Last Updated: December 24th 2025

BLACKBADGE Transportation LLC (“BLACKBADGE,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use the BLACKBADGE mobile application, website, and related services (collectively, the “Services”).

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

1. Information We Collect

a. Personal Information

When you use our Services, we may collect personal information including, but not limited to:

• Full name
   
• Email address
   
• Mobile phone number
   
• Billing and pickup/drop-off addresses
   
• City, state, and ZIP/postal code
   
• Account and booking details
   

b. SMS and Communication Data

We collect mobile phone numbers only when users voluntarily provide them and explicitly consent to receive transactional SMS communications.

SMS messages are used strictly for:

• Ride confirmations
   
• Chauffeur arrival alerts
   
• Trip updates
   
• Payment notifications
   
• Customer support communications
   

BLACKBADGE does not send marketing or promotional SMS messages under this program.

2. SMS Consent & Messaging Practices

By providing your mobile number and checking an explicit consent checkbox during account registration or ride booking, you agree to receive transactional SMS notifications from BLACKBADGE.

• Message frequency varies
   
• You may reply STOP at any time to opt out
   
• You may reply HELP for assistance
   
• Message and data rates may apply
   

We do not sell, rent, or share SMS consent or phone numbers with third parties for marketing purposes.

3. Permissions & Device Access

a. Camera & Files

We may request access to your device camera and image files to:

• Upload identification documents
   
• Verify driver or customer credentials
   
• Upload trip-related documentation
   

b. Contacts

Contact access is requested only for emergency features when enabled by the user. We do not store or share contact data without user consent.

c. Phone State

Used solely for account verification and secure authentication purposes.

4. Location Information

a. Foreground Location (ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION / ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION)

Used to:

• Enable accurate pickup and drop-off
   
• Provide real-time trip tracking
   
• Improve service accuracy and safety
   

b. Background Location (ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION)

Used only during active trips to:

• Track ride progress
   
• Ensure safety and service reliability
   

We do not sell or share location data with advertisers or unrelated third parties.

5. Usage Data

We may automatically collect usage data such as:

• IP address
   
• Device type and operating system
   
• App usage statistics
   
• Diagnostic and performance data
   

This data is used to improve functionality, security, and user experience.

6. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Provide and operate our Services
   
• Process bookings and payments
   
• Communicate transactional updates
   
• Improve app performance and security
   
• Comply with legal obligations
   

7. Data Sharing & Disclosure

We may share information only with:

• Service providers necessary to operate our platform
   
• Payment processors
   
• Regulatory or legal authorities when required by law
   

We do not sell personal data or SMS consent information.

8. Data Security

We implement commercially reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. While no system is 100% secure, we take privacy protection seriously.

9. Your Rights & Choices

You may:

• Opt out of SMS by replying STOP
   
• Disable permissions through device settings
   
• Request account data access or deletion (subject to legal obligations)

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted within the app and/or on our website. Continued use of the Services constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, you may contact us at:

📧 contact@blackbadgetransportation.com
🌐 https://blackbadgetransportation.com