Privacy Policy

Applicable Applications

This privacy policy applies to the following iOS applications developed by Barneysbro:

HKBUS - Hong Kong Bus

SGBUS - Singapore Bus

Taipei Garbage Collection

Taipei Bus

LONDONBUS - London Bus

These applications are developed by Barney Chen as free ad-supported apps for iOS users. All applications offer paid options to remove ads, providing users with a better experience.

This page informs visitors about our policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information. By choosing to use our services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Important Notice:

The personal information we collect is used solely for providing and improving our services. We will not use or share your information with anyone except as described in this Privacy Policy.

Information Collection and Use

Types of information we may collect:

Device Information: Device model, operating system version, and other technical information
Location Information: All applications require GPS positioning to provide accurate transportation information services (requires your explicit authorization)
Usage Information: Application usage statistics to improve service quality
Local Storage Data: Favorite routes, search history, personalization settings, stored locally on your device only (UserDefaults)
In-App Purchase Information: Purchase records for paid ad removal features (processed through Apple App Store)
Push Notification Permission: Only the "Taipei Garbage Collection" app uses push notification features

Location Information Usage:

All our applications need to access your location information to provide the following services:

Transportation apps (HKBUS, SGBUS, Taipei Bus, LONDONBUS): Display nearby bus stops, provide personalized route suggestions, calculate arrival times and distances
Taipei Garbage Collection: Display nearby garbage truck locations, calculate garbage truck arrival times, provide push notifications

You can turn off location permissions in iOS Settings at any time, but this may affect the core functionality of the applications.

Local Data Storage:

We store the following information locally on your device, and this data is not uploaded to our servers:

Your favorite bus routes or garbage truck routes
Recent search history
Application personalization settings

This data is stored only on your device and is not synced to the cloud or shared with other devices.

Third-Party Services

Our applications use the following third-party services, which may collect information used to identify you:

Google AdMob - Used for displaying ads (used by all applications, can be removed through in-app purchase)
Google Analytics for Firebase - Used for application analytics (used by all applications)
Firebase Crashlytics - Used for error reporting and application stability improvement
Apple App Store & In-App Purchase - Used for processing paid ad removal features

In-App Purchases

All our applications offer paid options to remove ads, providing users with a cleaner experience. In-app purchase functionality is completely handled by Apple App Store, and we do not collect or store your payment information.

In-App Purchase Information:

Payment Processing: All payment transactions are securely handled by Apple
Purchase Records: Purchase status is stored locally on your device only
Refund Policy: Please refer to Apple App Store's refund policy
Family Sharing: Supports Apple Family Sharing feature

Premium Version Features:

Complete removal of ad displays
Smoother user experience
Support developer's continued app improvement

Push Notifications

Currently, only the "Taipei Garbage Collection" app uses push notification functionality to remind users of garbage truck arrival times. Other transportation apps do not provide push notification features.

Taipei Garbage Collection Push Features:

Garbage Truck Reminders: Send notifications when garbage trucks are about to arrive
Custom Reminders: Users can set their own reminder times
Privacy Protection: Push content does not include personal information
Easy Disable: Can be turned off in iOS Settings

Push Notification Permissions:

You can manage push notification settings at any time in iOS Settings > Notifications > Taipei Garbage Collection. Turning off push notifications will not affect other app functions.

Log Data

When you use our services, in case of an error in the app, we collect data and information (through third-party products) on your phone called Log Data. This Log Data may include information such as:

Your device Internet Protocol ("IP") address
Device name
Operating system version
Configuration of the app when utilizing our service
Time and date of your use of the service
Other statistics

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Cookies are files with a small amount of data that are commonly used as anonymous unique identifiers. These are sent to your browser from websites that you visit and are stored on your device's internal memory.

This service does not use these "cookies" explicitly. However, the app may use third-party code and libraries that use "cookies" to collect information and improve their services. You have the option to either accept or refuse these cookies and know when a cookie is being sent to your device.

Service Providers

We may employ third-party companies and individuals due to the following reasons:

To facilitate our service
To provide the service on our behalf
To perform service-related services
To assist us in analyzing how our service is used

We want to inform users of this service that these third parties have access to their personal information. The reason is to perform the tasks assigned to them on our behalf. However, they are obligated not to disclose or use the information for any other purpose.

Data Security and Local Storage

We value your privacy and data security. Our applications adopt a "local-first" data storage strategy, where most personal data is stored locally on your device and not uploaded to our servers.

Local Storage Data Includes:

Favorite Routes: Your favorite bus routes or garbage truck routes
Search History: Recent searches for routes or stops
App Settings: Personalized preference settings
Purchase Status: Purchase records for paid ad removal

This data is securely stored using iOS UserDefaults, exists only on your device, and is not synced to the cloud.

Security Measures We Take:

Local-First: Personal data stored on your device locally, reducing privacy risks
Encrypted Transmission: Network communications use HTTPS encryption
Minimal Permissions: Only request necessary system permissions
Regular Updates: Continuously update security protocols
Trusted Third Parties: Use reliable third-party services (Google, Apple)

Data Backup Reminder:

Since data is stored locally only, if you reinstall the app or change devices, your favorites and settings will be lost. We currently do not provide cloud sync functionality.

Links to Other Sites

This service may contain links to other sites. If you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that site. Note that these external sites are not operated by us. Therefore, we strongly advise you to review the Privacy Policy of these websites. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services.

Children's Privacy

These services do not address anyone under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under 13 years of age. In the case we discover that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we immediately delete this from our servers.

If you are a parent or guardian and you are aware that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so that we will be able to take the necessary actions.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. Thus, you are advised to review this page periodically for any changes. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page.

This policy is effective as of August 8, 2025