Terms and Conditions

Last Updated: June 30, 2025

Welcome to Transit-Tracker! Please read these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) carefully before using the Transit-Tracker application (the “App”) operated by Rey Sandu Godakumbura (“Author,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or using the App (whether via web browser, mobile device, or any other means), you (“User,” “you,” or “your”) agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you may not use the App.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By clicking “I agree,” or by installing, accessing, or using the App in any manner, you expressly acknowledge and agree that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms.

2. Eligibility and User Obligations

2.1 Age Requirement

You must be at least 13 years old (or older if local law requires a higher age) to use the App.

2.2 Accurate Information

You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information when prompted.

2.3 Prohibited Conduct

When using the App, you shall not:

3. License Grant and Restrictions

3.1 Limited License

The Author grants you a limited, non-exclusive license to use the App for personal, non-commercial, informational purposes. You may use it to view and calculate transit events (e.g., planes crossing the Moon/Sun, intersecting other aircraft, or casting contrail overlays).

3.2 Restrictions

Except as permitted, you must not:

4. Third-Party Services and Data

The App uses data or code from:

We are not responsible for third-party policy changes or outages.

5. Privacy and User Data

5.1 Location Data

Location data is used only to compute transit predictions. It is not stored or shared externally.

5.2 Credentials

Stored only in your browser's sessionStorage. Not transmitted or logged.

5.3 Local Logs

Flight logs are stored in localStorage on your device only.

5.4 Enhanced Prediction

When enabled (for Sun/Moon transits), the app uses additional trigonometric logic including zenith angle (useZenithLogic), altitude offset (sunMoonHorizontalOffset), and plane distance limit (sunMoonMaxPlaneDistanceKm) to refine accuracy. It may slightly alter computed prediction zones.

6. Intellectual Property

All content and code are © 2025 Rey Sandu Godakumbura. Transit-Tracker™ is a trademark. All rights reserved.

7. Prohibited Uses

8. No Warranty

The App is provided "as is." No guarantees of uninterrupted use or data accuracy.

9. Limitation of Liability

The Author is not liable for any damages resulting from your use of the App.

10. Indemnification

You agree to hold the Author harmless for claims arising from your misuse of the App.

11. Termination

Access may be terminated at any time for violations or technical reasons.

12. Changes to Terms

Terms may be updated. Continued use after the update date implies agreement.

13. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of New South Wales, Australia. Disputes will be resolved in Sydney courts.

14. No Maintenance Guarantee

Use is at your own risk. The Author does not guarantee updates or support.

15. Contact

Rey Sandu Godakumbura
Website: lifebeyondstars.com
Email: admin@lifebeyondstars.com

BY USING THE TRANSIT-TRACKER APP, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THESE TERMS.