One of the most common questions about connected V16 beacons is whether they're truly secure from a privacy perspective. Can the driver be tracked? What data is sent? Who receives it?
In this article, we explain how data transmission works with DGT-approved connected beacons and why you can rest assured: the information sent is minimal, timely, and completely anonymous .
What is actually being transmitted?
When you activate a connected beacon, it automatically sends the following to the DGT 3.0 platform:
- 📍 Geographic coordinates (GPS location of the vehicle)
- 🕒 Activation time and date
- ⚠️ Emergency event (signal type activated)
Your name, license plate, chassis number or any other personal information is not sent .
Who receives this information?
The only entity that receives the data is the General Directorate of Traffic (DGT) , through its technological platform called DGT 3.0 .
This platform does not store personal information , but rather anonymous data on road incidents, with the aim of:
- Improve road safety
- Streamline emergency response
- Alert other drivers via information panels or connected navigation devices
How is privacy protected?
The system complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and has been designed to:
- Prevent individual tracking of vehicles or people
- Transmit only information related to the location of the emergency
- Automatically delete data after operational use
Does the beacon track me when not in use?
No. Connected beacons only communicate with the DGT when manually activated using the SOS button. When idle, they do not emit any type of signal.
Is the connection secure?
Yes. Communication is carried out through secure, low-power networks such as NB-IoT or LTE-M , also used in sectors such as telemedicine, alarms, or smart meters.
In the case of Hero Driver LED , connectivity is guaranteed by Vodafone and protected with European security standards.
What if I activate it accidentally?
The regulations establish a 100-second safety period. If you turn off the beacon during this time, no location will be sent to the DGT .
Furthermore, if the beacon is located outside a recognized route (for example, in a garage or farm), the system does not transmit a signal, even if it is turned on.
Conclusion: Yes, it is safe and respectful of your privacy.
V16 connected beacons are designed to save lives, not track you . Their sole function is to communicate that your vehicle is immobilized on a public road, improving the safety and efficiency of emergency services.
Hero Driver LED: 100% secure, fee-free connectivity
Our Hero Driver LED beacon is approved by the DGT , uses secure Vodafone NB-IoT connectivity, and requires no payments or activations until 2040 .
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can the DGT know who I am with the beacon?
No. The system does not identify the driver or the vehicle. It only transmits the location of the incident.
Is there a risk of hacking?
The communication channel is encrypted and uses industrial IoT technology with advanced security protocols.
Can I turn it off or disconnect it?
It only works when you press the button. When in standby, it doesn't transmit or consume power.
