1. The Information We Collect

We collect information directly from individuals, automatically through the iDrive Platform, and from certain third-party sources. If you choose not to provide certain information, we may be unable to provide some features of the app, such as trip tracking and mileage reporting.

• Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your name, contact information, and other details, such as your vehicle registration.
• Trip Data: We collect trip information including start and stop locations, timestamps, GPS coordinates, distance traveled, trip duration, and inferred trip purpose, either manually entered or recorded automatically when you enable background location services.
• Communications: We may keep a record of communications you send to us through email or within the app.
• Surveys: Occasionally, we may collect feedback via surveys to improve our services.
• Automatically Collected Information: When you enable background location services, we collect data such as device type, operating system, browser information, IP address, mobile carrier, location, and activity logs through cookies and tracking technologies.
• Engagement Data: This includes session duration, in-app navigation, and feature interactions used to personalize the experience and for product improvement.

2. Purposes and Legal Bases for Processing

We use your data for:

• Providing Services – To manage your account and deliver core functionality.
• Personalization – To enhance your user experience and recommend features.
• Marketing and Promotions – To inform you about offers or features (opt-out available).
• Analytics – To understand user behavior and improve the app.
• Compliance and Protection – To comply with legal obligations and prevent misuse.

We process your data under the following legal bases (where applicable):

• Your consent (e.g., for location tracking when you enable "Always Allow")
• Contractual necessity (to provide the mileage tracking services you requested)
• Legitimate business interests (for app improvement and security)
• Legal obligations (to comply with tax and data protection laws)

We process your location data based on your explicit consent (which you provide when enabling location services) and for the performance of our contract with you to provide mileage tracking services.

3. How We Share Your Information

We may share your data in the following ways:

• Service Providers: Trusted third parties that assist with hosting, support, and analytics.
• Business Transfers: In cases of merger, acquisition, or sale.
• Legal Requirements: To comply with laws or protect rights and safety.
• Anonymized Data: Aggregated or anonymized data may be shared for research or statistical purposes.

4. Sub-processors

We use the following key sub-processors to deliver our services:

• Apple: App distribution and in-app payments (iOS only)
• Supabase: Secure database hosting and user authentication

We may update this list periodically. You may contact us for the complete and current list of sub-processors.

5. Cookies, Pixels and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Understand user behavior
• Deliver personalized experiences
• Improve platform performance

You may manage cookies through your device or browser settings.

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We encourage users to safeguard account credentials and practice good data hygiene.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access and correct your personal data
• Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
• Object to processing in certain circumstances
• Withdraw consent (where applicable)

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information as long as your account remains active or as needed to provide services. If you request deletion, we will permanently remove your data unless retention is required by law.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make material changes, we will notify you through the app or email. Continued use of the iDrive Platform after such updates constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

10. Disclaimer

This Privacy Policy is for informational purposes and is not intended to create a binding or enforceable agreement unless expressly incorporated into our Terms of Service. It is your responsibility to review this policy periodically for updates.

11. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers in compliance with applicable data protection laws.