We understand that requesting permissions on your Android device can raise questions—and we’re here to provide full transparency.
While some of the permissions requested may sound broad, MileIQ only uses them for specific, essential functions that enable automatic drive detection, reporting, and reliable app performance.
Below is a detailed explanation of each permission group and how MileIQ uses it:
🛒 In-App Purchases
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Purpose: Allows you to upgrade to MileIQ Premium directly from the app.
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Note: We do not make any purchases without your explicit consent.
👤 Identity
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Purpose: Enables push notifications, such as reminders to classify drives.
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How to Manage: You can control push notifications through Android settings:
Settings > Sound & Notifications > App Notifications > MileIQ
📍 Location
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Purpose: Essential for automatic drive detection—MileIQ needs access to your location to log drives accurately.
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Efficiency Tip: We use location sources intelligently (e.g., Wi-Fi + GPS) to reduce battery drain while maintaining accuracy.
📶 Wi-Fi Connection Information
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Purpose: Helps improve location accuracy and upload drive data to our servers.
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Why It Matters: Wi-Fi-based location is more battery-efficient and provides more data points than GPS alone.
⚙️ Other Necessary Permissions
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Internet Access: Needed to sync your drive data with our secure servers.
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Prevent Phone from Sleeping: Used momentarily when saving drive data to ensure it's not interrupted.
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Run at Startup: Allows MileIQ to resume drive detection automatically after a device restart.
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Vibration: May be triggered by notifications (you can disable these in app or device settings).
🔐 Your Privacy is Our Priority
MileIQ only collects the information necessary to deliver the features you've opted into, and we never sell or misuse your data. You’re always in control of your privacy and app settings.
For more details, please visit our Privacy Policy or contact our Support Team if you have further questions.