DEAL PAL INC.
PRIVACY POLICY
Effective Date: December 3, 2025
Jurisdiction: Ontario, Canada
Last Updated: December 3, 2025
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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Deal Pal Inc. ("Deal Pal," "we," "our," "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and protect your personal information when you use the Deal Pal™ mobile application and related services ("App").
1.2 By downloading or using the App, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Policy and consent to the practices described herein.
1.3 This Policy complies with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and other applicable Canadian privacy laws.
1.4 If you do not agree with this Policy, please discontinue use of the App immediately.
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2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
We collect the following categories of information to operate and improve the App:
(a) Account Information
• Name (optional)
• Username
• Email address
• Password (hashed/encrypted)
• Optional profile photo
• Account creation date
(b) Location Data
• Precise GPS location (with explicit permission only)
• Approximate location
• Location accuracy details
Location data is used exclusively to show nearby deals. The App does not access precise location without your explicit opt-in via device permissions.
(c) User-Generated Content
• Deal posts (title, price, store, quantity, location info)
• Photos uploaded to the App
• Comments, replies, likes, and interaction metrics
(d) Device Information
• Device model
• OS version
• IP address
• Device identifier
• Mobile network info
• App version
(e) Usage Data and Analytics
• Pages/features used
• Session duration
• Timestamps of activity
• Crash logs
• Performance data
• Search queries
(f) Cookies & Local Storage
• Session cookies
• Analytics cookies
• Local storage for app settings
You may disable cookies in device settings, but some features may not function properly.
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3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
(a) Service Delivery
• Create and manage accounts
• Authenticate users
• Show deals based on your selected region
• Enable posting, commenting, and interacting
• Personalize user experience
(b) Communications
• Push notifications (optional)
• Security alerts and administrative updates
• Responses to support inquiries
• Optional marketing messages (opt-out anytime)
(c) App Improvement
• Usage analytics
• Debugging and fixing errors
• Feature development
• Performance measurement
(d) Security & Fraud Prevention
• Detecting abuse, spam, or fraud
• Enforcing Terms and Conditions
• Protecting the rights and safety of Deal Pal and users
(e) Legal Compliance
• Responding to lawful requests
• Complying with court orders
• Protecting legal rights
3.2 Anonymized and Aggregated Data
We may use anonymized and aggregated data for analytics, research, advertising performance, and commercial insights. We never attempt to re-identify anonymized data and implement measures to prevent re-identification.
3.3 Advertising
• Ads may appear within the App
• Targeting is based on aggregated or anonymized data
• We do not share your personal information (like emails or exact location) with advertisers
We do not sell personal information.
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4. DATA MONETIZATION (ANONYMIZED ONLY)
We may analyze and share anonymized, aggregated insights such as:
• Popular stores and categories
• User behaviour patterns
• Geographic trends
This data:
• Cannot identify you
• Contains no personal information
• Is used only for research or commercial insights
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5. DATA RETENTION
5.1 User-Generated Content
Deal posts, comments, and images expire and are permanently deleted after 24 hours.
5.2 Account Information
• Retained while the account is active
• Deleted within 30 days of account deletion (unless required by law)
5.3 Security Logs
Minimal, anonymized logs may be kept for fraud prevention and compliance.
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6. DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION
6.1 Third-Party Service Providers
Trusted vendors may receive data to support the App, including:
• Cloud hosting (e.g., Supabase, Cloudflare)
• Analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics, Sentry)
• Email/notification services
They must:
• Use the data only for Deal Pal purposes
• Maintain robust security
• Never share the data further
6.2 Legal Requirements
Disclosures may occur if required by:
• Law enforcement
• Court orders
• Safety and fraud investigations
6.3 Business Transfers
In case of a merger or acquisition, your information may transfer to a successor entity. We will notify users if their data becomes subject to a different privacy policy.
6.4 With Your Consent
We may share data if you explicitly authorize it.
6.5 We Do NOT Share:
• Precise location with advertisers
• Personal information for marketing purposes
• Email addresses without consent
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7. USER RIGHTS AND CONTROLS
You have the right to:
(a) Access
Request a copy of the personal information we hold.
(b) Correction
Request updates to inaccurate or incomplete data.
(c) Deletion
Delete your account and associated data (processed within 30 days).
(d) Withdraw Consent
Disable location access or push notifications.
(e) Opt Out of Marketing
Unsubscribe via email or app settings.
(f) Data Portability
Request your data in a standardized format.
(g) File a Complaint
With the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada.
Requests can be sent to:
info@dealpalapp.com
Subject: Privacy Rights Request
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8. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
• The App is intended for users 16 years of age and older.
• Users between 16-17 require parental or guardian consent.
• We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 16.
• If information is mistakenly collected from users under 16, it will be deleted upon notice.
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9. SECURITY MEASURES
We use industry-standard safeguards, including:
• SSL/TLS encryption
• Encryption of sensitive data at rest
• Password hashing
• Access controls
• Regular audits
• Monitoring for suspicious activity
No system is 100% secure, and users are responsible for keeping credentials confidential.
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10. DATA BREACH NOTIFICATION
If a breach posing risk occurs, we will:
• Notify affected users promptly
• Notify regulators as required
• Provide details and mitigation measures
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11. INTERNATIONAL TRANSFERS
Your data may be stored or processed outside Ontario or Canada. We ensure:
• Legal safeguards
• Secure transfer methods
• Contractual obligations for third-party processors
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12. AUTOMATED DECISION-MAKING
We use algorithms to:
• Rank deals
• Detect fraud
• Personalize features
These systems do not make decisions with significant legal effects without human oversight. You may request human review of automated decisions.
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13. CALIFORNIA PRIVACY RIGHTS (CCPA/CPRA)
If you are a California resident, you may request:
• Access to personal information
• Deletion
• Correction
• Opt-out of data "sale" (not applicable, but available if laws change)
Contact: info@dealpalapp.com
Subject: California Privacy Request
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14. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this Policy at any time. Material changes will be clearly communicated. Continued use of the App signifies acceptance of updates.
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15. GOVERNING LAW
This Policy is governed by the laws of Ontario and applicable federal laws of Canada. Disputes fall under the exclusive jurisdiction of Ontario courts.
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16. CONTACT INFORMATION
Deal Pal Inc.
Privacy Officer
Email: info@dealpalapp.com
General inquiries: info@dealpalapp.com
DMCA: dmca@dealpalapp.com
Ontario, Canada
16.2 For Urgent Privacy or Security Issues
If you believe your account has been compromised or there is an urgent privacy or security concern:
• Email: info@dealpalapp.com with "URGENT" in the subject line
• Provide details of the issue and your account information
• We will respond to urgent matters within 24-48 hours
For non-urgent matters, please allow up to 5 business days for a response.
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17. ACCOUNTABILITY
Deal Pal Inc. is responsible for personal information under its control and maintains policies and training to ensure compliance.
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