Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Taxi Drivers Notes ("App") collects, uses, stores, and protects user information. This policy applies to all users of the App and is intended to comply with applicable privacy laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA), and Google Play User Data policies.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Account Information

The App allows users to sign in using Google Sign-In and Firebase Authentication.

When signing in, we may receive:

• Email address
• Google Account unique identifier
• Display name
• Profile photo URL (if provided by Google)

This information is used to:

• Authenticate users
• Create and manage accounts
• Restore user access
• Synchronize data across devices
• Provide subscription-related functionality
• Provide cloud-based features

We do not collect or store user passwords. Authentication is handled by Google and Firebase Authentication.

Users may use the App without creating an account. Google Sign-In and Firebase Authentication are optional and are only required for cloud synchronization features such as saving trips, mileage records, and receipt images to the cloud.

1.2 Location Information

The App collects and processes precise location, approximate location, and background location data to provide core functionality for rideshare and taxi drivers.

Location data may include:

• Approximate location
• Precise location
• Background location while trips are active

Location information is used for:

• Mileage tracking
• Trip tracking
• Trip history
• Driving statistics
• Demand analysis
• Heat map generation
• Identifying high-demand areas
• Route-related calculations
• Providing driving insights and reports

Background location access is used only to continue trip and mileage tracking while the App is running in the background.

Location permissions may be revoked at any time through device settings. Certain features may not function correctly if location access is disabled.

1.3 Camera and Receipt Images

The App may access the device camera to allow users to photograph fuel receipts and other business-related expense documents.

Images captured through the App are used solely for:

• Expense tracking
• Receipt management
• Business record keeping
• Mileage reporting
• Tax reporting support

Receipt images are currently stored locally on the user's device. The App does not upload receipt images to our servers and does not share them with third parties.

The App does not access the camera without direct user interaction and does not use camera data for advertising purposes.

1.4 Automatically Collected Information

• Device type
• Device model
• Operating system version
• App version
• Language settings
• IP address
• Device identifiers
• Crash reports
• Diagnostic information
• Usage analytics

2. How We Use Information

• Provide App functionality
• Authenticate users
• Synchronize cloud data
• Track trips and mileage
• Analyze driving activity
• Generate heat maps and demand predictions
• Improve App performance
• Diagnose technical issues
• Provide customer support
• Prevent abuse and fraud
• Maintain security
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Data Storage

Trip data, mileage records, user settings, and receipt images may be stored locally on the user's device.

Account-related information and cloud-synchronized data may be stored using Firebase services when cloud functionality is enabled.

Receipt images are currently stored only on the user's device and are not uploaded to cloud services.

4. Cloud Services

The App uses Google Firebase services, including:

• Firebase Authentication
• Firebase Cloud Firestore
• Firebase Analytics
• Firebase Crashlytics

5. Third-Party Services

• Google Play Services
• Google Sign-In
• Firebase Authentication
• Firebase Cloud Firestore
• Firebase Analytics
• Firebase Crashlytics
• Google AdMob
• Google Maps Platform

6. Sharing of Information

We may share information:

• With service providers that help operate the App
• When required by law
• To protect legal rights, security, and safety
• During a merger, acquisition, or business transfer

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

7. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

• User consent
• Performance of a contract
• Legitimate interests
• Compliance with legal obligations

8. Data Retention

We retain information only as long as necessary to provide requested services, maintain App functionality, resolve disputes, enforce agreements, and comply with legal obligations.

9. Account Deletion

Users can request deletion of their account and associated data at any time by visiting: https://taxidriversnotes.com/delete-account.html or by contacting support at support@taxidriversnotes.com. We process verified deletion requests within 30 days.

When an account deletion request is processed:

• Firebase Authentication account information is removed
• Associated cloud-stored user data is deleted or anonymized
• Access to cloud features is revoked

10. Your Rights

10.1 GDPR Rights

• Access personal data
• Correct inaccurate information
• Request deletion
• Restrict processing
• Object to processing
• Data portability
• Withdraw consent
• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

10.2 California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

• Know what personal information is collected
• Request deletion
• Request correction
• Request access
• Limit certain uses of personal information
• Receive equal service regardless of exercising privacy rights

We have not sold personal information during the previous 12 months.

11. Exercising Your Rights

To submit a privacy-related request, contact: support@taxidriversnotes.com

12. Data Security

• Encrypted communications
• Secure cloud infrastructure
• Access controls
• Authentication mechanisms
• Regular security updates

13. Children's Privacy

The App is not intended for children under 13 years of age (or under 16 where required by local law).

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available through the App and on our website.

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

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Email: support@taxidriversnotes.com