Privacy Policy

App Name: Manchester Bee Bus/Tram Times

Developer: J Pearson

Location: Manchester & London, United Kingdom

Last Updated: April 16, 2026

🎯 Privacy at a Glance

Manchester Bee Bus/Tram Times prioritize your privacy while providing real-time Greater Manchester transport information.

✅ No personal information collected - No accounts or emails required.
📍 Location used locally only - For nearby stops; never uploaded or shared.
📊 Anonymous analytics - Crash reports and usage statistics via Firebase (no personal data).
📱 Ad-supported - Google AdMob displays ads to keep the app free.
🔒 No data selling - Your data is never sold or shared with third parties.

1. Introduction

Welcome to Manchester Bee Bus/Tram Times! This privacy policy explains how J Pearson handles information when you use the application for Android devices.

Independent App Notice: Manchester Bee Bus/Tram Times is an independent app. Bus, tram, and rail information is sourced from official open data (BODS, TfGM, and National Rail). We are not affiliated with Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM).

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Location Data (Optional, Used Locally Only)

Purpose: To show nearby bus stops, Metrolink stations, and provide location-based journey planning.

            Local processing: Your location is processed on your device to find nearby stations.
Never uploaded: Your GPS coordinates are NEVER sent to our servers.
Optional: You can deny location permission and still use search features.

        

2.2 Usage Analytics & Crash Reports

Purpose: To identify bugs and improve app performance.

We use Firebase Analytics and Crashlytics to collect anonymous technical data:

Anonymous usage patterns (buttons clicked, features used).
Technical crash logs (device model, Android version).
No personal identification data is ever included in these reports.

2.3 Advertising Data (Google AdMob)

Purpose: To display advertisements that keep the app free.

Google AdMob may collect device identifiers to serve relevant ads. You can opt-out of personalized ads in your Android Google settings.

3. How We Use Information

Data Type	Purpose	Storage
Location (GPS)	Find nearby stops	Local only
Favorites	Quick access	Local device storage
Analytics	App improvement	Firebase (Anonymous)

4. Contact Information

For questions about this policy, please contact us at: support@buscommander.app