Privacy Policy

This section specifically addresses how Drive Dash AI handles data obtained through Google APIs, in strict compliance with Google's API Services User Data Policy and the OAuth 2.0 protocol.Google Limited Use Disclosure:Drive Dash AI's use and transfer to any other app of information received from Google APIs will adhere to Google API Services User Data Policy, including the Limited Use requirements.

2a. How We Access Google DataWith your explicit authorization via Google OAuth 2.0, Drive Dash AI requests access to the following Google account data and services:- Google Business Profile (GBP) data: Business name, address, phone number, business hours, categories, photos, posts, Q&A entries, and customer review content associated with your verified business listing(s).- Google account identity data: Your Google account email address and basic profile information (name, profile picture) used solely to authenticate your account and associate it with your Drive Dash AI subscription.- Google Search Console data (if connected): Search performance metrics, keyword impressions, and click-through data related to your business website, used to inform local SEO recommendations.We request only the minimum Google API scopes necessary to deliver the features you use. You may review and revoke these permissions at any time via your Google Account permissions page.

2b. How We Use Google DataGoogle user data accessed through our integration is used exclusively to provide and improve the Drive Dash AI Service. Specifically, we use this data to:- Display and manage your Google Business Profile listing within the Drive Dash AI dashboard.- Publish updates, posts, photos, and responses to your GBP listing on your behalf, as directed by you.- Generate AI-assisted content suggestions based on your business profile information.- Surface local SEO insights and recommendations derived from your search performance data.- Track review activity and provide automated review request and response workflows.- Authenticate your identity and maintain your secure session within the application.Important Data Use Restrictions:- We do not use Google user data to train AI or machine learning models.- We do not use your Google data for advertising purposes.- We do not share, sell, rent, or transfer your Google user data to any third party for their independent use.

2c. How We Store Google DataGoogle user data is stored on secure servers hosted in the United States using industry-standard encryption (AES-256 at rest, TLS 1.2+ in transit). OAuth access tokens and refresh tokens are encrypted before storage and are never logged in plaintext. We retain Google user data only for as long as your account is active or as necessary to provide the Service.Cached GBP data (such as business hours, photos, and post history) is stored temporarily to enable faster dashboard performance. This cached data is refreshed regularly and is automatically deleted within 30 days of account termination or disconnection of your Google account.

2d. How We Share Google DataWe do not sell, rent, or trade your Google user data. We share Google user data only in the following limited circumstances:- Service providers: We share data with trusted third-party vendors who assist in operating the Service (e.g., cloud hosting providers, database services). These providers are contractually bound to handle data only on our behalf, in accordance with this policy, and in compliance with Google's Limited Use requirements.- Legal compliance: We may disclose data if required to do so by law, court order, or governmental authority, or if we believe in good faith that such action is necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of Drive Dash AI, our users, or the public.- Business transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your data may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you via email and/or a prominent notice on our website before your data is transferred and becomes subject to a different privacy policy.