How Mellow Miles Works
A comprehensive look at how we help you become a more mindful driver while keeping your data safe and private.
Data Collection
iPhone GPS & Motion
Your iPhone tracks location and motion data while you drive, helping us understand your driving patterns.
Apple Watch Heart Rate
Optional integration with Apple Watch provides heart rate data to help you understand your stress levels during drives.
OBD-II Data
Connect an OBD-II device for vehicle telemetry like speed, RPM, throttle position, and engine diagnostics.
Processing & Detection
Real-time Event Detection
On-device processing detects hard braking, rapid acceleration, and sudden swerves as they happen.
Privacy-First Processing
All initial processing happens on your device. No data is shared until you choose to sync.
Pattern Recognition
Machine learning identifies patterns in your driving behavior over time, all while maintaining your privacy.
Secure Storage
Encrypted Upload
When you're ready, data is encrypted end-to-end and securely uploaded to our servers.
Row-Level Security
Your data is protected with row-level security. Only you can access your driving information.
Deduplication
Smart deduplication ensures efficient storage while maintaining data integrity and accuracy.
Reflection & Insights
Post-Trip Review
After your drive, review your trip with detailed maps, event markers, and biometric data.
Trigger Tagging
Tag events with potential triggers or environmental factors to better understand patterns.
Private Notes
Add private notes to any trip or event. Your reflections are encrypted and never shared.
Our Core Principles
Never Interrupt
No alerts, prompts, or notifications while you're driving. Focus on the road.
Privacy Always
Your data is encrypted, secure, and never shared without your explicit consent.
Compassionate Design
Every feature is designed with care, using supportive language and optional reflection.
You're in Control
Choose what to track, when to sync, and how long to keep your data.
Ready to Start Your Journey?
Join mindful drivers using Mellow Miles to build awareness around their driving patterns.