Privacy Policy for Hauling Tracker App

Last Updated: December 15, 2025

BJ’s Hauling (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use the Hauling Tracker mobile application (the “App”). By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Policy.

If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not use the App.

1. Information We Collect

We collect limited information necessary to provide the App’s core features:

– Personal Information You Provide:

  – Name and phone number (used for account creation, driver identification, and contact purposes).

  – No other personally identifiable information is required or collected.

– Location Data:

  – The App uses your device’s GPS to track haul routes, geofence job sites, and log trips (foreground and background modes).

  – Location data is collected only when the App is in use or when background tracking is enabled for accurate haul logging.

  – This data is used solely to provide tracking features and is not shared with third parties for marketing or advertising.

– Device and Usage Data:

  – Automatically collected: device type, OS version, App version, and crash logs (to improve stability).

  – Local notifications data (generated on-device for alerts/reminders).

We do not collect:

– Precise location for advertising purposes.

– Contacts, photos, or other unnecessary device data.

– Payment information (no in-app purchases).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

– Provide and improve App functionality (e.g., accurate route tracking and notifications).

– Ensure compliance with trucking regulations (e.g., hours of service logging).

– Troubleshoot issues and provide support.

– Send occasional App updates or service messages (via local notifications only).

3. Data Storage and Security

– Personal and location data is stored securely on your device.

– If cloud sync is enabled (optional), data is encrypted and stored on our secure servers.

– We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information, but no method is 100% secure.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do **not** sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties, except:

– With your consent.

– To comply with legal requirements (e.g., court orders).

– With service providers under strict confidentiality (e.g., cloud hosting for backups).

Location data is never shared for advertising or tracking across apps.

5. Your Choices and Rights

– **Location Access**: Disable in device Settings > Privacy > Location Services (App features may be limited).

– **Notifications**: Manage in device Settings > Notifications.

– **Data Deletion**: Uninstall the App or contact us to request deletion of account data.

– You may access, correct, or delete your personal information by contacting us.

6. Children’s Privacy

The App is not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

7. Compliance with Apple Guidelines

We comply with Apple’s App Store Review Guidelines, including:

– Transparent location usage (explained at permission request).

– No unnecessary data collection.

– Background location used only for haul tracking features.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Policy. Changes will be posted here with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the App constitutes acceptance.

9. Contact Us

Questions about this Policy? Email info@collinedmond.com.