1. Information We Collect and Its Purpose
On Squawk7700.com, we collect and publish publicly available ADS-B data related to aircraft squawk codes (emergency codes such as 7700, 7600, 7500). This data is anonymized and does not identify any individual person.
In addition to this public ADS-B data, we may automatically collect the following information to provide and improve our service:
- Access Logs: We collect information such as IP address, browser type, access date and time, and pages viewed. This data is used to analyze server operations, detect unauthorized access, and improve the website’s performance and security.
- Cookies: We use cookies to enhance the usability of the site. These cookies are not used to identify specific individuals. You may refuse to accept cookies via browser settings, but note that some features of the site may not work properly without them.
- Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to understand how users interact with our site. Google Analytics deploys cookies to track user visit patterns, but the data collected does not include personal identifiers. For details, see: Google Analytics Policies .
2. Use of Information
We use the collected information to:
- Operate and maintain the site;
- Improve the performance, usability, and security of the site;
- Understand usage patterns and user behavior through analytics;
- Detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent or malicious activity;
- Communicate with you, when necessary, for support or administrative purposes.
3. Sharing of Information with Third Parties
We do not share access logs, cookies, or analytics data with third parties except in the following cases:
- When we have your explicit consent;
- When required by law—for example, to comply with legal processes or governmental requests;
- With trusted service providers who assist us in operating the site, under confidentiality obligations.
4. Data Storage, Security, and Retention
We take appropriate measures, in accordance with Japanese law (including the Act on the Protection of Personal Information), to safeguard the security of the collected data. These measures include technical and organizational safeguards to prevent unauthorized access, loss, alteration, or disclosure.
We retain access logs and analytics data only as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy, and periodically review and delete data that is no longer required.
5. Your Rights
Under Japan’s Act on the Protection of Personal Information, you may have the following rights concerning personal data we collect (if such data qualifies as “personal information” under the law):
- The right to request disclosure of personal information we hold about you;
- The right to request correction, addition, or deletion of inaccurate personal information;
- The right to request cessation of use or deletion of personal information, within limits permitted by law;
- The right to request cessation of third-party provision of personal information, in certain cases.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below. We will respond within a reasonable time frame and in accordance with applicable Japanese law.
6. Children’s Privacy
Our service is available to users of all ages. However, for users under the age of majority in their jurisdiction, please ensure that a parent or legal guardian reviews and consents to this Privacy Policy. We do not knowingly collect sensitive personal information from minors without parental consent.
7. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update or revise this Privacy Policy as necessary to reflect changes in law or our practices. When updates occur, the revised Policy will be posted on this page and become effective immediately.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at:
Squawk7700.com
