Last updated: June 2025
Ride Timer ("we", "us", "our") operates the Ride Timer mobile application and the website at ridetimer.com. For questions about this policy, contact us at contact@ridetimer.com.
We only collect data that is necessary to provide the service.
| Data type | Where it comes from | Why we collect it |
|---|---|---|
| Ride records — start/end times, duration, platform, fare, notes | You enter it manually in the App | Core app functionality |
| Location data — GPS coordinates at ride start/end | Device GPS (only when you grant permission) | Reverse-geocoded to street addresses for your ride log; never used for real-time tracking |
| Account data — email address, display name, profile photo URL | Google Sign-In (Firebase Authentication) | Identifies your account for cloud sync and the admin dashboard |
| Device info — OS version, app version, crash reports | Automatically via Firebase Crashlytics (if enabled) | Bug diagnosis and app stability |
| Contact form data — name, email, message | You submit it via the website contact form | Responding to your enquiry |
We do not collect payment information, precise background location, call or SMS logs, or any data unrelated to ride tracking.
We do not use your data for advertising, sell it to third parties, or share it with anyone except as described in this policy.
If you are in the European Economic Area, we process your personal data under the following legal bases:
We use Google Firebase, a platform provided by Google LLC (USA). Firebase services used include:
Data stored in Firebase may be transferred to and processed in the United States. Google LLC operates under the EU–US Data Privacy Framework. See Firebase's privacy information for full details.
On-device: Ride data is stored in an encrypted local database (Isar) on your device. It stays there until you delete the app or clear app data.
In the cloud: If you use cloud sync, your ride records are stored in Firestore under your user account. You can delete your cloud data at any time from the app's Settings screen.
We retain your account and ride data for as long as your account is active. If you request account deletion, we will erase your Firestore data within 30 days.
Under the GDPR and similar laws you have the right to:
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at contact@ridetimer.com. We will respond within 30 days. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your national data protection authority.
Website (ridetimer.com): We use no analytics cookies, advertising cookies, or tracking pixels. The site may use browser local storage to remember PWA preferences. No consent banner is required because no non-essential cookies are set.
Admin dashboard (app.ridetimer.com): Firebase Authentication sets essential session cookies. These are required for sign-in and cannot be disabled without preventing the dashboard from functioning.
Ride Timer is not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under 16. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, contact us and we will delete it promptly.
The App and Site may contain links to third-party websites or services (e.g. Uber, Bolt, Google). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to read their privacy policies.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last updated" date above. For significant changes we will notify you through the App or by email if we have your address.
Questions about this policy? Reach us at contact@ridetimer.com or via the contact form at ridetimer.com.