TROPIC LIGHTNING OHANA PRIVACY POLICY

Tropic Lightning Ohana Application

Track events, teams, and results

TEAM LEADERBOARD

#1

Alpha Company

5 EVENTS | AVG: 425.8 PTS

2129.0

TOTAL POINTS

#2

Bravo Company

5 EVENTS | AVG: 398.4 PTS

1992.0

TOTAL POINTS

#3

Charlie Company

4 EVENTS | AVG: 412.5 PTS

1650.0

TOTAL POINTS

#4

Delta Company

4 EVENTS | AVG: 385.0 PTS

1540.0

TOTAL POINTS

#5

Echo Company

3 EVENTS | AVG: 395.0 PTS

1185.0

TOTAL POINTS

 

Effective Date: 12 February 2026 Last Updated: 12 February 2026

This is an official U.S. Army mobile application and is provided as a public service by the U.S. Army. This App is developed and maintained by the 25th Infantry Division and is intended exclusively for use by Soldiers, Army Civilians, and their Families.

Privacy Act Statement

If you choose to provide us with personal information—such as filling out a registration form, RSVP, or contact form with email and/or postal addresses—we only use that information to respond to your message or request and to provide you with event-related communications.

This application does not collect information, maintain files on any individual, or create any system of records making it subject to the Privacy Act of 1974 as amended, 5 USC 552a, and 42 USC 2000ee-1, as implemented by 32 CFR 310, DODI 5400.11, and DoD 5400.11-R.

We will only share the information you give us with another government agency if your inquiry relates to that agency, or as otherwise required by law. We never create individual profiles or give your information to any private organizations. This App never collects information for commercial marketing.

Important: While you must provide an email address for certain App features, we recommend that you NOT include any other personal information, especially Social Security numbers.

App Purpose and Intended Users

Purpose

The App provides timely information regarding unit organizational day activities, including:

  • Event dates and times
  • Event locations and venues
  • Activity schedules and descriptions
  • Related announcements and updates

Intended Users

This App is specifically designed for:

  • Active Duty Soldiers
  • Army Reserve Soldiers
  • Army National Guard Soldiers
  • Army Civilian employees
  • Family members of the above personnel
  • Other authorized personnel as designated by unit leadership

This App is not intended for use by the general public.

Data Collection and Use

Data Shared with Third Parties: No data is shared with third parties for commercial or marketing purposes.

If the App collects data, it is used solely for authorized purposes. Except for authorized law enforcement investigations, no other attempts are made to identify individual users or their usage habits. Raw data logs are used for no other purposes and are scheduled for regular destruction in accordance with National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) General Schedule 20 guidelines.

Security

For security purposes, and to ensure that this service remains available to all users, this government application employs software programs to monitor network traffic to identify unauthorized attempts to upload or change information or otherwise cause damage.

Security Practices:

Encryption in Transit All data transmitted between the App and our servers is encrypted using TLS/SSL protocols
Encryption at Rest Stored data is encrypted using industry-standard encryption
Access Controls Data access is limited to authorized personnel on a need-to-know basis
DoD Compliance Adherence to applicable Department of Defense cybersecurity requirements

Use of Cookies and Tracking Technologies

This App does not use cookies. We place no tracking information on your device, nor do we attempt to read information that may have been stored on your device by others.

Unauthorized Access Prohibited

Unauthorized attempts to upload information or change information on this service are strictly prohibited and may be punishable under:

  • Computer Fraud and Abuse Act of 1986
  • Identity Theft Enforcement and Restitution Act of 2008
  • National Information Infrastructure Protection Act

Data Retention and Deletion

Retention Period

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, and meet Army records management requirements. Data is scheduled for regular destruction in accordance with National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) guidelines.

Data Deletion

You have the right to request deletion of your data.

  • If the App includes account creation, you can delete your account directly within the App
  • You may request data deletion by contacting us (see Contact Information below)
  • Upon verified request, we will delete your personal data within 30 days, except where retention is required by law

Your Rights and Choices

RightDescription
AccessRequest a copy of personal data we hold about you
CorrectionRequest correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
DeletionRequest deletion of your personal data
Opt-Out of NotificationsDisable push notifications via device or in-app settings
Location ServicesEnable or disable location access via device settings

Additional Privacy Rights

California Residents (CCPA Rights)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information is collected and the right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights.

European Users (GDPR Rights)

If you are located in the European Economic Area, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

Third-Party Services and SDKs

This App does not use any third-party software development kits (SDKs) or services.

Children's Privacy

This App is not intended for use by children under the age of 13.

  • We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13
  • If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately
  • Upon verification, we will promptly delete such information

Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. When we make material changes:

  • We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
  • We will notify you through the App or via email (if provided)
  • Your continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy

Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:

Lightning Labs, 25th Infantry Division

Privacy Point of Contact Address:
1566 Trimble Rd Bldg 584, Schofield Barracks, HI 96787

Email: lightninglabs25th@army.mil

Phone: (808) 787-5579

Response Time: We will respond to verified requests within 30 days.

For general Army privacy inquiries:

U.S. Army Privacy Office
Website: https://www.army.mil/privacy

Legal Basis and Compliance

Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by applicable federal laws, regulations, and Department of Defense and Army policies, including:

  • Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. § 552a)
  • DoD Directive 5400.11 (DoD Privacy and Civil Liberties Programs)
  • Computer Fraud and Abuse Act of 1986
  • Identity Theft Enforcement and Restitution Act of 2008
  • National Information Infrastructure Protection Act
  • Applicable state privacy laws (including CCPA)
  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where applicable

App Store Compliance

This App complies with:

  • Apple App Store Review Guidelines (Section 5.1 - Privacy)
  • Google Play Developer Program Policies (User Data Policy)

Data Safety Summary

CategoryCollectedSharedPurpose
Contact Info (Name, Email)OptionalNoAccount, Communication
Identifiers (User ID)[Yes/No]NoApp Functionality
Usage Data[Yes/No]NoAnalytics
Diagnostics[Yes/No]NoApp Performance

Security Practices:

  • Data is encrypted in transit
  • Data is encrypted at rest
  • Users can request data deletion
  • Data is not shared with third parties for advertising
  • Data is not used for tracking

This App is an official U.S. Army application intended exclusively for Soldiers and their Families.

Unauthorized use is prohibited.

See also: Army Privacy Policy