Privacy Policy

Data Collection & Usage

Effective Date: January 1, 2025

Ground Control is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our flight tracking services.

Personal Data

No personal data is collected besides temporary storage of log files which are kept for less than 30 days for security and operational purposes.

Aircraft Blocking Requests

We do not accept aircraft blocking requests. All data displayed is public information and our feeds remain unfiltered to maintain transparency.

Information We Collect

Our primary source of information is public records and surveillance data. The information we collect is used to provide accurate and up-to-date aircraft tracking services.

ADS-B Signals

Automatic Dependent Surveillance–Broadcast (ADS-B) is a surveillance technology where aircraft determine their position via satellite navigation and periodically broadcast it. This enables tracking by air traffic control and provides situational awareness for collision avoidance.

Public Documents

We access publicly available databases such as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) aircraft registry, which includes aircraft specifications, ownership details, and registration information.

ATC Audio

Air Traffic Control (ATC) audio consists of radio communications between controllers and pilots. In jurisdictions where publicly available, this provides real-time information about flight operations.

ACARS

Aircraft Communications Addressing and Reporting System (ACARS) is a digital datalink system for transmitting short messages between aircraft and ground stations, including flight plans, weather reports, and performance data.

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect the information we collect. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites with separate and independent privacy policies. We have no responsibility or liability for the content and activities of these linked sites.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this privacy policy, please contact us through our contact page.