At Bharatcabs, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our app and services.
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following personal information to provide you with a seamless experience:
- Phone Authentication & OTP Verification:
To ensure a secure login process, we collect your phone number and verify it through OTP (One-Time Password) authentication. - Signup Information:
During signup, we collect the following details:- Name
- Email Address
- Gender
- Birthday
- Phone Number
- Camera & Gallery Access
- Location Data:
We collect your location data to provide real-time services, including:- Matching you with drivers/riders near your location
- Optimizing ride routes
- Ensuring accurate pickup and drop-off points Your location data is only used while the app is active or running in the background to enhance your experience.
- Permissions Requested:
- Notification Permission:
We request permission to send you notifications for important updates related to your rides, promotions, offers, and system alerts. - Gallery & Camera Access
We request access to your gallery and camera for the following purposes:
Profile Picture:
You can upload or update your profile picture by either selecting an image from your device’s gallery or capturing a new photo using the camera.
Other Relevant Features:
These permissions may also be used for in-app features where image uploads are necessary, such as identity verification or submitting images for support-related issues.
Note:
We only access your gallery and camera with your explicit permission, and this data is solely used within the app for the purposes mentioned above. We do not store or share your photos without your consent. may request access to your gallery and camera to allow you to:
- Notification Permission:
2. How We Use Your Information
The information we collect is used for the following purposes:
- To create and manage your account
- To verify your identity
- To provide and manage ride services
- To improve customer service and respond to your queries
- To communicate with you about promotions, offers, and updates
- To ensure your security and prevent fraud
- To comply with legal requirements
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties, except:
- With drivers/riders to facilitate the ride process
- When required by law, regulation, or legal proceedings
- To prevent harm or protect our rights and interests
4. Data Security
We use advanced security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access and update your personal information at any time
- Opt-out of notifications by adjusting your app settings
- Request the deletion of your account and personal data
6. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected in the app, and continued use of our services constitutes your agreement to the updated terms
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, feel free to contact us at bharatcabs.services@gmail.com