A faulty fuse, dripping faucet, or urgent house chores — I Need Buddy connects you directly with verified local electricians, plumbers, and technicians without endless follow-ups or uncertain pricing.
Electrician
Plumbing
Painting
Cleaning
No guessing, no endless haggling. Direct support for daily home repair tasks.
From circuit breakers tripping and faulty switchboards to inverter wiring and ceiling fan installations — solved safely by verified technicians.
Prompt fixes for leaking taps, pipe clogs, geyser connections, and overhead tank pipelines.
Single room painting, water seepage touch-ups, and waterproof exterior wall coatings.
Thorough kitchen and bathroom scrubbing, festive deep-cleaning, and physically reliable assistance for heavy shifting.
Getting someone to your door shouldn't require phone tag.
Select your service, add a brief note or photo of the problem, and confirm your location.
Our system finds the nearest available specialist, providing estimated arrival time and distance.
Inspect the work upon completion, pay digitally or via cash based on standardized rates.
Official declarations regarding data handling, location disclosures, terms, and account deletion.
This Privacy Policy explains how I Need Buddy Technologies ("we", "our", or "us") manages and protects your personal information across our customer application (I need Buddy, package: com.inbuser), service partner application (INeedBuddy Partner, package: com.aloneking6798.inbprovider), and related online platforms.
We collect only the minimum required data to provide safe, dependable home services:
ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION and ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION), as fully detailed in our prominent location disclosure below.android.permission.CAMERA) and media storage (READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE / WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE / ACCESS_MEDIA_LOCATION) used exclusively when you photograph a physical repair problem or upload an avatar or job completion proof.android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO) for optional voice messaging regarding job instructions.
I need Buddy and INeedBuddy Partner require access to device location (ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION, ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION, and FOREGROUND_SERVICE_LOCATION) for critical core functionalities:
FOREGROUND_SERVICE_LOCATION): When a partner is en route to fulfill a booking, an active persistent notification runs to send live navigation updates to the customer.
When Location is Accessed: Location telemetry is gathered strictly while the app is active in the foreground or while an active, confirmed booking assignment is underway. We DO NOT silently monitor or harvest location data when off-duty and no active booking is present.
Zero Commercial Sale or Ad Tracking: Your location data is NEVER sold, leased, or traded to third-party advertising networks, data brokers, or marketing firms. Location information is shared solely between the customer and assigned partner for direct job fulfillment.
User Control & Revocation: You can manage or revoke location access at any moment via your device settings (Settings > Apps > [App Name] > Permissions > Location). Customers can still book services by manually typing their complete street address.
Our applications integrate trusted, industry-standard third-party SDKs that process technical data under confidentiality standards:
We maintain a strict No-Sale policy. We never sell, rent, or trade your personal information. Relevant booking details (customer first name, service address, and phone number) are shared strictly with the assigned service professional solely for the duration necessary to fulfill your booked job.
All information transmitted between our mobile apps and our cloud servers is encrypted using industry-standard TLS 1.2+ protocols in transit. User records are hosted in secured cloud environments with strict role-based access controls.
In full compliance with Google Play's User Data & Account Deletion Policy, users and service partners have the unequivocal right to request permanent deletion of their accounts and associated personal data:
Upon verification, your profile, mobile number, and location history are permanently purged from active databases within 30 days.
Our services are intended exclusively for individuals aged 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children under the age of 18. If we identify that a minor's information has been provided, we delete it immediately.
For data protection questions or privacy inquiries, contact our Data Protection Team at support@ineedbuddy.com.
By downloading, installing, or using the I Need Buddy or INeedBuddy Partner application, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms and Conditions.
I Need Buddy acts as a technology intermediary platform connecting independent local service professionals ("Buddies") with customers seeking home and daily utility services.
Service fees are calculated based on standardized rates or estimates provided prior to booking. Cancellations after a buddy has already reached the premises may be subject to a nominal convenience fee.
While all registered service providers undergo identity verification, I Need Buddy facilitates bookings in good faith. Our support team is always available to address and resolve any dissatisfaction or disputes.
At I Need Buddy, you retain complete ownership over your data. In compliance with Google Play's User Data & Account Deletion Policy, users of both I need Buddy (com.inbuser) and INeedBuddy Partner (com.aloneking6798.inbprovider) can request the permanent deletion of their account and all associated personal records at any time.
You can request your account to be deleted through either of these methods:
Upon verifying your request:
Reach out directly for booking assistance, partner onboarding, or privacy inquiries.
For bookings, support, or privacy questions:
support@ineedbuddy.com
Available Monday to Saturday
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM IST
I Need Buddy Technologies
India