Free Rider Problem helps friends split trip costs. We collect only the data needed to make the app work, and this page explains what that data is.
DATA WE COLLECT
Free Rider Problem collects the following data:
- Display name — The name you choose during onboarding
- Avatar emoji — The emoji you select to represent yourself
- Invite code — Your unique 6-character identifier
- Vehicle information — Name, fuel type, efficiency, and last energy rate for your vehicles
- Trip data — Routes, distances, costs, and rider information for trips you log
- Balance data — Running cost balances between you and your friends
- Friend connections — Which users you are connected to via invite codes
- Saved routes — Origin, destination, and distance for your frequently-used routes
DATA WE DO NOT COLLECT
- Email addresses
- Phone numbers
- Passwords
- Location tracking or GPS coordinates
- Payment information or financial data
- Contacts or address book data
- Device identifiers for advertising
- Browsing or app usage analytics
HOW DISTANCE IS CALCULATED
Trip distances are calculated using Apple's MKDirections API, which runs on-device. Your origin and destination addresses are sent to Apple's servers to calculate driving distance, subject to Apple's Privacy Policy. We do not store raw addresses beyond what is needed for saved routes.
DATA STORAGE AND SYNC
Your data is stored and synced using Convex, a real-time backend service. Convex handles:
- Real-time data sync between devices and users
- Server-side storage for trips, balances, and user profiles
You can learn more about Convex's data handling at convex.dev/legal/privacy.
THIRD-PARTY SERVICES
- Convex — Backend data storage and real-time sync
- Apple MKDirections — On-device distance calculation
We do not use any advertising networks, analytics SDKs, crash reporting services, or social media trackers.
ACCOUNT AND IDENTITY
Free Rider Problem uses invite codes instead of traditional accounts. Your invite code is your identity. This means:
- No password to remember or reset
- No email verification required
- No phone number verification
- Your invite code is the key to your data
DATA RETENTION
Your data is retained for as long as you use the app. Trip history and balance records are kept to maintain accurate running totals between friends. We do not automatically delete historical data.
DATA DELETION
To request deletion of your data, contact us at [email protected]. We will delete your user profile, trip history, vehicle information, and balance records. Note that this may affect the balance records of your connected friends.
CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
Free Rider Problem is not designed for or directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.
CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
CONTACT
If you have questions about this privacy policy or how your data is handled, contact us at: