Privacy Policy for Odometer

Introduction

Odometer ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use the Odometer mobile application (the "App").

Developer Information

Developer: Matves
App Name: Odometer
Platform: Android (iOS version coming soon)
Contact: support@odometr.app

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

When you use Odometer, you may provide the following information:

Account Information

When you sign in using one of our supported authentication methods (Google Sign-In or Apple Sign-In), we collect the following information from your account:

• Name: Your display name from your authentication provider
• Email Address: Your email address associated with your account
• Profile Picture: Your account profile picture (if available)
• Account Identifier: A unique identifier to link your account

This information is used solely for authentication purposes and to personalize your experience within the App. We do not access any other data from your authentication provider.

Vehicle and Maintenance Data

The following information is stored locally on your device:

• Vehicle Information: Make, model, year, VIN, license plate, mileage, and other vehicle details
• Maintenance Records: Service history, repairs, costs, dates, and notes
• Photos and Attachments: Images of your vehicle, receipts, documents, and other files you choose to attach
• Equipment Information: Details about vehicle equipment and accessories
• Reminder Data: Maintenance reminders and notification preferences
• Location Data: If you choose to enable location services, we may collect location information for mileage tracking or other features

Automatically Collected Information

• Crash and Error Reports: We use Sentry, a third-party service, to collect crash reports and error logs to help us improve app stability and performance. This may include device information, operating system version, app version, and technical error details. No personally identifiable information is intentionally included in these reports.
• Analytics Data: We use Firebase Analytics to collect anonymous usage data to help us understand how users interact with the App and improve the user experience. This may include app opens, screen views, feature usage, device type, and general location (country/region). This data is anonymized and cannot be used to identify individual users. Analytics collection is required for app operation and cannot be disabled.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected to:

• Provide and maintain the App's functionality
• Track and manage your vehicle maintenance history
• Send you maintenance reminders via local notifications
• Improve app performance and fix bugs
• Develop new features and enhancements
• Authenticate your identity when you sign in
• Personalize your experience (e.g., displaying your name and profile picture)
• Analyze anonymous usage patterns to improve the App

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your information based on the following legal grounds:

• Contract Performance: Authentication is required to use the App and provide you with our services
• Legitimate Interest: We collect crash reports and analytics data to maintain, improve, and secure the App

Data Storage and Security

Local Storage

Your vehicle and maintenance data is stored locally on your device. We do not store your vehicle information, maintenance records, photos, or other app data on our servers or in the cloud. This data remains on your device and under your control.

Account Data

Your basic account information (name, email, profile picture) is stored securely on Appwrite, our backend service provider, to enable authentication and personalize your experience. This account data is separate from your vehicle and maintenance data, which remains stored locally on your device.

Third-Party Services

Appwrite: We use Appwrite as our backend service to store your account information and manage authentication. Your account data (name, email, profile picture) is stored on Appwrite's servers located in Frankfurt, Germany (EU). You can review Appwrite's privacy policy at https://appwrite.io/privacy

Google Sign-In: If you choose to sign in with Google, your authentication is processed through Google's OAuth 2.0 service via Appwrite. Google may collect information in accordance with their privacy practices. You can review Google's privacy policy at https://policies.google.com/privacy

Apple Sign-In: If you choose to sign in with Apple, your authentication is processed through Apple's Sign in with Apple service via Appwrite. Apple may collect information in accordance with their privacy practices. You can review Apple's privacy policy at https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy/

Sentry: We use Sentry for crash reporting and error monitoring. Sentry may collect technical information about crashes and errors. You can review Sentry's privacy policy at https://sentry.io/privacy/

Firebase Analytics: We use Firebase Analytics to collect anonymous usage statistics. Firebase is a Google service and data is processed in accordance with Google's privacy practices. You can review Google's privacy policy at https://policies.google.com/privacy

Future Features

We are actively developing additional features for Odometer, which may include:

• Cloud Backup and Sync: Optional cloud storage to backup your data and sync across multiple devices
• Third-Party Integrations: Integration with automotive services or data providers

When these features become available, we will update this Privacy Policy and notify you accordingly. These features will be optional, and you will have control over whether to use them.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

We may share information only in the following circumstances:

• With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share specific information
• Service Providers: With third-party service providers (like Appwrite for backend services, Google for authentication and analytics, and Sentry for crash reporting) who assist us in operating the App, subject to confidentiality obligations
• Legal Requirements: If required by law, court order, or governmental authority
• Safety and Security: To protect the rights, property, or safety of Odometer, our users, or others

Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your data:

• Access: You can access all your data directly within the App
• Deletion: You can delete individual records or all local data through the App's settings, or by uninstalling the App. To request deletion of your account data from our servers, contact us at support@odometr.app
• Export: You can export your data through the App's export functionality
• Opt-Out: You can disable crash reporting or notifications in the App's settings
• Location Services: You can enable or disable location services through your device settings
• Account Management: You can sign out at any time through the App's settings. You can also revoke Odometer's access through your authentication provider's settings (Google: https://myaccount.google.com/permissions, Apple: Settings > Apple ID > Password & Security > Apps Using Apple ID)

Children's Privacy

Odometer is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

International Users

If you are accessing the App from outside your country of residence, please note that your information may be processed in different jurisdictions. By using the App, you consent to the transfer and processing of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Displaying a prominent notice within the App
• Sending you a notification (if you have enabled notifications)

Your continued use of the App after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

Data Retention

Your vehicle and maintenance data is stored locally on your device, giving you complete control over its retention. This data will remain on your device until you choose to delete it or uninstall the App.

Your account information is retained as long as your account remains active. You can request deletion of your account data by contacting us at support@odometr.app or by revoking access through your authentication provider's settings.

Third-Party Links

The App may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any information.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: support@odometr.app
Developer: Matves

Consent

By using Odometer, you consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.

Additional Information for App Stores

Google Play (Android)

This privacy policy is compliant with Google Play's data safety requirements:

• Data collected: We collect your name, email address, and profile picture for authentication and personalization purposes
• Data stored locally: Vehicle information, maintenance records, photos, and other app data are stored locally on your device
• Data shared: Account data is stored on Appwrite; authentication is processed through third-party providers (Google, Apple); anonymized crash reports are sent to Sentry; anonymous usage analytics are collected via Firebase
• Data not sold: We do not sell any user data to third parties

App Store (iOS)

This privacy policy will be updated to reflect iOS-specific requirements when the iOS version is released, including compliance with Apple's App Tracking Transparency framework if applicable.