Privacy Policy

Home Driver (IoT) ("we", "our", "us") is a smart home automation application designed to control devices such as coolers, fans, ACs, and other IoT-enabled appliances using local Wi-Fi and internet connectivity. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

1. Information We Collect

Home Driver collects only the information required to provide IoT functionality:

• Account information: username, email, or mobile number (if provided).
• Device information: device IDs, device names, and connection status.
• Network information: Wi-Fi SSID (for device pairing only).
• Usage data: device control actions (ON/OFF, status checks).
• Technical data: app version, OS version, and crash logs.

2. What We Do NOT Collect

• No payment, card, UPI, or banking information.
• No precise GPS or continuous location tracking.
• No microphone, camera, or personal media access.
• No sensitive personal data.

3. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used only to:

• Pair and manage IoT devices.
• Send commands to devices (Fan, Cooler, AC control).
• Show real-time device status.
• Improve app performance and reliability.
• Provide user support and troubleshooting.

4. Local & Internet Communication

Home Driver communicates with IoT devices using:

• Local Wi-Fi: for device pairing and local control.
• Internet: for remote access and real-time updates.

Data transmitted is limited to device commands and status information only.

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal data. Limited data may be shared with trusted services (such as analytics or crash reporting) strictly to improve app stability and performance.

6. Data Security

We use reasonable technical measures to protect your data. However, no internet-based system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.

7. Permissions

The app may request permissions such as:

• Location (required by Android to read Wi-Fi name).
• Nearby Wi-Fi devices (for pairing).
• Internet access (for device communication).

These permissions are used strictly for IoT functionality.

8. Children’s Privacy

Home Driver is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected by updating the effective date.

10. Contact Us

By using Home Driver (IoT), you agree to this Privacy Policy.