The track4science app collects high-quality mobility data and makes this information available to the scientific community. The app also provides you with personalized feedback on your mobility behavior.

This Data is collected

In detail, we use the following data sources

• Sensor data from your smartphone as raw data. The app continuously records movement data such as location and timestamp, from which route data can then be derived (including start and end point, most likely means of transportation and other attributes such as length, duration and GPS coordinates of the route traveled).
• User profile within the app to translate the distances travelled into your personalized carbon footprint or mobility costs.
• App usage data to analyze user behavior and improve the app.
• Classic surveys (voluntary participation via the app or by email) to gain insights into the reasons behind your mobility data.

This information is shown in the app

You can track your mobility behavior in the app at any time. A map shows the routes you have taken, including the means of transport recognized by the AI. If a mode of transport is incorrectly recognized, you can simply correct it. In addition, your routes are translated into your personal CO2 footprint, mobility costs and calories. This data can also be displayed as statistics in the app. You can find more information about the information displayed here..

By default, the app only transmits data via Wi-Fi to minimize the use of your mobile data. It may therefore take some time to process the data after a stable Wi-Fi connection has been established. It will therefore take some time before you can see your current routes.

This is what we use the data for

We use your data exclusively for research purposes to analyze traffic patterns and the use of different routes and means of transport.

In addition, we share anonymized data free of charge with trusted partners from the research community. Sharing research data avoids duplication of effort and accelerates scientific progress. You can find information on how to access the data here..

Your data is safe with us

We attach great importance to the confidentiality, availability and integrity of your data. When collecting data, we work exclusively with carefully selected partners. Information is exchanged in encrypted form. Furthermore, we rely on the strategy of data minimization and economy and ensure that only authorized persons have access to your data. You can find more information about our data protection concept here..