Gear - Privacy Policy

Gear

Privacy Policy                                                      Effective Date: May 31, 2026

Welcome to GEAR.

GEAR is a workshop billing and management application designed to help businesses efficiently manage invoices, customer information, GST billing, inventory, and day-to-day workshop operations.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use the GEAR mobile application and related services.

By accessing or using GEAR, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with its terms.

1. Information We Collect

    We may collect the following types of information:

    a) Personal Information

     When you create an account or use our services, we may collect:

•     Name 
•     Email address
•     Mobile number
•     Business name
•     Workshop address
•     GST number
•     Bank account information (only if provided by the user for invoice or business purposes)

    b) Customer Information

     Users may store customer-related information within the application, including:

•    Customer names
•    Phone numbers
•    Addresses
•    Vehicle or billing details
•    GST information (when required for GST invoices)

    c) Device & Usage Information

     We may automatically collect:

•    Device identifiers
•    Crash logs and diagnostics
•    App usage information

    d) Advertising Data
          

        Our app may display advertisements through third-party ad providers such as Google AdMob. These providers may collect advertising identifiers and usage information for personalized or non-personalized ads.

2.Trademarks and Vehicle Information

               Users may create, edit, and store vehicle brands, model names, and related information within the application.

All trademarks, brand names, logos, vehicle names, and model names are the property of their respective owners. Any such names used within the application are used solely for identification, reference, compatibility, inventory, billing, service, or record-keeping purposes.

The application is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or officially connected with any vehicle manufacturer, brand owner, or trademark holder unless explicitly stated.

User-generated vehicle information entered into the application remains the responsibility of the user.

3. How We Use Your Information

     We use collected information for the following purposes:

•      To provide workshop billing services
•      To create and manage inventory
•      To maintain customer records
•      To improve app functionality and performance
•      To provide customer support
•      To authenticate users
•      To ensure app security
•      To comply with legal obligations
•      To display advertisements
•      To analyze app usage and improve user experience.

4. Data Storage and Security

        We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information.

         However, no electronic storage or internet transmission method is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Sharing of Information

     We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.   

        

        We may share information in the following situations:

•    With service providers who help operate our services
•    With analytics providers
•    With advertising partners
•    When required by law
•    To protect our legal rights and prevent fraud

6. Third Party Services

•    Google AdMob
•    Firebase Analytics
•    Realtime Database

These third-party services may collect and process data according to their own privacy policies.  

Google Privacy Policy:  https://policies.google.com/privacy

7. User Data Retention

        We retain information for as long as necessary to provide services and comply with legal obligations. 

 

Users may request account deletion by contacting us through the email provided below.

8. Permissions Used

•  Internet Access – Required for authentication, cloud synchronization, advertisements, and other online features.

•  Notification Permission – Used to send important alerts, billing reminders, account-related updates, synchronization status, and multi-device activity notifications. These notifications help users stay informed about updates and essential workshop management activities.

9. Children's Privacy

GEAR is not intended for children under 13 years of age.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

10. Your Rights

     Depending on your region, you may have rights to:

• Access your information
• Correct inaccurate information
• Request deletion of data
• Withdraw consent

You may contact us regarding any privacy-related requests.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

    Email : blueleafsoft@gmail.com