U-GoTrip Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how U-GoTrip collects, uses, shares, and protects information when you use the U-GoTrip mobile application. This policy is intended to comply with applicable privacy laws including U.S. privacy laws (CCPA/CPRA) and GDPR/UK GDPR where applicable.
Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide
When you create an account or use the App, we may collect:
- Name
- Email address
- Password (stored securely)
- Family details (number of adults/children, children's ages or birthdays if entered)
- Accessibility needs or preferences
- Saved locations or trip plans
- Feedback or survey responses
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
With your permission, the App may collect:
- Location Data: Precise or approximate device location, route location during trip planning
- Device Information: Device type, operating system, app version, device identifiers
- Usage Data: Screens visited, features used, interaction patterns, crash reports and performance data
1.3 Third-Party Data Sources
We may receive location or place data from third-party providers such as:
- Map services
- Places databases
- Business listings
- Review aggregators
How We Use Your Information
We use collected data to:
- Provide personalized trip planning
- Suggest stops based on family characteristics and preferences
- Improve recommendations and user experience
- Maintain the security and integrity of the App
- Communicate important updates or support messages
- Monitor app performance and troubleshoot issues
We do not sell personal data to third parties.
How We Share Information
We may share limited information with trusted service providers that help operate the App. Examples include:
| Category | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Cloud hosting providers | Data storage |
| Mapping/location services | Navigation and stop recommendations |
| Analytics providers | App performance insights |
| Crash reporting tools | Debugging and reliability |
We require service providers to use data only to support our services.
Legal Disclosures
We may disclose information if required to:
- Comply with legal obligations
- Respond to lawful government requests
- Protect the rights, safety, or security of users
- Prevent fraud or misuse
Location Permissions
Location services enable the App to:
- Show nearby restrooms, food stops, parks, and family attractions
- Recommend stops along your travel route
- Improve trip planning accuracy
Location permissions can be turned off at any time through device settings.
Data Security
We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access or misuse.
However, no system can guarantee absolute security.
Children's Privacy
The App is intended for adult users planning trips for their families.
Parents may enter limited information about children such as:
- Ages
- Birthdays
- Accessibility needs
We do not knowingly collect personal data directly from children under 13.
Parents may request deletion of child-related data at any time.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Delete personal information
- Restrict or object to processing
- Request data portability
Requests can be submitted by contacting: support@u-gotrip.com
Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:
- Provide App services
- Maintain user accounts
- Meet legal obligations
When accounts are deleted, personal data is deleted or anonymized unless retention is legally required.
International Data Transfers
If you access the App from outside the United States, your data may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other jurisdictions where our service providers operate.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
Material changes may be communicated through:
- App notifications
- Email notices
- Updated effective date
Continued use of the App after updates indicates acceptance.
Contact Us
For privacy questions or requests:
- Email: support@u-gotrip.com
- Company: U-GoTrip LLC
For privacy questions or requests, contact us at support@u-gotrip.com