DEAL PAL INC.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF USE
Effective Date: December 3, 2025
Jurisdiction: Ontario, Canada
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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 These Terms and Conditions of Use ("Terms") govern your access and use of the Deal Pal™ mobile application and all related services (the "App"), operated by Deal Pal Inc. ("Deal Pal," "we," "us," "our").
1.2 By downloading, installing, or using the App, you confirm you have read, understand, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, do not use the App.
1.3 – MANDATORY ARBITRATION
To the maximum extent permitted by law, you agree to resolve all disputes through binding arbitration as described in Section 18, rather than through court litigation. This includes but is not limited to claims regarding:
• user-submitted content
• incorrect pricing
• store locations
• deals
• injuries, incidents, or decisions based on App information
You waive your right to participate in class action lawsuits. All disputes MUST be resolved exclusively through binding arbitration (Section 18).
This provision does not affect any mandatory statutory rights that cannot be waived under the laws of your jurisdiction. Certain claims may be exempt from arbitration where prohibited by applicable law.
1.4 – INTERNATIONAL USE AND LOCAL LAW COMPLIANCE
Deal Pal is based in Ontario, Canada, and our services are provided in accordance with Canadian law. If you access the App from outside Canada, you are solely responsible for compliance with all local laws in your jurisdiction. By using Deal Pal, you represent that your use complies with all applicable local, state, provincial, national, and international laws and regulations.
Certain features or services may not be available in all geographic locations. We reserve the right to restrict access to our services from any location at our sole discretion.
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2. ELIGIBILITY
2.1 You must be at least sixteen (16) years old to use the App.
2.2 Users under eighteen (18) require parental or guardian consent.
2.3 Age requirements may vary by jurisdiction:
• Canada: You must be at least 16 years old (parental consent required if under 18)
• United States: You must be at least 13 years old (parental consent required if under 18)
• European Union: You must meet the age requirements of your specific country (typically 16+, but varies from 13-16 depending on member state)
If you are unsure of the age requirements in your location, please contact us or consult local laws before using Deal Pal.
2.4 Deal Pal may request proof of age or consent and may suspend accounts that do not comply.
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3. USER ACCOUNTS
3.1 You must create an account to access certain features.
3.2 You agree to provide accurate information.
3.3 You are responsible for all activity on your account.
3.4 Deal Pal may suspend or terminate access at its discretion.
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4. USER-GENERATED CONTENT
4.1 Users are solely responsible for all content posted in the App.
4.2 You confirm you have the rights to publish any content you upload.
4.3 You grant Deal Pal a worldwide, perpetual, royalty-free, transferable license to use your content.
4.4 All posts automatically expire after 24 hours.
4.5 Deal Pal may remove any content at any time.
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5. LOCATION DATA
5.1 The App requires precise location data to function.
5.2 You consent to the use of this data.
5.3 Disabling location services may limit functionality.
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6. STORE AFFILIATION & ACCURACY DISCLAIMER
6.1 Deal Pal is not affiliated with, endorsed by, partnered with, or sponsored by ANY retailer, including Walmart, Costco, Loblaws, or others.
6.2 All deals are user-submitted.
6.3 Deal Pal does not verify, guarantee, or warrant accuracy of any user submissions.
6.4 – USER ASSUMES ALL RISKS
You assume full responsibility for traveling to stores, checking prices, or acting on posted information.
6.5 Deal Pal is not responsible for wasted time, fuel, or financial loss.
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7. REPUTATION & REWARDS SYSTEM
7.1 Recognition icons (e.g., Gold Stars) have no cash value.
7.2 Abuse or manipulation may lead to suspension.
7.3 Deal Pal may modify or discontinue the system at any time.
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8. PROHIBITED CONDUCT
You agree NOT to:
• submit false, misleading, harmful, or illegal content
• infringe intellectual property
• harass users
• hack, disrupt, or reverse-engineer the app
• impersonate others
• collect data without permission
• violate ANY laws
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9. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
Everything in the App, including design, branding, and software, belongs to Deal Pal Inc.
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10. TERMINATION
Deal Pal may suspend or terminate your access for violations of these Terms. Certain sections survive termination.
