Privacy Policy
How we protect and handle your data
Last updated: July 2025
Introduction
At Philly Parking Buddy ("we," "our," or "us"), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our parking notification service.
Information We Collect
Personal Information You Provide
- Email address for account creation and notifications
- Password (encrypted and stored securely)
- Addresses you choose to monitor
- Notification preferences
Information We Collect Automatically
- Usage data and app interactions
- Device information (browser type, operating system)
- Log data (access times, pages viewed, IP addresses)
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide parking restriction notifications for your selected locations
- Maintain and improve our service
- Send important service updates and communications
- Respond to support requests
- Ensure account security
- Comply with legal obligations
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share information only when:
- You give explicit consent
- Required by law or court order
- Needed to protect our rights or users’ safety
- Working with trusted service providers who operate under confidentiality agreements
Data Security
We use industry-standard security measures, including encrypted connections and secure credential storage, to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
Your Rights
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request corrections or deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent for marketing communications
- Export your data or permanently delete your account
You can manage these requests in the app or by contacting privacy@phillyparkingbuddy.com.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this policy or our privacy practices, please email privacy@phillyparkingbuddy.com.