Novo Insurance, LLC ("Novo", "we" or "us") owns and distributes various software applications such as mobile phone applications and in-car embedded applications (the "Application(s)") for use by end users.
This Telematics Policy sets forth the conditions that govern your use of the Application with respect to our collection and use of telematics data you authorize us to collect. Use of the Application is more broadly governed by the terms contained in the Terms of Use and our general Privacy Policy. Additionally, the latest version of the Telematic Policy is available here: https://novo.us/telematics-policy. By "opting in" to the collection of telematics information, You (a) accept how we collect, use, disclose and otherwise handle telematics information collected not only from You but also from non-PNI (as defined below) drivers associated with your policy; and (b) represent and warrant You have the right, authority and capacity to accept these conditions on your behalf as the PNI. The use of Telematics functionalities is a voluntary, usage-based insurance program that collects and analyzes driving data to determine participants' insurance policy pricing; this program not only adjusts premiums based on driving behavior but also offers additional services, such as personalized driving insights, safety tips, and potential discounts, all aimed at encouraging safer driving habits and providing a more tailored insurance experience.
If You do not agree with all conditions of this Telematics Policy do not consent to the collection of telematics information and disable location sharing when using the Application.
If you are accepting on behalf of a company or other third party, you represent and warrant that you have full authority to act for and to bind that company or other party, in which case the term "You" refers to that company or other party. By opting into the Program, you acknowledge and accept that the Program involves telematics monitoring, which is conducted with your consent as the PNI. As part of your participation, you undertake the responsibility to ensure that all non-PNI and guest drivers associated with Your policy are informed about their involvement in the Program. This includes providing them with Program details, such as this Privacy Policy, the Program Terms and Conditions, and the Telematics Policy, and ensuring they understand the purpose and scope of telematics data collection and monitoring conducted under your consent. You further agree to communicate these requirements to all relevant drivers and to ensure their awareness of the obligations associated with the Program. Your agreement to these terms signifies your commitment to facilitating informed participation and compliance with the Program's policies and procedures.
This Telematics Policy is intended to supplement Novo's general Privacy Policy by addressing the specific data practices related to telematics-based programs and technologies. It provides further detail on how driving behavior, vehicle data, and connected technologies are used to support telematics features such as usage-based pricing, safety scoring, and personalized insights.
All general data processing purposes outlined in the Privacy Policy — such as contract performance, enrollment, customer support, compliance, claims handling, and system administration, etc. — continue to apply in full. This policy does not replace the general Privacy Policy but enhances it by describing the particularities of telematics data collection and use in the context of Novo's digital insurance offerings.
This Telematics Policy contains important information about the telematics program. Please read this carefully.
DEFINITIONS
The following terms are defined and apply to this Telematics Policy only.
"You" and "your" refer to all drivers enrolled in the "Program".
"Program" means the telematics program (Novo or Novo Safety program/NSP for existing policyholders or Novo Safety Score/NSSP for potential policyholders) which provides You with insights about your driving patterns and tips to improve your driving and allows premium adjustments.
"Telematics Device" means any hardware installed in a vehicle or Application on a mobile device that collects and transmits driving data.
"Driving Data" means any information gathered from the telematics device, including but not limited to GPS location, speed, acceleration, braking patterns, and phone usage while driving.
"Usage-Based Insurance (UBI)" means an insurance program where premiums are determined based on the driving behavior and patterns collected from telematics devices.
"Safety Score" means a score derived from driving data that reflects the safety and risk level of a driver, which is used to adjust insurance premiums.
"Bluetooth Feature" refers to the functionality within the Novo Mobile App that enables wireless data collection and trip tracking by establishing a connection between the insured's mobile Device and their vehicle's Bluetooth system. This feature allows the app to detect trip activity, assign trips to specific insured vehicles, and collect driving behavior data for usage-based insurance (UBI) purposes.
"Crash Event Data" means specific information collected during a vehicle crash, including location, speed, and time of the incident, used for analysis and facilitating the claims process.
"Opt-In" means the voluntary action by which a participant agrees to the collection and use of their driving data through the telematics program.
"Opt-Out" means the voluntary action by which a participant withdraws from the telematics program, ceasing the collection of their driving data.
"Data Protection Officer (DPO)" means the person responsible for overseeing data protection strategy and implementation to ensure compliance with privacy laws.
"Location Service" means a feature on mobile devices that enables the collection of GPS data to determine the Device's geographic location.
"Personal Data" means any information that identifies, relates to, describes, is reasonably capable of being associated with, or could reasonably be linked, directly or indirectly, with a particular consumer or household.
"Policyholder" means the individual or entity that holds an active telematics insurance policy, responsible for the premium payments, and entitled to the benefits and coverage specified in the policy terms.
"PNI" refers to the individual listed as the primary Policyholder on an insurance policy. The PNI is the person who holds the primary responsibility for the insurance contract, including managing the policy, consenting to its terms, and fulfilling its obligations. Non-PNI drivers, such as guest drivers or additional drivers listed on the policy, are individuals authorized to operate the insured vehicle but do not have decision-making authority over the policy or over the Program.
"NSS user" means the individual or entity that holds enrolls in NSS (non-policyholders) and are listed as primary users for the NSS. The NSS user is the person who holds the primary responsibility for the NSS enrollment, including managing the account, consenting to its terms, and fulfilling its obligations. Non-NSS users, such as guest drivers or additional drivers listed on the policy, are individuals authorized to operate the NSS enrolled vehicle but do not have decision-making authority over the NSS Program.
"Data Protection Laws" (US) means the legal frameworks in the United States that regulate the collection, use, storage, and sharing of personal data to protect individuals' privacy rights. Key laws include but are not limited to: California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA), or Federal Trade Commission Act (FTC Act).