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11. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES
The App is provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE." Deal Pal makes no warranties about accuracy, functionality, uptime, or reliability. Deal Pal has no duty to verify user-submitted information.
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12. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
12.1 You fully release Deal Pal from all claims, losses, or damages related to the App, including:
• incorrect prices
• travel time
• missing items
• user errors
• store problems
• misinformation
• financial loss
12.2 – MAXIMUM LIABILITY
Because Deal Pal is provided free of charge, Deal Pal's total liability to you for any and all claims is limited to CAD $100 (One Hundred Canadian Dollars), which represents the maximum financial risk undertaken by either party.
In no event shall Deal Pal be liable for indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, even if Deal Pal has been advised of the possibility of such damages.
Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain warranties or damages. In such jurisdictions, our liability will be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.
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13. INDEMNIFICATION
13.1 You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Deal Pal Inc., its officers, directors, employees, agents, affiliates, and service providers from and against any and all claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, debts, and expenses (including but not limited to reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:
• your use or misuse of the App
• your user-generated content
• your violation of these Terms
• your violation of any law or regulation
• your violation of any third-party rights, including intellectual property rights
• claims by retailers, stores, or other users related to your posts or conduct
• any false, misleading, or defamatory content you submit
13.2 This indemnification obligation will survive termination of these Terms and your use of the App.
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14. PRIVACY POLICY
14.1 Using the App constitutes consent to our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
14.2 Deal Pal complies with Canada's Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and other applicable privacy laws.
14.3 For privacy-related requests or concerns, contact: info@dealpalapp.com
14.4 Users in certain jurisdictions (such as California, USA or the European Union) may have additional privacy rights. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for details.
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15. GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION
15.1 These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein, without regard to conflict of law principles.
15.2 While Ontario law governs these Terms, you remain responsible for compliance with all applicable laws in your jurisdiction, including but not limited to consumer protection laws, privacy laws, and export control laws.
15.3 Nothing in these Terms overrides or limits any mandatory consumer rights, privacy rights, or other legal protections that cannot be waived under the laws of your jurisdiction. Where local laws provide you with greater protections than these Terms, those local laws will apply to the extent required by applicable law.
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16. MODIFICATIONS
16.1 Deal Pal may update, modify, or replace these Terms at any time at its sole discretion.
16.2 We will provide notice of material changes by posting the updated Terms in the App or by other reasonable means.
16.3 Your continued use of the App after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.
16.4 If you do not agree to the modified Terms, you must stop using the App.
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17. CONTACT INFORMATION
Deal Pal Inc.
Email: info@dealpalapp.com
DMCA Notices: dmca@dealpalapp.com
For questions about these Terms, privacy concerns, or to exercise your legal rights, please contact us at the email address above.
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18. ARBITRATION & DISPUTE RESOLUTION
18.1 – AGREEMENT TO ARBITRATE
All disputes, claims, or controversies arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the App (including but not limited to claims regarding user content, pricing accuracy, store information, personal injury, property damage, or statutory claims) shall be resolved exclusively through binding arbitration administered by the ADR Institute of Canada, rather than through court litigation.
18.2 – WAIVER OF COURT TRIAL
You and Deal Pal each waive the right to have any dispute resolved in court by a judge or jury, except as otherwise provided in Section 18.9 below.
18.3 – CLASS ACTION WAIVER
You and Deal Pal each agree that any dispute resolution proceeding will be conducted only on an individual basis and not in a class, consolidated, or representative action. You waive your right to participate in a class action lawsuit or class-wide arbitration.
If a court or arbitrator determines that this class action waiver is unenforceable, then the entire arbitration provision shall be null and void (but all other provisions of these Terms remain in effect).
18.4 – ARBITRATION PROCEDURES
The arbitration will be conducted in Ontario, Canada, under the rules of the ADR Institute of Canada. Each party will bear its own costs and expenses, including attorneys' fees, unless the arbitrator determines that a party's claim or defense was frivolous or brought in bad faith, in which case the arbitrator may award costs and fees to the prevailing party.
The arbitrator's decision will be final and binding, and judgment on the award may be entered in any court of competent jurisdiction.
18.5 – EXCEPTIONS TO ARBITRATION
Notwithstanding the above, either party may seek equitable relief (such as injunctive relief or specific performance) in court to protect intellectual property rights or confidential information.
