Privacy Policy
Last Updated: March 2024
At GikMobil, we take your privacy seriously. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your data.
1. Data We Collect
Vehicle Data
Through the OBD-II device, we collect real-time diagnostic data from your vehicle including engine temperature, battery voltage, fuel levels, emission systems, and other mechanical metrics. This data is automatically synced to your account.
Account Information
When you sign up, we collect your name, email address, phone number, and vehicle details (make, model, year, VIN). You can update this information anytime in your account settings.
Location Data
With your permission, we use GPS data from your device to provide mechanic recommendations based on your location. You can disable location services anytime.
Usage Analytics
We collect information about how you use the GikMobil app to improve our services. This includes pages visited, features used, and error logs.
2. How We Use Your Data
- ✓Monitoring your vehicle health and providing predictive alerts
- ✓Connecting you with trusted mechanics in our network
- ✓Improving our AI models and prediction accuracy
- ✓Sending you service updates and alerts
- ✓Complying with legal requirements and regulations
3. Data Security
Your vehicle and personal data is protected using military-grade AES-256 encryption for all data transmission. We store data on secure, HIPAA-compliant servers with multiple redundancies.
Security Measures:
- • End-to-end encryption for all communications
- • Multi-factor authentication for account access
- • Regular security audits and penetration testing
- • ISO 27001 compliance certification
- • Data backups with geographic redundancy
4. Data Sharing
We never sell your personal data to third parties. Your information is only shared when:
- • You explicitly consent to sharing (e.g., with mechanics for service booking)
- • Required by law (government requests with valid legal process)
- • Service providers who help us operate (cloud hosting, payment processing)
Mechanics in our network only receive vehicle diagnostic data relevant to the service you request, not your personal information.
5. Your Data Rights
You have the right to:
- • Access: Request all data we have about you
- • Correct: Update or fix your personal information
- • Delete: Request deletion of your account and data
- • Export: Download your data in standard formats
- • Opt-out: Stop sharing location or analytics data anytime
To exercise any of these rights, email privacy@gikmobil.com with your request and we'll respond within 30 days.
6. Cookies & Tracking
We use cookies to improve your experience and understand how you use GikMobil. You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings.
Cookie Types:
- Essential: Required for login and basic functionality
- Analytics: Help us understand user behavior
- Personalization: Remember your preferences
- Marketing: Track ads and promotional performance
7. Children's Privacy
GikMobil is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If we learn we have collected data from a child, we will delete it immediately.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy periodically. We'll notify you of significant changes via email or app notification. Your continued use indicates acceptance of the updated policy.
Questions About Privacy?
Contact our Privacy Officer at privacy@gikmobil.com or:
GikMobil Privacy Team
email: privacy@gikmobil.com
Address: 123 Tech Boulevard, San Francisco, CA 94102