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Privacy Policy

Last updated: August 29, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to App Discount. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our platform.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

  • Account Information: Name, email address, password
  • Profile Information: Optional profile details you choose to add
  • Payment Information: Processed securely through Stripe (we don't store card details)
  • Communications: Messages you send to us or through our platform

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

  • Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, interaction patterns
  • Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device identifiers
  • IP Address: For security and geographic customization
  • Cookies: Session management and preference storage

2.3 Information from Third Parties

  • Payment Processors: Transaction confirmations from Stripe
  • Social Media: If you connect social accounts (optional)
  • Vendors: Product information and availability updates

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Provide and maintain our services
  • Process transactions and send confirmations
  • Communicate about orders, updates, and promotions
  • Improve and personalize your experience
  • Detect and prevent fraud
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Analyze usage patterns to improve our platform

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 We Share Data With:

  • Vendors: To fulfill your orders (limited to necessary information)
  • Payment Processors: Stripe for secure payment processing
  • Service Providers: Hosting, analytics, customer support tools
  • Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect rights

4.2 We Do Not:

  • Sell your personal information
  • Share data for third-party marketing without consent
  • Transfer data without appropriate safeguards

5. International Data Transfers

As we serve users in North America and Europe, data may be transferred across borders. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:

  • Standard contractual clauses
  • Privacy Shield frameworks where applicable
  • GDPR compliance for European users

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures:

  • Encryption in transit and at rest
  • Regular security audits
  • Access controls and authentication
  • PCI DSS compliance for payment data
  • Incident response procedures

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights and Choices

7.1 Access and Control

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Export your data (data portability)
  • Object to certain processing
  • Withdraw consent where applicable

7.2 Communication Preferences

  • Opt-out of marketing emails via unsubscribe links
  • Manage notification settings in your account
  • Contact us to update preferences

7.3 Cookies

You can control cookies through browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect platform functionality.

8. GDPR Compliance (European Users)

8.1 Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data based on:

  • Contract performance (order fulfillment)
  • Legitimate interests (platform improvement, fraud prevention)
  • Legal obligations
  • Your consent (marketing communications)

8.2 Data Protection Rights

European users have additional rights under GDPR:

  • Right to be informed
  • Right to rectification
  • Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
  • Right to restrict processing
  • Right to data portability
  • Right to object
  • Rights related to automated decision-making

9. California Privacy Rights (CCPA & CalOPPA)

9.1 Rights under CCPA

California residents have the following rights:

  • Right to know what personal information is collected
  • Right to know if information is sold or disclosed
  • Right to say no to sale of personal information
  • Right to equal service and price
  • Right to delete personal information
  • Right to opt-out of sale (we do not sell personal information)

9.2 CalOPPA Compliance

Under CalOPPA (California Online Privacy Protection Act):

  • Privacy Policy Accessibility: Our privacy policy is accessible from our homepage and any page collecting personal information
  • Policy Changes: We notify users of privacy policy changes via email and prominent notice on our website
  • Do Not Track Signals: We honor Do Not Track (DNT) browser signals. When DNT is enabled, we do not track your browsing across third-party websites
  • Third-Party Tracking: We allow trusted third parties (analytics providers) to collect information. You can opt-out through their respective opt-out mechanisms

10. Canadian Privacy Rights (PIPEDA)

For Canadian residents, under the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA):

10.1 Your Rights

  • Access: Request access to your personal information
  • Accuracy: Ensure your information is accurate and complete
  • Consent: Withdraw consent for collection, use, or disclosure
  • Portability: Request your data in a portable format
  • Complaints: File a complaint with the Privacy Commissioner of Canada

10.2 Our Commitments

  • Accountability: We are responsible for personal information under our control
  • Identifying Purposes: We identify why we collect information before or at collection
  • Consent: We obtain consent for collection, use, or disclosure
  • Limiting Collection: We collect only what's necessary
  • Limiting Use: We use information only for stated purposes
  • Accuracy: We keep information accurate and up-to-date
  • Safeguards: We protect information with appropriate security
  • Openness: We make our privacy practices readily available
  • Individual Access: We provide access upon request
  • Challenging Compliance: You can challenge our compliance

11. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware of collection from a child, we will promptly delete the information.

12. Data Retention

We retain personal data for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide our services
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Resolve disputes
  • Enforce agreements

Specific retention periods:

  • Account data: Duration of account plus 30 days
  • Transaction records: 7 years for tax purposes
  • Marketing data: Until opt-out or 2 years of inactivity

13. Third-Party Links

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies before providing information.

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy periodically. We will notify you of material changes via:

  • Email notification
  • Platform announcement
  • Update notice on this page

Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

15. Contact Information

For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, contact us:

Data Protection Officer
Email: privacy@app-discount.com
Address: App Discount, Zesto LLC, Delaware, United States

EU Representative (for GDPR matters)
Email: eu-privacy@app-discount.com

Response Time: We aim to respond to all privacy requests within 30 days.

16. Supervisory Authority

If you're unsatisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority:

  • EU residents: Your national data protection authority
  • UK residents: Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)
  • US residents: Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
  • California residents: California Attorney General's Office
  • Canadian residents: Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada