Last updated: 08/23/2026
YATI (Your Adaptive Traffic Intelligence) is Bangalore's community-powered traffic solution that combines real-time reports, smart predictions, and verified trust scores. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it to improve traffic intelligence, and how your privacy is protected.
YATI collects minimal data necessary for traffic intelligence:
- Traffic Reports: Location, issue type (heavy/accident/waterlogging), additional details, and timestamps of traffic incidents you report.
- User Account Data: If you register: username, email, password (encrypted), and trust score based on report accuracy.
- Route Data: Origin and destination addresses you enter for route planning (processed locally when possible).
- App Usage Data: Anonymous usage patterns, feature preferences, and map interaction data to improve user experience.
- Device Information: Device type, OS version, and app version for compatibility and performance optimization.
Your information powers Bangalore's traffic intelligence:
- Traffic Intelligence: Process and display real-time traffic conditions on maps for all users.
- Trust Verification: Calculate accuracy scores for reporters to ensure reliable traffic data.
- Route Optimization: Provide smart route suggestions based on current conditions and historical patterns.
- Community Safety: Verify and prioritize critical reports (accidents, road blocks) for faster response.
- App Improvement: Analyze usage patterns to enhance features and fix issues.
We implement multiple layers of protection:
- Encryption: All sensitive data is encrypted in transit (HTTPS) and at rest.
- Minimal Storage: We store only necessary data for traffic functionality.
- Local Processing: Route calculations and map interactions process data locally when possible.
- Secure Backend: WordPress-powered backend with regular security updates and nonce-based authentication.
- Guest Mode: Use basic features without creating an account or sharing personal information.
We respect your location privacy:
- No Continuous Tracking: We do not track your location continuously.
- Report-Specific: Location data is collected only when you submit traffic reports.
- Route Planning: Route data is used only for calculating optimal paths and is not stored indefinitely.
- Map Integration: Uses OpenStreetMap (privacy-respecting) and Google Maps only when you explicitly choose to verify routes.
You have complete control over your data:
- Report Management: View, edit, or delete your traffic reports from your profile.
- Account Deletion: Permanently delete your account and all associated data with one click.
- Data Export: Request a copy of your data at any time.
- Notification Control: Opt in/out of traffic alerts and notifications.
- Guest Mode: Use YATI without registration with limited functionality.
YATI integrates with these services for enhanced functionality:
- OpenStreetMap: Privacy-respecting map tiles (no tracking).
- Google Maps: Optional route verification (opens externally, subject to Google's privacy policy).
- WordPress: Secure backend platform for user management.
- Font Awesome/Google Fonts: UI icon and font services.
Note: When you use "Open in Google Maps," you're subject to Google's privacy policy for that service.
YATI is designed for general commuter use. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately.
We retain data only as long as necessary:
- Traffic Reports: Active for 24 hours, anonymized after 30 days.
- User Accounts: Retained until you delete your account.
- Route History: Not stored long-term; processed temporarily for calculations.
- Analytics Data: Aggregated and anonymized after 90 days.
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect new features or compliance requirements. Updates will be published here with a revised date. We'll notify registered users of significant changes via email.
For privacy-related questions, data requests, or concerns, please contact us at:
Your privacy matters. Every report you submit helps Bangalore commuters while we protect your data. Together, we're building smarter, safer traffic intelligence.