18.6 – ENFORCEMENT AND LEGAL COSTS
If you attempt to bring any dispute in court rather than through arbitration (except as permitted in Section 18.5), and Deal Pal successfully compels arbitration, Deal Pal may seek to recover its reasonable attorneys' fees and costs incurred in enforcing this arbitration provision.
18.7 – OPT-OUT RIGHT
You have the right to opt out of this arbitration provision within thirty (30) days of first using the App. To opt out, you must send written notice to info@dealpalapp.com stating your name, email address, and intent to opt out of arbitration. If you opt out, you retain the right to resolve disputes in court, but the class action waiver in Section 18.3 will still apply to the maximum extent permitted by law.
18.8 – SURVIVAL
This arbitration provision shall survive termination of these Terms and your use of the App.
18.9 – JURISDICTIONAL LIMITATIONS
Some US states, Canadian provinces, and other jurisdictions restrict or prohibit mandatory arbitration agreements or class action waivers, particularly for certain consumer claims.
If you are a resident of a jurisdiction where any provision of this Section 18 is found to be unenforceable or prohibited by law, then:
• The unenforceable provision will not apply to you
• You may retain the right to pursue claims in court
• You may retain the right to participate in class action lawsuits
• All other provisions of these Terms remain in full force and effect
This Section 18 will be interpreted to the maximum extent enforceable under the laws of your jurisdiction.
Jurisdictions with known restrictions include (but are not limited to): California (certain consumer claims), Washington State, New Jersey, and various others. This list is not exhaustive, and you should consult local legal counsel regarding your specific rights.
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19. THIRD-PARTY LINKS
The App may contain links to third-party websites, services, or content not owned or controlled by Deal Pal. Deal Pal does not control, endorse, monitor, or guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or quality of these external resources and is not responsible for any damages, losses, or liabilities arising from your access to or use of third-party websites or services. You access third-party links at your own risk and should review their terms and privacy policies.
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20. DMCA / COPYRIGHT POLICY
20.1 Deal Pal respects intellectual property rights and complies with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA).
20.2 If you believe that copyrighted material has been improperly posted on the App, please send a DMCA takedown notice to: dmca@dealpalapp.com
20.3 Your notice must include:
• Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
• Identification of the infringing material and its location in the App
• Your contact information (name, address, phone, email)
• A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use is not authorized
• A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information is accurate and you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner
• Your physical or electronic signature
20.4 Deal Pal will investigate and may remove content in response to valid DMCA notices.
20.5 Deal Pal may terminate accounts of repeat infringers.
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21. FORCE MAJEURE
Deal Pal is not liable for any delay, failure, or interruption in providing the App caused by events beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to: acts of God, natural disasters, pandemics, wars, terrorism, government restrictions, internet failures, power outages, labor strikes, cyberattacks, or security breaches beyond our control.
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22. SEVERABILITY
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, invalid, or illegal by a court or arbitrator in any jurisdiction, that provision will be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable, or if modification is not possible, it will be severed from these Terms. The remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.
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23. EXPORT COMPLIANCE
You agree to comply with all applicable export control laws, trade sanctions, and regulations.
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24. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Deal Pal Inc. regarding your use of the App and supersede all prior agreements.
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25. NO AGENCY RELATIONSHIP
Nothing in these Terms creates a partnership, agency, employment, or joint-venture relationship between you and Deal Pal Inc.
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26. ASSIGNMENT
Deal Pal may assign or transfer its rights under these Terms at any time. You may not transfer your rights without written permission.
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27. HEADINGS
Headings are for convenience only and do not affect interpretation.
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28. LANGUAGE
These Terms are provided in English. By using the App, you confirm that you fully understand and accept the English version.
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ACKNOWLEDGMENT
BY USING THE APP, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT:
• You have read and understood these Terms
• You agree to be bound by these Terms
• You are of legal age to enter into these Terms
• You understand that Deal Pal is not responsible for user-submitted content
• You assume all risks related to using information from the App
• You agree to resolve disputes through arbitration (subject to opt-out)
• You waive your right to participate in class action lawsuits
IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THESE TERMS, DO NOT USE THE APP.
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