The NS app is the official planning application for the Dutch Railways. It provides a range of features to help users plan their train journeys effectively. These features include a realtime journey planner, which allows users to check the schedules and availability of trains in real time. The app also provides a timetable of departing trains per station, making it easy for users to plan their journeys in advance. Additionally, the app offers a summary of planned work and disruptions, ensuring that users are aware of any potential issues that may affect their travel plans. Furthermore, the app provides station-specific information regarding facilities and shops, allowing users to easily find amenities at their chosen station. Lastly, the app sends notifications regarding delays of a saved trip, keeping users informed about any changes to their planned journey. In terms of permissions, the app uses the user's location to show nearby train stations, making it convenient for users to find the closest station to their current location. Additionally, the app requires permissions for "Photo's/media/files" in order to save temporary files for Google Maps. This helps to improve the speed at which maps are displayed in the app. It is important to note that the app does not use or have access to the user's personal pictures or other media. By using the NS app, users agree to the terms of use that apply to the app. These terms outline the conditions and guidelines for using the app and must be agreed to in order to use the NS app effectively.