Data Privacy & Network Security Overview for Ecovacs Deebot Ozmo 950

The DEEBOT OZMO 950 can use mapping, account, network, and cleaning data to support connected features. A few privacy and network checks can reduce unnecessary exposure while keeping the robot practical to use from an Android device.

[reference] Title: Cleaning and map data Text: The robot can use room maps, cleaning history, schedules, virtual boundaries, cleaning modes, and related operating information. Title: Account data Text: Connected features may involve account details, linked devices, region or language settings, and login session information. Title: Network data Text: Wi-Fi information, device identifiers, IP addresses, and connection data may be involved when the robot communicates with the app or online services. Title: Diagnostic data Text: Firmware information, battery status, cleaning statistics, logs, and device status can support operation, updates, and diagnostics. [/reference] [note] Exact data handling, permissions, cloud features, and available privacy controls can vary by app version, firmware, Android version, region, and account configuration. [/note]

Map Data Is Sensitive

Saved maps can represent room layout, walls, cleaning zones, virtual boundaries, and other spatial information. Even without photographs, a map can reveal useful information about the layout of your home.

[tip] Remove old maps and cleaning history when they are no longer useful, especially after moving or significantly changing the home layout. [/tip]

Where Data May Be Stored

• Robot: may retain information needed for navigation, recent cleaning activity, and basic operating logs.
• Android device: the companion app may keep session information, paired-device settings, cached maps, history, and notification preferences.
• Cloud services: connected features may synchronize account information, robot identifiers, maps, schedules, settings, usage information, or diagnostic data.

How Connected Control Works

The robot normally connects through your home Wi-Fi. Connected app features can then exchange commands, maps, status information, schedules, and updates through network services. Some communication may also occur locally when the phone and robot are on the same network.

Protect both sides of the connection: the home network and the account used to control the robot.

Review Android Permissions

Permission names and requirements can vary. Grant only the permissions needed for features you use.

• Location or nearby-device access: may be involved during Wi-Fi or device discovery and pairing.
• Photos, media, or storage: may be used for saved images, exported information, cached content, or related app features.
• Notifications: can provide cleaning, maintenance, or robot-status alerts.
• Microphone: keep it disabled unless you actively use a feature that requires audio access.

[tip] After setup, review the app under Android permission settings and remove optional access you do not use. Keep essential permissions only when removing them does not interfere with features you need. [/tip]

Secure the Home Network

[checklist] * Home Wi-Fi uses modern encryption supported by the router and robot * Wi-Fi password is long and unique * Router firmware and security updates are current * Robot firmware is kept reasonably up to date * WEP and open Wi-Fi networks are avoided * Unnecessary router remote-access or port-forwarding features are disabled [/checklist]

If your router supports network separation, placing smart-home devices on a dedicated IoT or guest network can reduce their direct access to computers, network storage, and other sensitive devices.

Protect the Robot Account

[checklist] * Use a unique password that is not reused on other services * Prefer a long password stored in a password manager * Enable multi-factor authentication if the account offers it * Review logged-in or connected devices when that control is available * Sign out old phones or tablets that are no longer used [/checklist]

A compromised account may expose connected-device controls and synchronized information, so account security is as important as Wi-Fi security.

Limit Unnecessary Data Sharing

[dosdonts] Do: Keep only smart-home integrations that you actively use Do: Review analytics, diagnostics, personalized-content, and marketing preferences when the app provides those controls Do: Delete obsolete maps, cleaning history, or exported logs when they are no longer needed Dont: Keep unused third-party integrations connected indefinitely Dont: Export diagnostic information unless it is needed [/dosdonts]

Protect the Android Device

• Use a PIN, password, or biometric screen lock.
• Keep Android and security updates current.
• Use the normal device encryption protections available on the phone.
• Install the companion app only from a trusted app source.
• If the phone is lost, use the available device-location or remote-protection controls to limit access.

Before Selling or Giving Away the Robot

[checklist] * Remove or unlink the robot from accounts when the available controls allow it * Remove saved maps and history where appropriate * Perform the available factory-reset process before transfer * Sign out or remove access from old phones and tablets * Delete exported logs or map images that are no longer needed [/checklist] [warning] A reset or ownership transfer can remove stored settings and maps. Check which information you still need before clearing the device. [/warning]

Quick Privacy Check

[checklist] * Wi-Fi security and password reviewed * Router and robot updates checked * Android permissions limited to features actually used * Robot account uses a unique password * Multi-factor authentication enabled if available * Unused integrations removed * Old maps and history cleared when no longer needed * Android device remains locked and updated [/checklist] [faq] Q: Are cleaning maps worth protecting? A: Yes. They can represent the physical layout and cleaning zones of your home, so treat them as private information. Q: Should every Android permission stay enabled? A: No. Keep permissions that support features you use and review optional access periodically. Q: Is an IoT or guest network required? A: No. It is an optional security measure when your router supports suitable network separation. Q: What should I do before transferring the robot to someone else? A: Remove account access where possible, clear data you no longer want retained, and use the available factory-reset process before transfer. [/faq]