Privacy Policy for M365 BLE App

**Last Updated: January 4, 2026**

## Introduction

M365 BLE App ("we", "our", or "the App") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.

## Information We Collect

### 1. Device Information

- **Bluetooth Device Data**: We collect information about nearby Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) devices, including device names, MAC addresses, and signal strength (RSSI) for the purpose of connecting to compatible electric scooters.

- **Device Binding Information**: When you register/bind a scooter, we store encrypted device credentials locally on your device.

### 2. Location Information

- **Approximate Location**: We request location permissions solely to enable Bluetooth scanning, as required by Android OS. We do NOT track, store, or transmit your geographic location to any servers.

### 3. Scooter Telemetry Data

- **Vehicle Data**: Speed, battery level, odometer readings, and motor status are collected from connected scooters for display purposes only.

## How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information exclusively to:

- Enable Bluetooth connection to your electric scooter

- Display real-time vehicle status and statistics

- Store device pairing information locally for reconnection

## Data Storage and Security

- **Local Storage Only**: All data is stored locally on your device using Android's encrypted storage (EncryptedSharedPreferences).

- **No Cloud Transmission**: We do NOT transmit any personal data, location data, or device information to external servers.

- **No Third-Party Sharing**: We do NOT share, sell, or transfer your data to any third parties.

## Permissions Required

| Permission | Purpose |

|------------|---------|

| Bluetooth | Connect to BLE-enabled scooters |

| Location | Required by Android for BLE scanning (not used for tracking) |

| Internet | Optional: Future firmware update features only |

## Data Retention

- Device binding credentials are stored until you manually disconnect/unbind the device or uninstall the app.

- No usage history or telemetry data is permanently stored.

## Your Rights

You have the right to:

- **Delete**: Uninstall the app to remove all locally stored data

- **Revoke Permissions**: Disable Bluetooth/Location permissions in Android settings at any time

## Children's Privacy

This App is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

## Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be reflected in the "Last Updated" date above.

## Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

**Email**: [your-email@example.com]  

**GitHub**: [your-github-repo-url]

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