guaranteed 100% secure.

5. Children’s Privacy

Te Reo Time is safe and suitable for all ages. We intentionally do not collect personal information from children or adults. Because we do not collect identifiable data, there is nothing for us to sell, share, or track.

6. Your Choices & Rights

You can:

• Disable location access at any time through your device settings
• Uninstall the app, which removes all locally stored preferences
• Contact us if you have any privacy questions

Since we do not maintain user accounts or central profiles, there is no stored personal data to request, export, or delete.

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. Significant changes may also be highlighted in the app or on the website at https://poole.net.nz/tereotime/.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how Te Reo Time handles information, you can contact:

By downloading or using Te Reo Time, you agree to these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use the app.

1. Purpose of the App

Te Reo Time is an educational tool that provides:

• Māori time expressions
• Maramataka (lunar phase) information
• Whakataukī and other cultural learning content
• Contextual information such as sun and moon positions, where available

The App is intended for learning and cultural engagement. It does not replace professional, legal, navigational, or scientific advice.

2. Licence

You are granted a personal, non-exclusive, non-transferable licence to install and use the App on your devices for non-commercial purposes.

You may not:

• Reverse engineer, decompile, or attempt to extract the source code
• Copy or reuse the app’s content, artwork, or data for commercial products
• Sell, sublicense, or distribute modified versions of the App

3. Acceptable Use

You agree to use the App in a respectful and lawful way, including:

• Respecting Māori language and cultural content presented in the App
• Not misrepresenting the App’s content as official advice from any iwi, hapū, or organisation
• Not using the App for illegal purposes

4. Educational & Cultural Context

Māori language and maramataka knowledge can vary significantly between iwi, hapū, and rohe. The content in Te Reo Time is provided as a learning resource and does not claim to represent all traditions or interpretations.

5. No Warranty

Te Reo Time is provided “as is” without any guarantee or warranty of any kind, whether express or implied. We do not warrant that:

• The app will be error-free or always available
• All data (including time, lunar information, or weather integrations) will be perfectly accurate
• Any third-party services the App relies on will function without interruption

6. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by New Zealand law, Te Reo Time, its developer, and any collaborators are not liable for any:

• Losses or damages arising from using or being unable to use the App
• Consequences of using information from the App for decisions or planning
• Issues arising from third-party service outages or changes

You use the App at your own discretion and risk.

7. Changes, Updates & Availability

We may update, change, suspend, or discontinue parts of the App at any time, including changing features, updating content, or removing legacy versions. We are not obligated to maintain any particular feature or data source.

8. Termination

We may restrict or end your use of the App if we reasonably believe you have breached these Terms, misused the app, or engaged in unlawful activity involving the App.

You may terminate these Terms at any time by uninstalling the App from your devices.

9. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of New Zealand. Any disputes relating to these Terms or your use of the App will be subject to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the New Zealand courts.

10. Contact About These Terms

For questions related to these Terms of Use, you can contact:

1. Cultural Context

Te Reo Time provides educational content based on public knowledge, research, and guidance from Māori language and cultural resources where possible. However:

• Māori language, maramataka, and tikanga vary between iwi, hapū, and rohe
• The App cannot represent every viewpoint, tradition, or variation
• Some phrasing or interpretations may differ from what is used in your local community

For matters where cultural accuracy is critical, we encourage users to seek guidance from local Māori knowledge holders, kaumātua, and iwi/hapū authorities.

2. Educational Use Only

The content in Te Reo Time is provided for:

• Language learning
• Cultural awareness and engagement
• Personal education and interest

It is not intended as:

• Legal advice
• Professional cultural consultancy
• Scientific or navigational authority

3. Accuracy of Data

While we aim for accuracy, certain data (e.g., sun and moon times, weather information, or calculated phases) may depend on third-party data sources and device settings (such as time zone, location, and daylight savings).

We cannot guarantee this information will always be correct, up to date, or suitable for any particular purpose.

4. No Endorsement

References to iwi, hapū, organisations, or external resources do not imply endorsement of the App or its content by those parties, unless explicitly stated.

5. Contact & Corrections

If you are a Māori language expert, cultural practitioner, or community member and you notice something that could be improved, please reach out. We welcome respectful corrections and collaboration.

By using Te Reo Time, you acknowledge that the App is an evolving educational project and may be updated over time as we refine language, content, and cultural guidance.