At Universal Navigation, At Universal Navigation, your privacy matters. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use the Universal Navigation app.

By downloading and using Universal Navigation, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We only collect information necessary to provide a personalised and functional navigation experience:

a. Location Data (With Your Permission)

• We collect your device’s location, including in the background, to provide real-time navigation, route planning, and nearby alerts. Your location data is only used for these purposes and is never stored or shared without your consent.
  

b. Account Information (Optional)

• If you create an account, we may collect your name, email address, and profile preferences to personalise your experience and save your favourite locations.
  

c. Usage Data

• We may collect anonymised analytics (e.g. session length, app crashes, feature usage) to improve app performance and user experience.
  
• This data does not personally identify you.

d. Community Reports

• When you report road conditions or share alerts, your input may be anonymously stored to benefit other users.

2. Permissions We Request

To provide the best navigation experience, Universal Navigation may request the following permissions on your device:

• Location Access: Required to detect your current location, display nearby places, and generate accurate navigation routes.
• Background Location: Needed to continue providing navigation updates even when the app is running in the background.
• Microphone: Required to enable voice control features, including voice-guided navigation and spoken commands.
• Internet Access: Needed to fetch map data, nearby places, live traffic updates, and sync reports and alerts.
• Notifications: Required to send real-time alerts about traffic traps, road closures, or messages from friends.

You can manage or revoke these permissions at any time through your device’s settings. Please note that some app features may not work properly if certain permissions are disabled.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

• Provide accurate, real-time navigation and route suggestions
• Improve app performance, reliability, and features
• Allow communication between users (e.g. friend chat or status sharing)

Ensure safety through community-driven alerts

We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties for advertising or marketing purposes

4. Data Storage & Security

• Your data is stored securely using encrypted services.
• We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your information from unauthorised access or misuse.
• You can delete your account and data at any time within the app settings.

5. Third-Party Services

Our app may integrate with services like:

• Google Maps & Google Assistant for navigation and voice guidance
• NAP (Nearby Access Protocol) for real-time nearby data

These services may collect limited data as per their own privacy policies. We recommend reviewing their privacy terms for more details.

6. Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your location, you may have rights under local privacy laws to:

• Access or request a copy of your personal data
• Request deletion or correction of your data
• Withdraw consent or object to data processing

To exercise these rights, please contact us at contact@universalnavigation.com.

7. Children’s Privacy

This app is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted in the app and/or on our website.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, feel free to reach out:

📧 Email:contact@universalnavigationapp.com
🌐 Website: universalnavigationapp.com