Built for the signal,
not the noise
App development for small scale solutions.
dBdB is a small app development company. We build small, focused apps for niche communities that big tech overlooks. Our aviation apps are built specifically for the mechanics, pilots and firefighters who keep remarkable aircraft flying. Our outdoor apps bring people together around shared experiences. All of our apps have a fundraising element for causes that matter. Every app we build is private, simple, and trustworthy — no accounts, no data collection, no noise. Just signal. And when you use a dBdB app, you're part of something bigger. Proceeds from our aviation apps go directly to organizations supporting wildland firefighters and their families. Proceeds from our recreation apps go directly to organizations supporting other good causes. Built for the signal, not the noise.
dBdB Privacy Policy
Effective Date: June 2026At dBdB we believe your privacy is fundamental. Our apps are built from the ground up with that in mind.What We Collect
Nothing. dBdB apps collect no personal information, no usage data, and no location data.Accounts
No account is required to use any dBdB app. We do not offer accounts and have no login system.Data Storage
All app functions run entirely on your device. No data is sent to external servers because there are no external servers.Third Parties
We do not share data with third parties because we do not collect data to share.Children's Privacy
Because we collect no data whatsoever our apps are safe for users of all ages.Contact
If you have any questions about this policy please contact us at [email protected]
dBdB Terms of Use
Effective Date: July 2026These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the mobile applications developed and published by dBdB ("we," "us," "our"), including but not limited to the Fire Size Estimator, the Cycling Grade Tracker, and any other current or future apps published under the dBdB name (collectively, the "Apps"). By downloading, installing, or using any of the Apps, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use the Apps.1. Who We AredBdB is a single-member LLC based in Idaho, developing niche applications across two categories: Fire and Aviation and Outdoor Recreation. A portion of proceeds from our Aviation apps supports wildland firefighter causes; proceeds from our Outdoor Recreation apps support other charitable causes, consistent with our mission: "Built for the signal, not the noise."2. License to UseSubject to these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use the Apps on devices you own or control, for your personal, non-commercial use, unless a separate written agreement between you and dBdB states otherwise (for example, an organizational or agency deployment).3. Decision-Support Tools, Not Operational AuthorityThe Apps are designed as decision-support and reference tools only. They are not certified for operational, regulatory, safety-of-life, or flight-critical use, and are not a substitute for official manuals, checklists, training, or the judgment of qualified personnel. Where an App references or reproduces figures from third-party technical sources (such as aircraft publications or weather data providers), that information is provided for reference purposes and may not reflect the most current revision. Always verify against current official sources before relying on any information for operational decisions.4. No WarrantyThe Apps are provided "as is" and "as available," without warranties of any kind, whether express, implied, or statutory, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. We do not warrant that the Apps will be error-free, uninterrupted, or that any calculation, estimate, or output will be accurate or complete.5. Limitation of LiabilityTo the fullest extent permitted by law, dBdB and its owner shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of data, revenue, or profits, arising out of or related to your use of, or inability to use, the Apps — including any reliance on estimates, calculations, or reference information provided by the Apps. Use of the Apps in operational, professional, or safety-related contexts is at your own risk and discretion.6. User-Generated Content and Location DataSome Apps allow you to mark locations, drop pins, or otherwise generate content while using location services. You are responsible for the accuracy and appropriate use of any data you create or export. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for details on how location and other data are collected and used.7. Intellectual PropertyAll content, design, code, and materials within the Apps, excluding third-party data sources properly attributed, are the property of dBdB and are protected by applicable intellectual property laws. You may not copy, modify, reverse-engineer, redistribute, or create derivative works from the Apps except as permitted by applicable law.8. Third-Party Data and ServicesCertain Apps may incorporate or reference third-party data (e.g., weather data, technical publications). We do not control and are not responsible for the accuracy, availability, or continued provision of third-party data sources.9. Changes to the Apps or TermsWe may update, modify, or discontinue any App, or these Terms, at any time. Continued use of an App after changes to these Terms constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.10. TerminationWe may suspend or terminate your access to any App at our discretion, including for violation of these Terms.11. Governing LawThese Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Idaho, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.12. ContactQuestions about these Terms can be sent to [email protected].
Fire Size Estimator
About the Fire Size EstimatorFire Size Estimator is a field tool for quickly estimating wildfire acreage by marking the perimeter of a fire directly on a map — whether you're flying overhead or a firefighter on the ground.How It WorksMark the edge of a fire as you observe it, either by tapping to drop a pin at each point, or by turning on auto-tracking and letting the app record your path as you walk the perimeter. The app connects the marked points into a perimeter and calculates an acreage estimate from the resulting shape. After creating a perimeter the draw feature allows you to draw the actual fires shape on the map. Spot fires can also be drawn as separate shapes.Fire Size Estimator is built as a decision-support tool — a fast way to get a working acreage number in the field — not a replacement for official mapping, GIS analysis, or incident command reporting systems.Who It's ForWildland firefighters, aviation crews, land managers, and anyone who needs a quick, on-the-ground or in-the-air estimate of a fire's size without waiting on formal mapping resources.Built with a PurposeFire Size Estimator is developed by dBdB, an independent app studio built around a simple idea: tools should be built for the signal, not the noise. After Apple's 15% platform fee, the remaining 85% of this app's proceeds are donated to a nonprofit supporting firefighting families. — a nod to the aviation and wildfire community the app is built for.A Note on AccuracyEstimates produced by the app depend on the accuracy of GPS positioning and the points marked by the user. Always cross-check estimates against official sources before using them for operational or reporting decisions.---
Fire Size Estimator is developed and maintained by dBdB. See our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy for more information.
Additional apps are on the way.