Livebus GIETU Privacy Policy

Last Updated : 17 July 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to LiveBus Gietu, developed by Team Hydra This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your data when you use our mobile application.With real-time bus location tracking, users can monitor the live position of campus buses. Designed for G.I.E.T.U. students, this app ensures punctuality, convenience, and a smarter travel experience. 

2. Data Collection 

We may collect the following types of personal and usage data:

• Personal Information

  • Name

  • Email address (via Google Sign-In)

  • Mobile number (if OTP login is used)

  • Profile picture (optional)

• Device Information

  • Device ID

  • Android version

  • App version

• Usage Data

  • Screens viewed

  • Session duration

  • Crash reports (via Firebase Crashlytics)

• Location Information (if applicable)

  • Your device's approximate or precise location to provide live bus tracking features.

3. Permission

The app may request access to:

• Internet – to fetch data in real time

• Storage/Media – for profile image upload (optional)

All permissions are used strictly for app functionality.

4. Third-Party Services 

We integrate trusted third-party libraries and platforms:

• Google Play Services & Firebase: For authentication, messaging (notifications), Firestore/database, and storage.

• Glide, Picasso: For loading and displaying user images.

• Lottie, Shimmer, SpinKit: For smooth UI animations.

• Google Firebase (Auth, Analytics, Messaging, Storage, Database)

• Google Play Services

• Glide (Image handling)

• Lottie (Animations)

• Facebook Shimmer

• SpinKit

• NafisBottomNav

These services are bound by their own privacy policies and comply with relevant data security regulations. 

5. User Rights 

You have the right to access, modify, or request deletion of your personal data. If you wish to request data deletion or have any concerns regarding your personal data, please submit your request through the email or click on the contact us button located at the bottom of the page.

You have the right to:

• View and update your profile data.

• Request deletion of your account data by contacting us.

• Revoke app permissions via your Android settings.

6. Security 

1. Data Sharing

We do not share your personal information with third parties except:

• As required by law or legal obligation.

• With Firebase (under Google’s policies) for analytics, authentication, and cloud functionality.

• With your club administrators for event participation or communication.

2. Data Security

We follow industry-standard practices, such as:

• Using HTTPS for secure communication.

• Following Android ProGuard rules to obfuscate and protect the code.

• Limiting data access only to essential components and trusted services.

7. Permissions  

Our application, Verthome, requests certain permissions to ensure seamless functionality while prioritizing user privacy and security. The INTERNET and ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE permissions enable connectivity for real-time updates, while FOREGROUND_SERVICE ensures smooth background operations.