### Why ANORAC exists
ANORAC was built from seeing the same problem over many years.
People had the forecast in front of them, but still ended up in the wrong place at the wrong time.
In real conditions, that turns into pressure quickly — a tight harbour, wind on the beam, decisions that need to be made properly. That’s where things start to unravel.
The issue isn’t access to data. It’s interpretation — and understanding how that forecast actually plays out in a specific place.
That’s what ANORAC is built to help with.
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### What ANORAC is
ANORAC is built around weather — but it isn’t just a weather app.
It’s a decision aid.
It helps you understand what you’re looking at, so you can make a call with more confidence.
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### What it does
Everything in ANORAC is there for a reason.
It’s built to take a complex situation and make it easier to read.
To bring the right information together, and show you the full picture clearly.
So you know what you’re dealing with before you act.
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### How it fits into what you do
**Plan it**
See what works over the coming days. Compare places, check your limits, and choose the right window before you go.
**Live it**
Understand what’s happening while you’re out there. Clear context so you can make the next call without second-guessing.
**Share it**
Share conditions, plans, and moments with others. Keep everyone on the same page.
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### Local knowledge
Capture and share how places actually behave in real conditions.
Harbours, anchorages, exposure — the details that don’t show up in a forecast.
So instead of starting from scratch, you’re working from real understanding.
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### Who it’s for
- Sailors and skippers
- Outdoor businesses and professionals
- Anyone making decisions around weather
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### What it doesn’t do
ANORAC doesn’t make decisions for you.
It doesn’t tell you where to go.
It doesn’t tell you it’s safe.
It shows you the situation clearly — so you can decide.
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### Important
ANORAC supports planning and decision-making.
It does not replace navigation tools or official forecasts.
Always consult official sources for safety-critical decisions.
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## REVIEW NOTES (FOR GOOGLE PLAY)
ANORAC is a weather-based decision support application.
Core user flow:
1. User opens the app
2. Selects or searches for a location
3. Views interpreted weather signals and context
4. Uses planning tools and saved locations to make decisions
Permissions:
- Location: used only when user selects or saves a location
- Camera: used only when user activates capture
- No background tracking
- No passive data collection
Compliance:
- No safety guarantees
- No misleading claims
- All features listed are implemented