Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Introduction
Servo Software, Inc. ("Servo," "we," "us," or "our") provides workforce management software for field service organizations. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform.
Servo operates as an enterprise application. Your use is governed by your employment agreement and your employer's workplace policies. Your employer is the data controller for employment-related data collected through Servo.
Information We Collect
SMS/Text Message Data
- Phone numbers of individuals who have opted-in to receive service notifications
- Message content (appointment reminders, status updates, service notifications)
- Opt-in consent records and timestamps
- Message delivery status and history
- Opt-out requests and preferences
- Customer replies (STOP, START, HELP commands)
Location Information
- Precise GPS location data during work hours
- Location is tracked continuously while the app is active during your scheduled work hours
- Purpose: worker safety, task verification, time tracking, route optimization
- Access: your employer and authorized supervisors only
Work Documentation
- Photos taken for task completion and safety documentation
- Voice recordings for task notes (when enabled)
- Text-based task updates and work notes
Device Information
- Device type and operating system
- App version information
- Network connectivity status
- Device identifiers for authentication purposes
Usage Data
- Task completion metrics
- App feature usage patterns
- Team communication logs
How We Use Your Information
We Use Your Information To:
- Deliver SMS communications for service appointments and updates
- Monitor worker safety and location during work hours
- Manage and verify task completion
- Track time and attendance
- Ensure quality assurance and compliance
- Facilitate team communication and coordination
- Process opt-in/opt-out requests and maintain consent records
- Improve our services through aggregated and anonymized data analysis
- Train and improve AI models using aggregated, anonymized data
We Do NOT:
- Sell your personal data directly to third parties
- Use your data for advertising purposes
- Track your location outside of authorized work hours
- Share identifiable personal data beyond your employer's authorized access
Data Sharing
Employer Access
All data collected through Servo belongs to and is accessible by your employer. This includes location data, task documentation, communications, and usage information.
Third-Party Service Providers
We share data with the following service providers under strict data processing agreements:
- Twilio - SMS delivery and communication services (SOC 2 Type II, HIPAA compliant)
- Supabase - Database and authentication services (SOC 2 Type II)
- Amazon Web Services - Cloud infrastructure and photo storage (HIPAA compliant)
- OpenAI - Optional AI-powered features (when enabled by employer)
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information in response to:
- Court orders or legal process
- Government or regulatory investigations
- Emergency situations involving potential harm
Data Security
We implement comprehensive security measures including:
- End-to-end encryption for all data transmission
- Encryption at rest for stored data
- Token-based authentication
- Regular security audits and penetration testing
- SOC 2 Type II compliant infrastructure
- Role-based access controls
- Multi-factor authentication (optional)
- Automatic session timeouts
- Comprehensive data access audit logging
Data Retention
- Active Employment: Data is retained for the duration of your employment
- Post-Employment: Data is deleted according to your employer's retention policy (typically 30-90 days after employment ends)
- Legal Holds: Data may be retained longer if required by law or legal proceedings
- AI Training Data: Aggregated and anonymized data may be retained indefinitely
Your Rights
Through Your Employer
As Servo is enterprise software, most data rights are exercised through your employer:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your data
- Obtain a copy of your data
Direct Rights
You may directly:
- Opt-out of optional features
- Report security concerns
- File complaints with regulatory authorities
SMS Communications
Message Types
- Appointment reminders (sent 24-48 hours before scheduled service)
- Technician arrival and dispatch notifications
- Service completion confirmations
- Optional customer satisfaction surveys
- Billing and payment notifications
Consent and Opt-Out
- Clear opt-in is required before any messages are sent
- Reply STOP to any message to opt-out immediately
- Opt-out confirmation is sent within 24 hours
- Opt-out preferences are permanent until you re-subscribe
Phone Number Protection
- Phone numbers are stored using encryption
- Message logs are retained for 90 days
- Opt-out records are maintained permanently
- Phone numbers are never shared with third parties for marketing
Location Tracking
- Clear on-screen indicator when location is being tracked
- Location tracking is limited to scheduled work hours only
- GPS accuracy is typically 5-10 meters
- Location data is used only for legitimate business purposes
- Location data is not used for performance micromanagement
Special Provisions
Children
Servo is not intended for use by individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.
International Users
Servo currently operates in the United States only. All data is processed and stored in US data centers.
California Residents (CCPA)
California residents have the right to:
- Know what personal information is collected
- Request deletion of personal information
- Opt-out of sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
- Non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights
Policy Changes
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be communicated through:
- In-app notifications
- Email to your employer
- Updated effective date on this page
Contact Us
For privacy-related questions or concerns, contact us at: hi@servohq.com
You may also file complaints with:
- Your employer's HR department
- Your local data protection authority
- The California Attorney General (for California residents)
Employer Addendum
Your employer may have additional privacy policies that apply to your use of Servo. These may include specific provisions regarding:
- Workplace monitoring policies
- Data retention periods
- Access and correction procedures
- Use of data in disciplinary proceedings
Please consult your employee handbook or HR department for details.
Consent Statement
By using Servo, you acknowledge that you have:
- Read and understood this Privacy Policy
- Understood that your employer has authorized location and activity tracking
- Recognized that data collection is part of your employment terms
- Been informed of your rights regarding your personal data