Emergency Privacy Mode for Valet or Mechanic – Protect Your Car Data | MyMechanic
Modern cars store navigation destinations and synced phone data. Before handing the keys to a valet or workshop, activate Privacy/Valet/Guest Mode to hide address history and protect call logs and contacts. MyMechanic supports SG cars in Malaysia with reminders and guidance so the vehicle—and personal data—stay secure.
What is Emergency Privacy Mode?
Hides recent GPS destinations and clears visible nav history.
Restricts access to synced phone data like contacts and call logs.
Optionally locks access behind a PIN on systems that support it.
Think of it as a digital glovebox lock when someone else drives or services the car.
Why it matters in Malaysia
Valet and workshop handovers are common at hotels, malls, and service bays.
Privacy Mode reduces exposure of home addresses and contact lists.
It’s a simple step that prevents accidental or improper data access.
How to enable Privacy/Valet Mode
Open Settings on the infotainment screen.
Look for Privacy Mode / Guest Mode / Valet Mode and activate.
If supported, set a PIN to prevent changes until you return.
If the feature doesn’t exist, manually clear recent destinations and unsync phones temporarily.
Steps differ by brand—model‑specific guidance can be provided during coordination.
How MyMechanic helps protect privacy
Timely reminders before handoff to valet/mechanic.
Step‑through help to locate and activate privacy features.
Coordination for any parallel roadside assistance needed—tyres, batteries, towing.
Handing over the car now? MyMechanic can guide Privacy Mode quickly
Share model and screen photos if needed. We help activate Privacy/Valet/Guest Mode and coordinate any service—without publishing prices or addresses.
Cars carry personal data like phones do. With a quick privacy step and MyMechanic coordination, handovers to valets and workshops stay professional and private—on both sides of the border.
