As Smart Metering technologies continue to expand across Europe, the issue of data privacy is becoming increasingly important. Consumers and utility companies want to understand where smart meter data is stored, who has access to it, and whether it is used for commercial purposes. Concerns are growing over the possible sharing of information with third parties, the creation of behavioral profiles, and the use of consumption data for advertising analytics. This is why local data storage and transparent data management practices are receiving greater attention.
ADDRA Ultrasonic Water Meter has been developed to meet modern requirements for measurement accuracy, data security, and user privacy. In intelligent water metering systems, not only device functionality matters, but also a transparent approach to storing and processing consumption data.
ADDRA supports local data storage, allowing water consumption information to be stored directly in the meter’s internal memory or within the local metering infrastructure. Access to the data is available only through secure communication interfaces used by the operator or system owner. This approach minimizes the transfer of information to external systems and helps maintain data control on the side of the user or utility company.
The system transmits only the information required for billing and network operation: cumulative meter readings, service notifications, and alarm events. Detailed consumption profiles, time-series data, and real-time monitoring information are not used for advertising purposes and are not shared with third parties for commercial analytics.
ADDRA supports modern secure data exchange standards, including DLMS/COSEM and the Generic Companion Profile (GCP) for Water Meters. These standards help protect meter readings against unauthorized access and data manipulation.
User data is not monetized. Water consumption information is not sold to third parties, shared with advertising platforms, or used to create behavioral profiles or marketing targeting. The primary goal of the system is to ensure accurate and reliable water metering while providing users and utilities with a convenient tool for monitoring resource consumption.
ADDRA combines ultrasonic measurement technology, intelligent monitoring, and a high level of data protection, offering a modern digital water metering solution focused on reliability, transparency, and user trust.
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