Our cab booking service mobile app requires specific permissions to ensure seamless functionality, enhance user experience, and provide necessary safety measures. Below is a detailed explanation of the permissions requested and how the app uses the associated data.

1. Location Permissions

android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION
android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION
android.permission.ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION

These permissions allow the app to access precise and approximate location data to:

• Determine the user's real-time location for accurate pickup and drop-off services.
• Enable background location tracking for ongoing rides, even when the app is minimized.
• Ensure driver and passenger safety by enabling route tracking.

Data Usage:

• User's location data is used only for navigation, ride matching, and trip history.
• Background location is used to improve real-time ride tracking and driver allocation.
• Location data is never shared with third parties for advertising purposes.

2. Network Permissions

android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE
android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE
android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE

These permissions help the app check the internet connection status and optimize network usage.

Data Usage:

• The app uses network status to notify users of connectivity issues and ensure ride updates are received in real-time.
• It does not track or store browsing data.

3. Camera & Media Permissions

android.permission.CAMERA
android.permission.READ_MEDIA_IMAGES
android.permission.READ_MEDIA_VISUAL_USER_SELECTED
android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE

These permissions allow users to:

• Capture and upload profile pictures or documents for verification.
• Upload images related to rides (e.g., receipts, vehicle photos for drivers).

Data Usage:

• Images taken using the camera are only used for verification and profile purposes.
• No media files are accessed without user permission.

4. Audio Permissions

android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO

This permission is required for:

• Enabling voice search or voice command functionalities.
• Allowing in-app calling between riders and drivers.

Data Usage:

• Audio data is only processed in real-time and is not stored or shared.

5. Foreground & Background Services

android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_LOCATION

These permissions allow the app to:

• Maintain ride-tracking even when running in the background.
• Keep ride requests and navigation active without interruptions.

Data Usage:

• Used solely for improving ride continuity.
• The app does not collect additional background data beyond what is necessary for tracking trips.

6. Notifications & System Alert

android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS
android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW
android.permission.USE_FULL_SCREEN_INTENT

These permissions allow the app to send:

• Ride request notifications.
• Trip status updates and important alerts.
• Full-screen ride request pop-ups when the app is running in the background.

Data Usage:

• Notification data is limited to ride-related alerts and app updates.

7. Wake Lock & Boot Completion

android.permission.WAKE_LOCK
android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED

These permissions help the app:

• Keep ride tracking active when the screen is off.
• Automatically resume essential services after a device restart.

Data Usage:

• These are used for app functionality and do not involve data collection.

8. Activity Recognition

android.permission.ACTIVITY_RECOGNITION

This permission helps detect motion-related activities (e.g., driving vs. walking) to:

• Improve trip tracking and ride allocation accuracy.
• Enhance security features by identifying driver activity.

Data Usage:

• The app does not store or share activity data beyond what is needed for ride matching.

9. Contacts Permissions

android.permission.READ_CONTACTS
android.permission.WRITE_CONTACTS

These permissions are used for:

• Inviting friends to use the app (optional feature).
• Quick access to emergency contacts if needed.

Data Usage:

• Contacts are only accessed when users opt-in for the features.
• No contact data is stored or shared without user consent.

10. Alarm & Vibration

android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM
android.permission.VIBRATE

These permissions allow:

• Timely ride reminders and notifications.
• Vibrations for important ride alerts.

Data Usage:

• No additional data is collected beyond app functionality needs.

Final Note on Data Safety

We take user privacy seriously and ensure that data collected through these permissions is used strictly for app functionality. Our app does not share, sell, or misuse any personal data beyond what is necessary for ride-booking operations.

For more information, please refer to our Privacy Policy or contact our support team for any concerns.