Privacy Policy for Bror
Last Updated: January 19, 2025
- Introduction
Welcome to Bror (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our ride-hailing mobile application.
- Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
- Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, profile picture
- Payment Information: Payment methods, transaction history (processed through secure third-party payment processors)
- Identity Verification (Drivers): Driver’s license, vehicle registration, insurance documents
2.2 Location Data
- Real-time Location: We collect your precise location when you use the app to provide ride services
- Background Location (Drivers): For active drivers, we collect location data even when the app is in the background to match riders with nearby drivers
- Trip History: Pickup and drop-off locations for completed rides
2.3 Usage Information
- Device information (model, operating system, unique identifiers)
- App usage data and interactions
- Trip details (time, distance, route)
- Chat messages between riders and drivers
- Ratings and feedback
2.4 Camera and Microphone
- Camera: Used for profile pictures and document verification
- Microphone: Used for voice-based features if implemented
- How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide and improve ride-hailing services
- Match riders with nearby drivers
- Process payments and maintain transaction records
- Communicate about rides, account updates, and customer support
- Ensure safety and security of users
- Verify driver credentials and eligibility
- Analyze app usage and improve user experience
- Comply with legal obligations
- Prevent fraud and unauthorized activities
- How We Share Your Information
4.1 With Other Users
- Riders see driver name, photo, vehicle info, and real-time location
- Drivers see rider name, photo, pickup/drop-off locations
- Both parties can view trip details and communicate via in-app chat
4.2 With Service Providers
- Payment processors (for handling transactions)
- Cloud hosting providers (for data storage)
- Map and navigation services (Google Maps)
- Analytics and performance monitoring services
4.3 For Legal Reasons
- To comply with laws, regulations, or legal requests
- To enforce our terms and conditions
- To protect the rights, safety, and property of our users and the public
- Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. Specific retention periods:
- Account Data: Retained until account deletion, then anonymized within 30 days
- Trip History: Retained for 7 years for legal and tax purposes
- Chat Messages: Retained for 90 days after trip completion
- Location Data: Real-time location deleted after trip completion; trip routes retained with trip history
- Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Correction: Update inaccurate or incomplete information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
- Opt-out: Disable location services (though this will prevent app functionality)
- Data Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format
To exercise these rights, contact us at support@bror.app
- Location Data Specific Information
7.1 Why We Need Location Data
- To show your current location on the map
- To match riders with nearby available drivers
- To provide navigation and route optimization
- To calculate accurate fares based on distance traveled
- To provide trip history and receipts
7.2 Background Location (Drivers Only)
For drivers who are actively accepting rides, we collect location data even when the app is in the background. This is necessary to:
- Update your availability status for riders in your area
- Show your real-time location to riders during an active trip
- Provide accurate navigation instructions
You can stop background location tracking at any time by going offline in the driver app.
7.3 Foreground Location (All Users)
All users grant location access when using the app. This data is only collected when the app is in use.
- Children’s Privacy
Our service is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.
- Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Secure authentication systems
- Regular security audits and updates
- Limited access to personal data by employees
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
- International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.
- Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy in the app and updating the “Last Updated” date.
- Contact Us
If you have questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us:
- Email: support@bror.app
- In-App: Use the support feature in the app settings
- Jurisdiction-Specific Information
13.1 For California Residents (CCPA)
You have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act, including the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to delete, and the right to opt-out of sale (we do not sell your personal information).
13.2 For EU/UK Residents (GDPR)
Under GDPR, you have the right to object to processing, the right to restrict processing, and the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.
