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Auroo Technician App Privacy Policy

Effective Date: December 5, 2024 Last Updated: December 5, 2024


Introduction

Auroo AI, Inc. ("Auroo," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of our users. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Auroo Technician mobile application (the "App"). Please read this privacy policy carefully. By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.


Information We Collect


Information You Provide to Us

Account Information

  • Authentication Credentials: Email address and password (managed securely through Clerk authentication service)

  • Profile Information: Name, employee ID, company affiliation, phone number

  • Role Information: Technician role, permissions, and access levels

Job-Related Data

  • Job Documentation: Photos taken before, during, and after service calls

  • Job Notes: Text descriptions, observations, and service notes

  • Time Records: Job start times, completion times, and duration

  • Location Data: Job site addresses and navigation information

  • Customer Information: Customer names, addresses, and contact details (as provided by your employer)

Information Collected Automatically

Device Information

  • Device Identifiers: Device model, operating system version, unique device identifiers

  • App Usage Data: Features used, frequency of use, navigation paths within the app

  • Performance Data: App crashes, system activity, hardware settings, date and time of use

Location Information

  • Job Location Data: We collect precise location data when you check in or out of job sites

  • Background Location: Only collected with your explicit permission and only during active work hours

Analytics Information

  • Usage Analytics: We use PostHog to collect anonymized usage statistics to improve our service

  • Performance Metrics: App load times, feature response times, error rates

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Provide and Maintain Our Service

  • Enable you to access and use the App

  • Manage your user account and authentication

  • Facilitate job assignments and completions

  • Store and organize job documentation and photos

  • Synchronize data between your device and our servers

Improve and Optimize Our Service

  • Understand how users interact with our App

  • Identify and fix bugs and performance issues

  • Develop new features and improvements

  • Provide customer support and respond to inquiries

Ensure Safety and Security

  • Detect and prevent fraudulent or unauthorized activity

  • Protect against security threats

  • Enforce our Terms of Service

  • Comply with legal obligations

Business Operations

  • Generate aggregated, anonymized statistics about App usage

  • Facilitate communication between technicians and dispatchers

  • Provide reporting capabilities to your employer

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services to operate our App:

Clerk (Authentication Service)

  • Purpose: Manages user authentication and session management

  • Data Shared: Email address, authentication tokens

  • Privacy Policy: https://clerk.com/legal/privacy

Supabase (Database and Storage)

  • Purpose: Stores user data, job information, and photos

  • Data Shared: All job-related data, photos, and user information

  • Privacy Policy: https://supabase.com/privacy

PostHog (Analytics - If Enabled)

  • Purpose: Collects anonymized usage analytics

  • Data Shared: Anonymous usage patterns, feature interactions

  • Privacy Policy: https://posthog.com/privacy

Data Storage and Security

Storage Location

  • Your data is stored on secure servers provided by Supabase

  • Photos are stored in encrypted cloud storage

  • Authentication data is managed by Clerk's secure infrastructure

Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest

  • Regular security audits and updates

  • Access controls and authentication requirements

  • Secure API endpoints and communication protocols

  • Regular backups and disaster recovery procedures

Data Retention

  • Active Account Data: Retained as long as your account is active

  • Job Documentation: Retained according to your employer's data retention policy

  • Photos: Stored for the duration specified by your employer (typically 7 years for compliance)

  • Deleted Account Data: Removed within 90 days of account deletion request

Your Rights and Choices

Access and Portability

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal information stored in the App

  • Request a copy of your data in a portable format

  • Review and verify the accuracy of your information

Correction and Update

You can:

  • Update your profile information through the App

  • Request corrections to inaccurate data

  • Contact support for assistance with data updates

Deletion

You may request deletion of your account and associated data by:

  • Contacting your system administrator

  • Emailing our support team at privacy@tryauroo.com

  • Note: Some data may be retained for legal compliance or legitimate business purposes

Location Services

You can:

  • Control location permissions through your device settings

  • Disable location services at any time (may limit app functionality)

  • Choose when to share location data (during job check-ins only)

Analytics Opt-Out

You can opt out of analytics collection by:

  • Adjusting settings within the App (if available)

  • Contacting support to disable analytics for your account

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

With Your Employer

  • Job completion data, photos, and documentation

  • Performance metrics and time tracking

  • As required for business operations

With Service Providers

  • Third-party services mentioned above (Clerk, Supabase, PostHog)

  • Only to the extent necessary to provide our services

For Legal Reasons

  • To comply with legal obligations, court orders, or government requests

  • To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property

  • To investigate potential violations of our Terms of Service

Business Transfers

  • In connection with a merger, sale, or acquisition of our business

  • Your information would be transferred to the successor entity

Children's Privacy and Age Requirements

The App is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

Employment Requirement

While the App has no objectionable content and is rated 4+ on the App Store, users must be:

  • Employed by or authorized by a field service company to use this App

  • Of legal working age in their jurisdiction (typically 16-18 years old for employment)

  • Authorized by their employer to handle customer data and job documentation

This App is designed for professional use by field service technicians and is not intended for personal or recreational use.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from the laws of your country. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

  • Right to know what personal information is collected

  • Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed

  • Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell your data)

  • Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

  • Posting the new Privacy Policy in the App

  • Updating the "Last Updated" date

  • Sending an email notification for material changes

Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Auroo, Inc. Privacy Department Email: privacy@tryauroo.com Website: https://tryauroo.com/contact

Data Protection Officer Email: dpo@auroo.io

For technical support related to the App: Support Email: support@tryauroo.com Support Portal: https://tryauroo.com/contact

Compliance and Certifications

We strive to comply with applicable data protection laws including:

  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for European users

  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for California residents

  • Other applicable regional privacy laws

By using the Auroo Technician App, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.