Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2, 2026

1. Introduction

18 Wheels (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and website (collectively, the “Service”).

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

  • Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, and password
  • Profile Information: CDL number, carrier information, and profile photo
  • User Content: Reviews, posts, comments, and photos you share
  • ELD Data: Hours of service logs, driving records, and duty status

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

  • Location Data: GPS coordinates to provide location-based services
  • Device Information: Device type, operating system, and unique identifiers
  • Usage Data: How you interact with the Service, features used, and time spent
  • Log Data: IP address, browser type, and access times

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and maintain the Service
  • Process and manage your account
  • Enable location-based features (rest stops, fuel stations, parking)
  • Facilitate communication between users
  • Generate and store ELD backup logs
  • Improve and personalize the Service
  • Send notifications and updates
  • Detect and prevent fraud and abuse
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Sharing of Information

We may share your information with:

  • Other Users: Profile information, posts, and reviews you make public
  • Service Providers: Third parties that help us operate the Service
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale

We do NOT sell your personal information to third parties.

5. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service. ELD data is retained in accordance with FMCSA requirements (minimum 6 months). You may request deletion of your account and data at any time.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including encryption, secure servers, and access controls. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you
  • Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Delete your personal information
  • Object to or restrict processing of your information
  • Data portability
  • Withdraw consent

8. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18, we will delete it.

9. Third-Party Links

The Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on the Service or sending you an email. Your continued use of the Service after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@18wheels.app
Address: 18 Wheels, Inc.

12. California Residents

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect, request deletion, and opt-out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.