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Privacy Policy

Last updated: November 14, 2025

RedFOE LLC, doing business as The Carpoolio ("Carpoolio," "we," "us," "our"), operates TheCarpoolio.com (the "Platform"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our Platform.

By using the Platform, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.


1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

a. Account Information

When you create an account, we collect:

  • Your name, email address, phone number
  • Names of children you register
  • Children's ages (optional)
  • Vehicle seating capacity
  • Profile photo (optional)

b. Ride & Location Data

To facilitate carpools, we collect:

  • Pickup and drop-off addresses
  • Scheduled ride times and dates
  • Real-time location data (if you enable location services)
  • Ride history and participation records

c. Usage Data

We automatically collect:

  • Device type, operating system, browser type
  • IP address, cookies, and similar tracking technologies
  • Pages visited, features used, and time spent on the Platform

d. Communications

Messages sent through the Platform (e.g., chat between parents) may be stored to facilitate carpool coordination and for safety/security purposes.


2. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use your information solely to:

  • Operate and improve the Platform
  • Facilitate carpool matching and coordination between users
  • Display leaderboards, gamification features, and community engagement tools
  • Send service-related notifications (ride confirmations, reminders, updates)
  • Respond to support requests
  • Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Use
  • Prevent fraud, abuse, or safety incidents

3. WE DO NOT SHARE YOUR DATA WITH THIRD PARTIES

Your privacy is our priority. We do not sell, rent, trade, or share the following with third parties:

  • Children's names, ages, or any personally identifiable information about minors
  • User location data (real-time or historical)
  • Home addresses, pickup/drop-off locations
  • Ride times, schedules, or participation history
  • Any other personal information, except as described in Section 4 below.

4. LIMITED EXCEPTIONS

We may disclose your information only in the following circumstances:

a. With Your Consent

If you explicitly authorize us to share information with a third party.

b. Service Providers

We may share data with trusted vendors who perform services on our behalf (e.g., hosting, analytics, customer support), under strict confidentiality agreements. These providers are prohibited from using your data for any other purpose.

c. Legal Compliance

We may disclose information if required by law, court order, subpoena, or government request, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Carpoolio, our users, or the public.

d. Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user data may be transferred to the acquiring entity, subject to the same privacy protections.


5. DATA SECURITY

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including:

  • Encryption of data in transit (SSL/TLS)
  • Secure servers and access controls
  • Regular security audits and monitoring

However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.


6. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

The Platform is intended for use by parents and guardians to coordinate carpools for minors. We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent.

Parents are responsible for:

  • Providing accurate information about their children
  • Managing their children's participation in carpools
  • Ensuring the safety and suitability of other users

If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child without proper consent, contact us immediately at [email protected].


7. YOUR RIGHTS & CHOICES

You have the right to:

a. Access & Update

View and edit your account information at any time through your profile settings.

b. Delete Your Account

Request deletion of your account and associated data by emailing [email protected]. Some data may be retained as required by law or for legitimate business purposes (e.g., dispute resolution).

c. Opt-Out of Communications

Unsubscribe from promotional emails via the link in each message. You cannot opt out of essential service notifications.

d. Disable Location Services

Adjust your device settings to disable location tracking; note that this may limit Platform functionality.


8. COOKIES & TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Remember your preferences and login status
  • Analyze Platform usage and performance
  • Improve user experience

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect Platform functionality.


9. DATA RETENTION

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. After account deletion, we may retain certain data for legal, safety, or operational purposes (e.g., transaction records, dispute resolution).


10. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

The Platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.


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 "Last updated" date. Continued use of the Platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.


12. CONTACT US

Questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy? Contact us at:

RedFOE LLC (dba The Carpoolio)

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.thecarpoolio.com


Your trust is everything to us. We are committed to protecting your family's privacy.