Welcome to Bharat Drive (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we collect, use, and share your information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices concerning data collected through our mobile telematics application (“Bharat Drive” or “the App”).
Introduction
Bharat Drive is designed to collect driving-related data only when you are driving, using various sensors on your mobile device including location, accelerometer, and gyroscope data.
By downloading, installing, or using Bharat Drive, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our practices, please do not use our App.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
- Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, and other details you provide when creating an account
- Device Information: Device model, operating system, unique device identifiers
- Payment Information: If applicable, payment details for premium features (processed securely through third-party payment processors)
Telematics Data (Collected Only While Driving)
- Location Data: GPS coordinates, routes taken, driving distances
- Motion Data: Data from your device’s accelerometer and gyroscope to analyze driving patterns
- Speed Data: Vehicle speed information
- Drive Time Data: Duration and timing of trips
Usage Information
- App Interaction: How you use the App, features accessed, time spent in the App
- Log Information: Error reports, crash analytics
How We Collect Information
We collect information in the following ways:
- Direct Provision: Information you provide when creating an account, setting preferences, or contacting customer support
- Automated Collection: Through sensors on your mobile device (only activated during driving)
- Cookies and Similar Technologies: Information collected through cookies, pixels, and similar technologies when you use our App
Our App implements technological measures to ensure telematics data collection is active only when you are driving.
Purpose of Data Collection and Processing
We collect and process your information for the following purposes:
- Core App Functionality: To provide driving analysis, safety scores, and other telematics-based features
- Service Improvement: To improve our App’s features, functionality, and user experience
- Account Management: To create and manage your account, authenticate users, and provide customer support
- Communications: To send important notifications about the App, your account, or your driving
- Analytics: To understand user behavior, App performance, and feature usage
- Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations
Legal Basis for Processing
Under applicable Indian law, we process your information based on the following legal grounds:
- Contractual Necessity: Processing necessary to provide services as outlined in our Terms of Service
- Legitimate Interests: Processing that serves legitimate business interests while respecting your rights
- Consent: Processing based on your explicit consent, which you may withdraw at any time
- Legal Obligation: Processing necessary to comply with legal requirements
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your information with the following categories of recipients:
Service Providers
Third-party vendors who help us operate our App, process payments, or analyze data. All service providers are bound by contractual obligations to protect your information.
Business Partners
We may share anonymized or aggregated data with business partners to improve our services or develop new features.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose information if required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request.
Business Transfers
In case of merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as a business asset.
With Your Consent
We may share information with third parties when you have given explicit consent.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
- Regular security assessments
- Access controls and authentication procedures
- Regular backups and disaster recovery planning
While we strive to protect your information, no security system is impenetrable. We cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.
Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Retention criteria include:
- The duration of your account with us
- Legal obligations to retain data
- Resolution of disputes
- Enforcement of agreements
You may request deletion of your account and associated data as outlined in the Your Rights and Choices section.
Children’s Privacy
Bharat Drive is not intended for use by children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If we discover that we have collected information from a child, we will promptly delete it.
Your Rights and Choices
Under Indian law, you have certain rights regarding your personal information:
Access and Correction
You have the right to access, review, and request corrections to your personal information.
Withdrawal of Consent
You may withdraw consent for collection of certain data, though this may impact your ability to use some App features.
Data Portability
You may request a copy of your data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
Deletion
You may request deletion of your account and associated personal information.
Objection
You may object to processing of your information in certain circumstances.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the contact information provided at the end of this policy.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
Bharat Drive uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze usage patterns, and deliver personalized content. You can manage cookie preferences through your device settings.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than India, which may have different data protection laws. When we transfer data internationally, we implement appropriate safeguards to ensure your information remains protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable law.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes through the App or via email. Your continued use of Bharat Drive after such modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
Contact Information
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Nihal Puram
Bharat Drive
Email: puramnihal@gmail.com
Governing Law
This Privacy Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. Any disputes arising under this Privacy Policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in [City], India.
Last Updated: February 25, 2025
