PRIVACY POLICY

1. Introduction

Welcome to RearView (“the App,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). We value your trust and are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you use our mobile application or any other services we provide (collectively, the “Services”).

By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the App.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide and improve our Services. The types of data we collect include:

1. Account and Profile Information:
   • Email Address and Password: Required for user registration and login.
   • Unique Username: Chosen by you during registration.
   • Vehicle Number Plate: Used as your display name within the App.
   • Profile Picture and Bio (Optional): Provided at your discretion to personalize your profile.
2. Usage Data:
   • Log Data: Information your device sends whenever you use the App (e.g., IP address, device information, operating system, and timestamps).
   • Interactions: Data on your actions within the App, such as posts, likes, comments, messages, and forum participation.
3. Location Information (If Applicable):
   • Only based on country code.
4. Cookies and Similar Technologies (If Applicable):
   • We may use cookies or similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and analyze usage patterns.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

1. Service Provision and Personalization:
   • To create and manage your account.
   • To display your profile, including your vehicle number plate as a unique identifier.
   • To tailor the content you see, such as your feed or forum recommendations.
2. Communication:
   • To send you updates, notifications, and other important information.
   • To facilitate messaging and calls between users who opt to share or enable contact features.
3. Analytics and Improvements:
   • To analyze usage trends and user interactions to improve the performance and features of the App.
   • To diagnose technical issues and maintain security.
4. Safety and Security:
   • To detect and protect against fraudulent or unauthorized activity (e.g., impersonation of number plates).
   • To manage user reports, including violations of our community guidelines.
5. Legal and Compliance:
   • To comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, or enforce our agreements and policies.

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share information in the following situations:

1. With Service Providers:
   • We may employ third-party companies for app hosting, data analytics, and payment services (future marketplace features). These providers only access your data to perform tasks on our behalf.
2. For Legal Reasons:
   • We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.
3. Business Transfers:
   • In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred to the new entity.

5. Data Security

We take security seriously and use industry-standard measures to protect your data:

• Encryption: We use AES-256 for data storage and TLS 1.2 or higher for data transmission.
• Password Protection: Passwords are hashed and salted using secure algorithms (e.g., bcrypt).
• Access Controls: Only authorized personnel have access to user data.

Despite these measures, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute data security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as you maintain an account or as needed to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Policy. We may also retain certain information to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our policies.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our App is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can delete it.

8. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

• Access and update your personal data.
• Request deletion of your personal data.
• Restrict or object to certain processing of your personal data.
• Withdraw your consent at any time if we are processing your data on a consent basis.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at rearviewgroup@gmail.com.

9. International Data Transfers

If you are located outside of the country where our servers are hosted, your information may be transferred to, and processed in, a different country. We take steps to ensure there is an appropriate legal basis for such transfers and that adequate protections are in place.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy within the App and updating the “Effective Date” at the top. Your continued use of the App after these changes means you accept the revised Privacy Policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at rearviewgroup@gmail.com.