BridgeWise Privacy Policy
Last updated: 2026-03-07
BridgeWise provides route-planning assistance for heavy vehicles.
Data We Use
- Account information (email, display name) for sign-in and user features.
- Location data (when permission is granted) for route planning and map centering.
- Route and waypoint data entered by the user.
- Local device storage for saved routes and disclaimer acceptance state.
How Data Is Used
- To provide map, routing, safety overlays, and route export features.
- To support account access and saved route recall.
- To improve reliability and security of app services.
Third-Party Services
BridgeWise may use third-party services for maps, geocoding, routing, and authentication, including but not limited to OpenStreetMap/Nominatim, OSRM, Google Maps (when user launches external navigation), and Firebase Authentication.
Each third-party service applies its own terms and privacy policies.
Data Accuracy
BridgeWise uses publicly available and third-party datasets. Data may be incomplete, outdated, or inaccurate.
User Responsibility
Users must independently verify road signage, legal restrictions, and safety conditions before and during travel.
NHVR Verification
Heavy vehicle operators should verify route access and permit requirements via NHVR resources:
- https://www.nhvr.gov.au/road-access/route-planner
- https://www.nhvr.gov.au/road-access/access-management/do-i-need-a-permit
Data Retention
Locally stored route history remains on the device unless the user clears app data or removes saved routes.
Contact
For privacy or legal inquiries, use the support contact listed in the app Play listing and website.