Privacy Policy for MyRide SchoolBus Guardian App
Developer: MyRide People Technologies
Contact Email: schoolbusafrica@gmail.com
App Name: MyRide SchoolBus Guardian App
This Privacy Policy explains how MyRide SchoolBus Guardian ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards your information when you use our mobile application ("App"). By using the App, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.
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1. Information We Collect
a. Personal Information
To provide our services, we may collect:
- Parent/Guardian’s name, email, phone number, and address.
- Child’s name, school, grade, and bus route details.
- Account login credentials.
b. Location Data
- The App collects real-time location data of the school bus and/or child’s boarding status only after obtaining explicit parental consent.
- Location tracking is used solely to notify parents when their child boards or exits the bus.
c. Device Information
- Device type, operating system, IP address, and unique device identifiers.
- App usage data (e.g., login times, features accessed).
d. School/Bus Operator Data
- If integrated with a school system, we may receive bus schedules, driver details, and route information.
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2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected data to:
- Provide real-time bus tracking and child boarding alerts.
- Improve App functionality and user experience.
- Communicate service updates or security notices.
- Comply with legal obligations.
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3. Data Sharing & Disclosure
We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share information with:
- School authorities & bus operators (to verify boarding status).
- Service providers (e.g., cloud storage, analytics).
- Legal authorities (if required by law).
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4. Data Security
We implement industry-standard measures to protect your data, including encryption and secure server storage. However, no digital transmission is 100% secure.
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5. Parental Rights & Controls
- Parents can review, update, or delete their child’s data via the App settings.
- Location tracking can be disabled at any time (may limit App functionality).
- Parents may withdraw consent for data collection by contacting us.
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6. COPPA Compliance (Children’s Privacy)
- The App complies with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).
- We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent.
- Parents can request to review or delete their child’s data by contacting us at schoolbusafrica@gmail.com.
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7. Consent Clause for Location Tracking
- Before enabling location tracking, parents must provide explicit consent via an in-App prompt.
- Location data is only used for bus tracking and child boarding notifications.
- Parents can disable location tracking anytime in App settings.
- We do not store location data longer than necessary for the service.
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8. Third-Party Services
The App may integrate with:
- Google Maps (for location tracking).
- Firebase/Analytics (for App performance).
These services have their own privacy policies.
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9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically. Users will be notified of significant changes via email or in-App alerts.
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10. Contact Us
For questions, data requests, or COPPA-related concerns, contact:
MyRide People Technologies
Email: schoolbusafrica@gmail.com
By using MyRide SchoolBus Guardian you acknowledge reading and agreeing to this Privacy Policy.
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Key Legal Considerations:
✅ COPPA Compliance: Ensures parental control over children’s data.
✅ Explicit Consent for Location Tracking: Must be opt-in, revocable.
✅ Data Deletion Rights: Parents can request removal of child’s data.