Privacy Policy

Last Updated: April 11, 2026

Path Engine ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: When you create an account, we collect authentication credentials through Firebase Authentication. You can choose to sign in with:
  • Sign in with Apple (iOS/macOS): We receive your Apple ID email address (which may be a private relay address to protect your privacy) and optionally your name. Apple controls what information is shared with us.
  • Sign in with Google: We receive your Google account email address.
  Authentication is separate from calendar access. You can authenticate with Apple and still choose to connect your Google Calendar separately (see below).
• Google Calendar Data (Optional): Regardless of which authentication method you use, you can optionally connect your Google Calendar. With your permission, we access your Google Calendar to read event details including event times, titles, and locations to help you create travel alerts. We only request read-only access and do not modify your calendar. Calendar connection is separate from authentication—you can sign in with Apple and still connect Google Calendar.
• Location Preferences: Addresses and locations you save for route planning.
• Schedule Information: Appointment times and preparation preferences you enter.

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Usage Data: Information about how you interact with the app, including features used and app performance data.
• Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information.
• Push Notification Tokens: Device tokens (FCM tokens) necessary to send you travel alert notifications.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Provide and maintain our route planning and notification services
• Read your Google Calendar events to help you create travel alerts
• Calculate accurate travel times to your destinations using Google Maps
• Send timely push notifications about when to leave
• Improve app functionality and user experience
• Respond to your requests and provide customer support
• Detect, prevent, and address technical issues
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

3.1 Service Providers

• Apple Sign In: We use Apple's authentication service for secure sign-in on iOS and macOS devices. See Apple's Privacy Policy
• Google Maps API: We use Google Maps to calculate routes and travel times
• Google Calendar API: With your permission, we access Google Calendar data to read your events
• Firebase: We use Firebase for authentication, cloud storage, and analytics

3.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.

4. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely using Firebase Cloud Firestore with industry-standard encryption. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data (see Section 6 below for detailed instructions)
• Calendar Permissions: Revoke Google Calendar access in your Google Account settings
• Notification Settings: Manage notification preferences within the app or device settings

6. Account and Data Deletion

6.1 How to Request Account Deletion

If you wish to delete your Path Engine account and associated data, please follow these steps:

1. Send an email to mkinnander@bteamsoftware.com
2. Use the subject line: "Path Engine Account Deletion Request"
3. Include the email address associated with your Path Engine account
4. We will process your request and send you a confirmation email within 3 business days

6.2 What Data Will Be Deleted

When you request account deletion, the following data will be permanently deleted:

• Your email address and authentication credentials
• All travel alerts you have created
• All saved alert templates
• Your location preferences and saved addresses
• Your schedule information and preparation preferences
• Push notification tokens (FCM tokens)
• Google Calendar access tokens
• All user-generated content associated with your account

6.3 Data Retention After Deletion

Your account and all associated personal data will be permanently deleted within 30 days of your deletion request. We may retain certain information only if required by law or for legitimate business purposes such as:

• Aggregated, anonymized usage statistics that cannot identify you
• Information required to comply with legal obligations or resolve disputes
• Backup copies in our systems, which are automatically purged within 90 days

After deletion, your data cannot be recovered.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not request account deletion, we will retain your data as long as your account remains active or as needed to provide you services.

8. Children's Privacy

Our service is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

10. Third-Party Services

Our app integrates with the following third-party services:

• Apple Sign In: For secure authentication on iOS and macOS. Apple may provide a privacy-focused relay email address. See Apple's Privacy Policy
• Google Sign In: For authentication and calendar access. See Google's Privacy Policy
• Google Maps Platform: For location services and route calculation. See Google's Privacy Policy
• Firebase (Google): For authentication, database, and analytics. See Firebase Privacy Policy

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using our service, you consent to such transfers.

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