Published by Garmin on Jan 16, 2024

Table of Contents:

  1. Delete via Email
  2. Delete on iphone
  3. Delete on android


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Data Garmin ActiveCaptain collects from your device

  1. find accounts on the device
  2. find accounts on the device
  3. read your contacts
  4. approximate location (network-based)
  5. precise location (GPS and network-based)
  6. send SMS messages
  7. directly call phone numbers
  8. read phone status and identity
  9. read the contents of your USB storage
  10. modify or delete the contents of your USB storage
  11. read the contents of your USB storage
  12. modify or delete the contents of your USB storage
  13. take pictures and videos
  14. view Wi-Fi connections
  15. read phone status and identity
  16. view network connections
  17. pair with Bluetooth devices
  18. access Bluetooth settings
  19. change network connectivity
  20. allow Wi-Fi Multicast reception
  21. connect and disconnect from Wi-Fi
  22. full network access
  23. read sync settings
  24. run at startup
  25. control vibration
  26. prevent device from sleeping
  27. toggle sync on and off
  28. receive data from Internet


1. Delete Garmin ActiveCaptain Account through Email

There are 2 methods to get your data (and account) deleted by Garmin ActiveCaptain®:

  1. Under GDPR: EU/UK Residents have the right to ask (via email), an organization that holds data about them to delete it. This is known as the ‘right to erasure’. Organizations have one month to respond to the request.

  2. Under CCPA: California residents have the right to request that a company delete the data/personal information it has on them. A failure to comply with this will result in a fine of upto $7,500.

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Now you understand what the Law says, Send your Request directly to Garmin ActiveCaptain using the form below:




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Chat with our AppContacter AI Support


Alternatively, you can follow these steps below to get Garmin ActiveCaptain to delete your account/data:


  1. To delete your Garmin ActiveCaptain account, contact Garmin ActiveCaptain via email and provide the reasons for your request.
  2. Mention the law under which you make your request (GDPR or CCPA).
  3. Notify Garmin ActiveCaptain of the penalty for non-compliance - A $7,500 fine under CCPA and 4% of annual turnover under GDPR.
  4. Send the email to Android.Dev@redacted... Login to see email.



2. How to Delete Garmin ActiveCaptain on Iphone

  1. On iphone, Goto "Settings "
  2. Click on "General" » "Iphone Storage".
  3. Select the app, and click "Delete Garmin ActiveCaptain®".


3. Delete Garmin ActiveCaptain on Android phone

  1. Go to your Android phone Settings.
  2. Click on "Apps & Games".
  3. Select "Garmin ActiveCaptain®" and Click "Uninstall".



12 details about Garmin ActiveCaptain app

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1. The free ActiveCaptain app creates a powerful connection between your compatible mobile device and Garmin chartplotter, charts, maps and the boating community.

2. Just pair the app with your compatible chartplotter to wirelessly transfer and access charts and maps, software updates, routes, waypoints and helpful feedback from the ActiveCaptain Community.

3. > New Garmin Navionics+™ and premium Garmin Navionics Vision+™ cartography, featuring a Navionics® style appearance, advanced Auto Guidance+™ technology(2) and a one-year subscription to daily updates, is available now for North America and Europe, and coming soon to the rest of the world.

4. - GARMIN QUICKDRAWTM COMMUNITY: Download the latest 1’ HD contour maps shared by your fellow boaters, and sync with your chartplotter.

5. - CONTROL YOUR CHARTPLOTTER: Using the built-in Helm™ feature, the ActiveCaptain app lets you view and control your compatible(4) chartplotter from your smartphone or tablet, even when someone else is at the helm(5).

6. Purchase our newest-generation charts or legacy BlueChart® g3 charts from your mobile device, and upload them to registered Garmin chartplotters on your vessel.

7. You will get exceptional coverage, clarity and detail with charts that feature integrated Garmin and Navionics data and much more.

8. - ACTIVECAPTAIN COMMUNITY: Join a community of boaters to get up-to-date feedback on marinas, boat ramps and other points of interest (POI).

9. - USER DATA SYNC: Automatically back up and sync your data between your chartplotter and the ActiveCaptain app.

10. Please note that this app is intended for Garmin chartplotter owners and is not recommended for use as a stand-alone navigational app.

11. Then, transfer your data to your chartplotter where you can view your routes and waypoints.

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