Privacy Policy – Rydence Partner

Effective Date: 19 May 2026

Rydence Partner ("we", "our", "us") operates the Rydence Partner mobile application. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our app.

1. Information We Collect

a. Personal Information

• Name

• Email address (Kartified@gmail.com)

• Phone number

• Profile details

b. Location Data

• Real-time GPS location (foreground and background)

• Route and trip details

👉 This is required to:

• Provide navigation services

• Track partner/driver location during active trips

• Enable real-time trip monitoring

c. Device Information

• Device model

• Operating system

• App usage data

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

• Provide navigation and map services

• Manage trips and partner activities

• Improve app performance

• Send notifications and updates

• Ensure safety and prevent fraud

3. Background Location Usage (Important)

Rydence Partner uses background location access to:

• Enable continuous navigation during trips

• Track driver location even when the app is minimized

• Provide accurate real-time trip tracking

👉 Location is used only during active trips or when required for app functionality.

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data.

We may share data with:

• Service providers (Google Maps API, Firebase)

• Platform users (for live tracking visibility)

• Legal authorities if required by law

5. Data Security

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your data.
However, no system is completely secure.

6. Data Retention

We retain data only as long as necessary for:

• Service functionality

• Legal compliance

7. Your Rights

You can:

• Update your profile

• Request data deletion

• Disable location access (may affect app functionality)

8. Third-Party Services

We may use:

• Google Maps API

• Firebase services

These services follow their own privacy policies.

9. Children’s Privacy

This app is not intended for users under 18 years of age.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy anytime. Updates will be reflected in the app.

11. Contact Us

📧 Email: Kartified@gmail.com