Privacy Policy
Last Updated: November 14, 2025
Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how Auto Maintenance ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our mobile application.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide
When you use Auto Maintenance, you may provide us with:
- Account Information: Email address, name, and password when you create an account
- Vehicle Information: Vehicle make, model, year, license plate, VIN, mileage, and photos
- Maintenance Records: Service dates, costs, descriptions, and service provider information
- Fuel Data: Fuel purchases, consumption, prices, and locations
- Expense Information: Cost tracking, budgets, and financial records
- Documents: Photos and files you upload (registration, insurance, warranties)
1.2 Automatically Collected Information
We automatically collect certain information when you use the App:
- Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers
- Usage Data: App features used, session duration, interactions
- Location Data: Approximate location (if you grant permission) for fuel logging features
- Crash Reports: Technical diagnostics to improve app stability
1.3 Information from Third Parties
- Authentication Providers: Information from Google, Apple, or other login services you use
- Payment Processors: Subscription status from App Store or Google Play (we don't see payment details)
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide the Service: Store and manage your vehicle maintenance data
- Sync Across Devices: Enable cloud backup and multi-device access
- Send Reminders: Notify you about upcoming maintenance and renewals
- Improve the App: Analyze usage patterns and fix bugs
- Customer Support: Respond to your questions and issues
- Process Payments: Manage subscriptions and billing
- Send Updates: Notify you about new features and changes (with your consent)
- Comply with Law: Meet legal obligations and enforce our terms
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in these limited circumstances:
3.1 Service Providers
We share data with trusted third parties who help us operate the App:
- Cloud Hosting: Railway.app (for data storage and backend services)
- Analytics: Firebase Analytics (for usage statistics)
- Crash Reporting: Firebase Crashlytics (for stability monitoring)
- Subscriptions: RevenueCat (for managing premium subscriptions)
- Push Notifications: Firebase Cloud Messaging (for reminders)
3.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law or to:
- Comply with legal processes or government requests
- Enforce our Terms of Use
- Protect our rights, property, or safety
- Prevent fraud or abuse
3.3 Business Transfers
If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new owner.
4. Data Storage and Security
4.1 Where We Store Data
- Local Storage: Data is stored on your device using encrypted local databases
- Cloud Storage: For registered users, data is backed up to secure servers hosted by Railway.app
- Location: Servers may be located in various countries
4.2 Security Measures
We implement industry-standard security measures:
- Encryption in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
- Encrypted local storage on your device
- Secure authentication tokens
- Regular security audits
- Access controls and monitoring
Important: No method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Your Rights and Choices
5.1 Access and Control
You have the right to:
- Access: View all your data through the App
- Export: Download your data in a portable format
- Edit: Modify or update your information anytime
- Delete: Remove specific records or your entire account
5.2 Account Deletion
To delete your account:
- Go to Settings in the App
- Select "Account Settings"
- Choose "Delete Account"
- Confirm deletion
After deletion, your data will be permanently removed within 30 days, except as required by law.
5.3 Communication Preferences
- Reminders: Disable notifications in App settings
- Marketing Emails: Unsubscribe using the link in emails
- Push Notifications: Manage in device settings
5.4 Location Permissions
You can control location access through your device settings. Denying location access may limit some features (like automatic fuel location).
6. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as:
- Your account is active
- Needed to provide services
- Required by law or for legitimate business purposes
After account deletion, we delete your data within 30 days, except for:
- Data we're legally required to keep
- Anonymized analytics data
- Backup copies (deleted within 90 days)
7. Children's Privacy
Auto Maintenance is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
8. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and stored in countries outside your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using the App, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries.
9. Cookies and Tracking
The mobile app does not use cookies. However, our backend services and analytics providers may use tracking technologies to:
- Understand how you use the App
- Improve performance
- Analyze trends
10. Third-Party Services
Our App integrates with third-party services. These services have their own privacy policies:
11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights:
- Right to Know: Request disclosure of collected data
- Right to Delete: Request deletion of your data
- Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of data sales (we don't sell data)
- Non-Discrimination: We won't discriminate against you for exercising your rights
12. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)
If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under GDPR:
- Access: Request a copy of your data
- Rectification: Correct inaccurate data
- Erasure: Request deletion of your data
- Portability: Export your data
- Objection: Object to certain processing
- Restriction: Restrict processing of your data
- Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent anytime
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of changes by:
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
- Sending an in-app notification
- Sending an email (for material changes)
Your continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
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15. Your Consent
By using Auto Maintenance, you consent to this Privacy Policy and our collection, use, and sharing of your information as described herein.
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