Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect
• Location Data: Our app collects real-time GPS location data to determine your position in relation to traffic intersections. This data is used to optimize traffic signals and provide you with prioritized access at intersections.
• Device Information: We may collect information about your device, including IP address, device type, operating system, and app version, to improve app performance and user experience.

2. How We Use Your Information

The data we collect is used exclusively to:
• Provide Priority Access: Your GPS location is used to identify intersections near you and communicate with traffic signal controllers to prioritize your transit through intersections.
• Enhance App Functionality: We use device information to optimize app performance and ensure compatibility with various devices.
• Ensure Security: Location data and device information help us detect and prevent unauthorized access or fraudulent activity.

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure
• With Local Traffic Management Systems: Location data may be shared in real-time with traffic signal controllers to facilitate prioritization. This data is processed solely for the purpose of enhancing traffic flow and is not stored by the traffic management systems.
• Third Parties: We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. Any third parties involved in operating the app, such as analytics providers, are contractually obligated to adhere to strict data privacy standards.
• Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required by law or to protect the rights, property, or safety of our users or the public.

4. Data Retention

We retain location data only as long as necessary to fulfill the app’s purpose. Location data is processed in real time and deleted once it is no longer needed for traffic prioritization. Any diagnostic data collected to improve app performance is anonymized and retained in accordance with industry standards.

5. Data Security

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including encryption, secure storage, and access control protocols. Despite our efforts, no security system is impenetrable, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Choices and Controls
• Location Permissions: You can enable or disable location services for Smart City Signals via your device settings. Please note that disabling location access may limit the app’s ability to provide prioritization at intersections.
• Data Requests: You may contact us to request access, correction, or deletion of your personal information. We will respond to these requests as required by applicable laws.

7. Children’s Privacy

Smart City Signals is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect or solicit data from children under 13. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected such data, we will delete it promptly.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. If significant changes are made, we will notify you within the app or by other means prior to the changes taking effect. Your continued use of Smart City Signals following any updates signifies acceptance of the revised policy.