Privacy Policy
Last updated: September 29, 2026
1. Who we are
NeedForEase (the "App") is developed and operated by Avicado Tech LLC ("Avicado Tech," "we," "us," or "our"). This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect through the NeedForEase Android app and this website, how we use it, and who we share it with.
This policy currently covers the Android version of NeedForEase. We'll update it to reflect the iOS app once its features are live.
By using NeedForEase, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this policy.
2. Information we collect
We collect the following categories of information when you use NeedForEase:
| Category | What it includes |
|---|---|
| Account information | Email address and password, handled by Firebase Authentication. We never see or store your password in plain text. |
| Vehicle information | Make, model, year, trim, nickname, VIN, mileage, drivetrain, and maintenance/wear history for each vehicle you add. |
| Service records | Service type, date, mileage, cost, shop name, notes, any receipt photos you upload, and text extracted from those receipts. |
| 3D vehicle scans | If you use the 3D scanning feature, a short walkaround video of your vehicle, used to build a 3D model of it. |
| Camera | Used to capture the vehicle walkaround video and to photograph or scan service receipts. We do not access your photo library beyond what you explicitly select or capture. |
| Location | If you use the "Nearby Shops" feature, your device's approximate or precise location, used to find repair shops near you. |
| Purchase information | If you subscribe to NeedForEase Pro or buy scan credits, Google Play handles your payment. We only receive a purchase token/product ID confirming what you bought — never your card details. |
| Diagnostics | Crash reports and error logs that help us find and fix bugs. |
| Device & usage information | App version, operating system version, and general device type. |
3. How we use your information
- To provide the App's core features — tracking your vehicles, maintenance history, and service records.
- To generate a 3D model of your vehicle from your scan video.
- To read text off your receipts and pre-fill service record fields.
- To generate personalized maintenance advisories ("Ask Your Mechanic") using your vehicle and service history.
- To help you find repair shops near you.
- To verify purchases and manage your subscription or scan credits.
- To find and fix bugs, and improve the App over time.
- To communicate with you about your account, such as verification or support messages.
4. Who we share information with
We do not sell your personal information. We share information with the following service providers only as needed to operate the App:
Google Firebase
We use Firebase (a Google service) for account sign-in, our database, file storage, backend functions, and crash reporting. Your account, vehicle, and service record data lives in Firebase's infrastructure.
KIRI Engine
When you use 3D vehicle scanning, the walkaround video you capture is sent to KIRI Engine's photogrammetry service to build your vehicle's 3D model. The finished model is then stored in our own Firebase Storage.
Anthropic (Claude AI)
Text extracted from your receipts, and — for the "Ask Your Mechanic" feature — your vehicle's details and service history, are sent to Anthropic's Claude AI models (via our own backend, never directly from your device) to extract structured data or generate advisory text.
Google Places
When you search for nearby repair shops, your location and search terms are sent to Google's Places API to return results near you.
Google Play
Subscriptions and in-app purchases are processed entirely by Google Play. We never receive your payment card details — only a purchase token or transaction ID confirming what you bought, which we use to verify and activate your entitlement.
NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration)
We send your vehicle's VIN, make, model, and year to NHTSA's free, public vehicle-information and recall databases to decode vehicle details and check for safety recalls. NHTSA is a U.S. government service, not a commercial third party.
We may also disclose information if required by law, or to protect the rights, safety, and property of Avicado Tech LLC, our users, or others.
5. Data retention
We keep your account and vehicle data for as long as your account is active. If you request deletion of your account (see our Account & Data Deletion page), we delete your data within [30] days, except where we're required to keep certain records for legal, security, or accounting purposes.
6. Your choices and rights
- You can review, edit, or delete most vehicle and service record data directly in the App.
- You can request deletion of your account and all associated data at any time — see Account & Data Deletion.
- You can disable camera or location permissions at any time in your device settings; some features won't work without them.
- Depending on where you live, you may have additional rights — such as access, correction, deletion, or portability — under laws like the CCPA or GDPR. Contact us below to exercise these rights.
7. Children's privacy
NeedForEase is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, contact us below and we'll delete it.
8. Security
We use industry-standard safeguards, including those provided by Firebase and Google Cloud, to help protect your information. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, so we can't guarantee absolute security.
9. Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. We'll update the "Last updated" date above, and for material changes we'll provide additional notice, such as an in-app notification.
10. Contact us
Avicado Tech LLC
4126 Thomas Street, Oceanside, CA 92056
support@avicadotech.com