Privacy Policy for Sootit

Effective Date: May 22, 2026

Welcome to Sootit. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how Sootit collects, uses, stores, and protects your information when you use our mobile application and related services.

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, you can contact us at:

Email: email-sootit3@gmail.com

1. Information We Collect

a) Personal Information

We may collect the following information when you use the app:

• Full name

• Mobile number

• Email address

• Profile photo

• Device information

• Payment-related information (if applicable)

b) Location Information

Since Sootit is a maps and navigation-based travel app, we collect:

• Real-time GPS location

• Background location data

• Route and trip information

This helps us provide:

• Accurate navigation

• Route tracking

• Nearby services

• Trip updates

• Better travel experience

c) Device & Usage Information

We may automatically collect:

• Device model

• Operating system version

• IP address

• App usage statistics

• Crash reports

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Provide navigation and travel services

• Improve route accuracy

• Enable live tracking

• Enhance app performance

• Improve customer support

• Send important updates and notifications

• Prevent fraud and misuse

3. Location Permission Usage

Sootit uses foreground and background location access to provide continuous navigation and travel tracking features even when the app is minimized or closed.

Location data is required for:

• Real-time navigation

• Route optimization

• Live travel tracking

• Trip monitoring

• Safety and travel assistance

Without location access, some features may not function properly.

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data.

We may share limited information with:

• Trusted service providers

• Map and navigation providers

• Payment gateways

• Government authorities when legally required

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from:

• Unauthorized access

• Data loss

• Misuse

• Alteration

However, no internet-based service is completely secure.

6. User Controls

Users can:

• Update profile information

• Disable location permissions

• Request account deletion

• Contact support for privacy concerns

7. Children's Privacy

Sootit is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

8. Third-Party Services

The app may use third-party services such as:

• Google Maps

• Firebase

• Payment gateways

• Analytics providers

These services may collect information according to their own privacy policies.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted within the app.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, contact us:

Sootit Support
Email: email-sootit3@gmail.com