Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 1st day of March, 2025
1. Introduction
Easy Drive Technologies Inc. (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data when you access or use our website, mobile applications, and related services (“Services”). By using our Services, you consent to the collection and use of your data as described in this policy.
For questions regarding this policy, contact us at:
📧  Email: info@easydrive-services.com
📍 Address: 150 Elgin Street, Suite 1073, Ottawa, Ontario K2P 1L4
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2. Purpose
The purpose of this Privacy Policy is to inform users of our Services of the following:
1. The personal data we will collect;
2. Use of collected data;
3. Who has access to the data collected;
4. The rights of users;
5. The Site and App’s cookie and tracking policy.
This Privacy Policy applies in addition to the terms and conditions of our Services.
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3. GDPR Compliance
For users in the European Union, we adhere to the Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of April 27, 2016, known as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). For users in the United Kingdom, we adhere to the GDPR as enshrined in the Data Protection Act 2018.
We have not appointed a Data Protection Officer as we do not fall within the categories of controllers and processors required to appoint a Data Protection Officer under Article 37 of the GDPR.
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4. Consent
By using our Services, users agree that they consent to:
1. The conditions set out in this Privacy Policy.
When the legal basis for us processing your personal data is that you have provided consent, you may withdraw your consent at any time. If you withdraw your consent, it will not affect the lawfulness of processing completed before your withdrawal.
How to withdraw consent: Users can withdraw consent by deleting their user account or adjusting their device settings (for mobile app permissions).
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5. Legal Basis for Processing
We collect and process personal data about users only when we have a legal basis to do so under applicable laws. These include:
1. Consent – Users explicitly agree to data collection (e.g., marketing emails, cookies, app permissions).
2. Legitimate Interests – For fraud prevention, security, and service improvements.
3. Contractual Necessity – Required to fulfill our contractual obligations (e.g., order processing, service access).
4. Legal Obligations – To comply with applicable laws (e.g., tax reporting, regulatory requirements).
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6. Personal Data We Collect
Website Data Collection
When you visit and use our Site, we may automatically collect and store the following information:
• IP address;
• Location;
• Hardware and software details;
• Clicked links;
• Content viewed;
• Cookies & tracking technologies, session data, and referring website.
Mobile App Data Collection
When you use our iOS & Android mobile applications, we may collect:
• Device identifiers (e.g., device type, operating system);
• App usage statistics;
• Crash and performance data;
• Location data (if explicitly granted by the user);
• Push notification preferences (if enabled by the user).
Our mobile apps do not process payments—all purchases and transactions are completed on our website.
How data is collected:
• Creating an account;
• Using the mobile app features;
• Adjusting preferences within the app settings.
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7. How We Use Personal Data
Website Data Is Used For:
• Security & fraud prevention;
• Analytics & website optimization;
• Marketing & advertising;
• Personalization;
• Legal compliance.
Mobile App Data Is Used For:
• App functionality and performance optimization;
• Security monitoring;
• User experience enhancements;
• Push notifications (if enabled by the user).
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8. Who We Share Personal Data With
Employees
We may disclose user data to members of our organization who reasonably need access to it to achieve the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy.
Third Parties
We may share user data with the following third parties:
• Payment processors (for website transactions only);
• Analytics providers;
• Marketing & advertising platforms;
• Web hosting & security services.
Types of shared data:
• Links clicked while using the site or app;
• IP address and general location;
• Device and browser details;
• Purchase details (excluding payment information);
• Email address (if opted into marketing);
• Cookies and tracking identifiers.
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9. Children
By using our Services, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old or have obtained parental or guardian consent to use our platform and make purchases. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 16 years of age. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal information without proper consent, we will take steps to delete such data in accordance with applicable laws.
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10. International Data Transfers
We transfer user personal data to the following countries:
• United States
• Canada
• United Kingdom
• Ireland
• Germany
• Netherlands
• France
• Australia
• Singapore
• Japan
• Other Countries
Data protection measures for international transfers:
• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) for EU-based users;
• Encryption and secure data transfer protocols;
• Compliance with PIPEDA, GDPR, and other applicable laws.
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11. Security & Storage
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including:
• Data Encryption: All data transmissions are encrypted using SSL/TLS.
• Server Protections: Our hosting provider offers firewalls, DDoS protection, and other security layers.
• Two-Factor Authentication: Applied where available.
Data Storage Location
• User data is stored in Canada.
Data Retention
• Login credentials: Can be deleted upon user request by emailing myaccount@easydrive-services.com.
• Payment information: We do not store payment details; they are handled by Stripe.
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12. AI & Automated Decision-Making
• Does Easy Drive use AI? No, Easy Drive itself does not use AI for decision-making.
• Third-Party AI Usage: Our providers (such as Stripe and hosting services) may use AI for fraud detection and operational efficiency.
• Impact on Users: No AI is used for driver verification, or ride approvals, as Easy Drive provides a private rideshare software solution where clients choose their own drivers and passengers.
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13. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies for tracking user behavior. Users can manage or disable cookies through their browser settings, but certain aspects of our Services may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
We currently do not provide an explicit opt-out mechanism for cookies. By continuing to use the Services, you consent to our use of cookies.
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14. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect legal, operational, or business changes. If significant changes are made, we will notify users through:
• A notice on our website;
• Direct email communication (where applicable);
• Updates within our platform or services.
Users are encouraged to review this policy regularly.
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15. Contact Information
For privacy-related inquiries, contact us at:
📧  Email: info@easydrive-services.com
📍 Address: 150 Elgin Street, Suite 1073, Ottawa, Ontario K2P 1L4
📧 Privacy Officer: Jim Thermitus