AI OBD2 Scanner Privacy Policy
AI OBD2 Scanner is a smart, read-only vehicle diagnostic application published by Kukkabu Studios. We believe your vehicle telemetry is personal. Our application operates on a local-first architecture where vehicle diagnostic readings remain on your device and are never sold or shared with insurers.
1. Local-First Vehicle Telemetry
AI OBD2 Scanner connects directly to your physical ELM327 OBD-II adapter via Bluetooth or local Wi-Fi. All vehicle telemetry — including Vehicle Identification Numbers (VIN), Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), sensor parameters (RPM, coolant temperature, speed, fuel trim), Freeze Frame snapshots, and battery voltages — is processed locally in temporary memory on your device. We do not track your GPS location, driving routes, driving behavior, or acceleration profiles. We never sell, rent, or monetize your vehicle data to auto insurers, brokers, advertisers, or third parties.
2. Optional User Accounts & Authentication
You can use all core diagnostic functions of AI OBD2 Scanner (reading and clearing trouble codes, viewing live sensor gauges, checking battery health, and running I/M emissions tests) entirely offline without creating an account or signing in. If you choose to use the AI Diagnostic Assistant or synchronize diagnostic credit balances across devices, you can sign in using Google Sign-In (OAuth). When you sign in, we receive and store: • Your Google User ID • Your email address and display name • Your diagnostic analysis credit balance and transaction timestamps Authentication and cloud balance storage are handled securely through Supabase with Row Level Security (RLS) and encrypted transport (TLS 1.3).
3. AI Diagnostic Assistant Processing
When you explicitly tap "AI Diagnosis" to analyze a vehicle trouble code, the app transmits relevant technical context — the DTC code (e.g. P0420), vehicle make, year, model (if entered), and freeze frame sensor readings — to our secure backend Edge Functions powered by Google Gemini API. This diagnostic context is transmitted securely over HTTPS and is used solely to generate mechanical repair suggestions, severity assessments, and troubleshooting steps. Prompts do not contain personal identifiers, payment details, or location data.
4. In-App Advertising (Google AdMob)
To provide free access to AI diagnostics, AI OBD2 Scanner integrates Google Mobile Ads (AdMob) for optional rewarded video ads. Users only see an ad when they voluntarily choose to watch one to unlock extra AI diagnostic analyses. The Google Mobile Ads SDK may collect and process device identifiers, including the Android Advertising ID (com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID), IP address, and interaction data to serve ads, prevent invalid click fraud, and monitor performance. Users can reset their Advertising ID or opt out of personalized ads at any time via Android Settings → Google → Ads.
5. In-App Purchases (Google Play Billing)
Users may purchase optional AI diagnostic credit packages via Google Play In-App Billing. All payment transactions, card processing, and billing operations are handled exclusively by Google Play. Kukkabu Studios never receives, handles, or stores your credit card or financial account numbers.
6. Permissions Used by the App
The app requests only permissions strictly necessary for its functionality: • Bluetooth & Nearby Devices (BLUETOOTH_SCAN, BLUETOOTH_CONNECT): Required to discover, pair, and communicate with wireless ELM327 Bluetooth OBD-II adapters. • Internet (INTERNET, ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE): Required for optional Google Sign-In, AI diagnosis queries, Google Play in-app purchases, and AdMob rewarded ads. • Foreground Service (FOREGROUND_SERVICE): Allows uninterrupted sensor data streaming while the user keeps the diagnostic session active.
7. Data Retention & Account Deletion
Diagnostic sensor data is processed in real time and is not retained on remote servers. If you create an account, your profile and credit balance are retained in Supabase as long as your account is active. You have the right to request the permanent deletion of your account and all associated records at any time. You can submit a deletion request via our web portal at https://kukkabu.com/delete-account?tab=ai-obd2-scanner or by emailing support@kukkabu.com. All account identifiers and stored records will be permanently purged within 30 days.
8. Children's Privacy
AI OBD2 Scanner is a vehicle diagnostic tool and is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or data privacy requests regarding AI OBD2 Scanner, please reach out to our privacy team at support@kukkabu.com.