Privacy Policy for OctoDash
Last updated: October 24, 2025
Introduction
OctoDash ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information in our mobile application.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- API Key: Your Octopus Energy API key (stored locally on your device only)
- Account Number: Your Octopus Energy account number (optional, stored locally)
- MPAN and Serial Number: Your electricity meter details (stored locally)
- Region Selection: Your UK region for tariff calculations (stored locally)
- App Preferences: Theme settings and other app preferences (stored locally)
Automatically Collected Information
- Device Information: We do not collect device information
- Usage Analytics: We do not collect usage analytics
- Location Data: We do not collect or use location data
How We Use Your Information
All information you provide is:
- Stored locally on your device only
- Used exclusively to communicate with Octopus Energy's API on your behalf
- Never transmitted to our servers (we don't have any servers)
- Never shared with third parties except as required for app functionality
Third-Party Services
Octopus Energy API
- Your API key is used to fetch tariff rates and usage data directly from Octopus Energy
- All API communications are encrypted (HTTPS)
- We only request data you explicitly authorize
Google AdMob
- OctoDash displays advertisements via Google AdMob
- AdMob may collect information for ad personalization
- See Google's Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
- You can opt out of personalized ads in your device settings
Data Storage
- All user data is stored locally using Android's SharedPreferences/iOS Keychain
- No data is transmitted to external servers owned or operated by OctoDash
- API communications go directly from your device to Octopus Energy's servers
Data Security
- Your API key is stored securely on your device
- All communications with Octopus Energy use HTTPS encryption
- We do not have access to your data
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access: View all data stored in the app via the Settings screen
- Delete: Clear all data using the "Reset App" button in Settings
- Control: Manage what data you provide to the app
Children's Privacy
OctoDash is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted in this document with an updated "Last updated" date.
Data Deletion
To delete all data associated with OctoDash:
- Open the app
- Go to Settings
- Scroll to "Danger Zone"
- Tap "Reset App"
Alternatively, uninstalling the app will permanently delete all locally stored data.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: support@octodash.co.uk
Third-Party Links
This Privacy Policy applies only to OctoDash. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of:
Compliance
OctoDash complies with:
- UK Data Protection Act 2018
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
- Google Play Store policies
Summary: OctoDash stores all your data locally on your device. We don't collect, transmit, or store your data on any servers. Your API key is only used to communicate directly with Octopus Energy's API. Ads are served by Google AdMob which may collect data as per Google's privacy policy.