Privacy Policy for ParkingPal.ai

Last Updated: 08/04/2025

ParkingPal.ai ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application ("App").

By using the App, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

a. Information You Provide

• Email address (if you create an account or contact us)
• Any messages you send us through support channels

b. Automatically Collected Information

• Device type, operating system, and version
• App usage data (e.g., feature usage, session length)
• Crash reports (via Firebase Crashlytics)
• Subscription status and entitlements (via RevenueCat)
• General location data (only if you grant permission — used to help interpret parking signs near your location)

2. How We Use Your Information

• To provide AI-generated parking guidance
• To personalize your experience based on your usage
• To manage subscription access (via RevenueCat and Apple)
• To improve app performance and fix bugs
• To communicate with you about updates or support (only if you opt in)

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

We may share data with:

• Service providers (e.g., Firebase, RevenueCat) to operate core features
• Law enforcement or regulatory authorities if legally required
• Analytics providers to understand app usage (anonymized and aggregated only)

We do not collect or store your payment information. All transactions are securely handled by Apple through the App Store.

4. AI-Generated Guidance Disclaimer

The App uses AI to interpret parking signs and generate suggestions.
These suggestions are informational only and may be inaccurate. You are solely responsible for complying with local parking signs and regulations. We are not liable for any fines, tickets, or towing resulting from use of the App.

5. Your Privacy Rights

• You may request deletion of your data by contacting admin@parkingpal.ai
• You may opt out of analytics or location tracking via your device settings

6. Data Retention

We only retain data for as long as needed to provide our services or as required by law. If you request deletion, we will remove all associated data within 30 days.

7. Security

We use industry-standard security measures and third-party platforms that maintain secure environments. However, no system is completely secure.

8. Children’s Privacy

The App is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted in the App or at parkingpal.ai.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact:
📧 admin@parkingpal.ai