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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 8th July 2026 · Last Updated: 8th July 2026

Welcome to TowBuddy ("TowBuddy", "we", "our", or "us"). TowBuddy respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and protect your information when you use our website, mobile application, customer support services, or any other services provided by TowBuddy. By accessing or using TowBuddy, you agree to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

1. About TowBuddy

TowBuddy is an online technology platform that connects customers requiring towing and roadside assistance with independent towing companies and service providers.

TowBuddy acts only as a marketplace and does not itself provide towing services.

2. Information We Collect

A. Personal Information

When you use TowBuddy, we may collect:

  • Full Name
  • Mobile Number
  • Email Address
  • Residential or Pickup Address
  • GPS Location
  • Vehicle Registration Number
  • Vehicle Make and Model
  • Vehicle Type
  • Payment Information
  • Billing Details
  • Emergency Contact (if provided)

B. Towing Partner Information

For registered towing partners, we may collect:

  • Business Name
  • Proprietor/Company Name
  • Contact Details
  • GST Number (if applicable)
  • PAN Number
  • Aadhaar (where required and lawful)
  • Driving Licence Details
  • Vehicle Registration Certificate (RC)
  • Vehicle Insurance Details
  • Bank Account Details
  • UPI ID
  • Profile Photo
  • Vehicle Photographs
  • Service Areas

C. Device Information

We may automatically collect:

  • IP Address
  • Browser Type
  • Device Type
  • Device ID
  • Operating System
  • App Version
  • Language Preference
  • Time Zone
  • Crash Reports
  • Cookies and Similar Technologies

D. Location Information

TowBuddy uses GPS and location services to:

  • Find nearby towing partners.
  • Display your pickup location.
  • Track the assigned towing vehicle.
  • Improve service efficiency.
  • Detect fraud or misuse.

Location data is collected only with your permission where required by your device settings.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Process towing requests.
  • Connect customers with towing partners.
  • Confirm bookings.
  • Provide live tracking.
  • Process payments and refunds.
  • Respond to customer support requests.
  • Verify towing partners.
  • Improve our services.
  • Prevent fraud and abuse.
  • Send booking updates and notifications.
  • Comply with legal obligations.
  • Maintain platform security.

4. Sharing of Information

We may share your information with:

A. Towing Partners

To enable the requested service, we may share:

  • Customer name
  • Contact number
  • Pickup location
  • Destination
  • Vehicle details

Only information necessary to complete the service will be shared.

B. Payment Service Providers

Payment details may be shared with secure payment gateways for processing transactions. TowBuddy does not store your debit card, credit card, or internet banking credentials.

C. Government Authorities

Where required by law, court order, or regulatory authority, we may disclose your information to:

  • Law enforcement agencies
  • Courts
  • Government departments
  • Regulatory authorities

D. Service Providers

We may engage trusted third-party vendors for:

  • Cloud hosting
  • SMS services
  • Email delivery
  • Analytics
  • Customer support
  • Technical maintenance

These service providers are required to protect your information and use it only for the services they provide to TowBuddy.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide our services.
  • Maintain business records.
  • Resolve disputes.
  • Comply with legal obligations.
  • Enforce our agreements.

When information is no longer required, it will be securely deleted or anonymized where appropriate.

6. Cookies

TowBuddy may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Remember user preferences.
  • Improve website functionality.
  • Analyse website traffic.
  • Enhance user experience.
  • Improve security.

You may choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, although some features of the website may not function properly.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect your information, including:

  • SSL encryption
  • Secure servers
  • Access controls
  • Password protection
  • Firewalls
  • Regular security monitoring

While we strive to protect your information, no system can guarantee absolute security.

8. Your Rights

Subject to applicable law, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal information.
  • Correct inaccurate information.
  • Update your details.
  • Request deletion of your information.
  • Withdraw consent where applicable.
  • Object to certain processing activities.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.

9. Children's Privacy

TowBuddy is not intended for individuals under the age of 18 years. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that information has been collected from a child without appropriate authorization, we will take reasonable steps to delete it.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website or application may contain links to third-party websites. TowBuddy is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of those third-party websites. Users should review the privacy policies of any external websites they visit.

11. Marketing Communications

With your consent where required, we may send:

  • Booking confirmations
  • Service updates
  • Promotional offers
  • Discounts
  • Product announcements
  • Newsletters

You may opt out of promotional communications at any time using the unsubscribe option or by contacting us.

12. Changes to this Privacy Policy

TowBuddy reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. The revised policy will be posted on our website with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the platform after changes are published constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or the way your personal information is handled, please contact us:

TowBuddy

Website: www.towbuddy.in

Email: support@towbuddy.in

Customer Support: 9867009274

14. Consent

By accessing or using the TowBuddy website, mobile application, or services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection, use, storage, and disclosure of your personal information as described herein.