**Privacy Policy for GmattFleets Driver App**
Effective Date: 12-12-2024
GmattFleets Driver App (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use the GmattFleets Driver App (the “App”). By using the App, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
**1. Information We Collect**
We collect the following types of information from users:
**1.1 Personal Information**
- Name
- Contact details (email address and phone number)
- Driver’s license and vehicle details
**1.2 Location Information**
- **Foreground Location**: We collect your location while the App is in use to provide accurate ride tracking and navigation.
- **Background Location**: With your permission, we collect your location even when the App is not in use to optimize ride allocation and ensure seamless service.
**1.3 Device Information**
- Device model
- Operating system
- App version
- IP address
**1.4 Access Permissions**
- **SMS Access**: To verify your phone number and facilitate communication with passengers.
- **Contacts Access**: To help you connect with emergency contacts or manage referral features (if applicable).
- **Photo and Media Access**: To allow uploading of necessary documents such as driver’s license, vehicle registration, or profile photo.
**2. How We Use Your Information**
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- To verify driver credentials and eligibility.
- To match drivers with passengers and facilitate ride requests.
- To provide real-time navigation and route optimization.
- To send notifications, updates, and important information about the App.
- To ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
- To improve the functionality and user experience of the App.
**3. How We Share Your Information**
We may share your information in the following cases:
- **With Passengers**: To provide them with your name, profile photo, vehicle details, and location during a ride.
- **With Service Providers**: To enable third-party services, such as payment processing and map integration.
- **For Legal Compliance**: When required by law or to protect our legal rights.
- **With Your Consent**: If you agree to share information for promotional purposes or partnerships.
**4. Data Security**
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
**5. Data Retention**
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. Once your data is no longer needed, we will delete or anonymize it.
**6. Your Rights and Choices**
You have the following rights regarding your information:
- **Access and Update**: You can access and update your personal information via the App.
- **Withdraw Consent**: You can revoke your consent for data collection by adjusting the App settings or contacting us. Note that withdrawing consent may limit the App’s functionality.
- **Request Deletion**: You may request the deletion of your personal information, subject to legal or contractual obligations.
**7. Third-Party Services**
The App may integrate with third-party services, such as Firebase, Google Maps, or payment gateways. These services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them.
**8. Changes to This Privacy Policy**
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated Privacy Policy in the App and updating the “Effective Date” at the top.
**9. Contact Us**
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
**Email**: contactfleets@gmail.com
By using the GmattFleets Driver App, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.