Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to DealTogether ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data in an open and transparent manner. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect information in relation to our Shopify app.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information from Merchants

When merchants install our app, we collect:

• Shop domain and name
• Email address
• Product information for deals created
• App usage data (deals created, active deals, etc.)

2.2 Information from End Customers

When end customers participate in group deals, we collect:

• Email address (for deal notifications and verification)
• Verification status
• Timestamp of participation

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for:

• Email Verification: To verify customer participation in group deals
• Deal Notifications: To notify customers when deals reach their target
• Service Provision: To provide and maintain our app functionality
• Analytics: To understand how our app is used and improve it
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

4. Data Retention

Merchant Data: We retain merchant data while the app is installed. All merchant data (deals, commitments, sessions) is automatically deleted when the app is uninstalled.

Customer Data: Customer email addresses and participation records are stored for the duration of the deal and up to 90 days after deal completion, unless deletion is requested earlier.

5. Your Rights (GDPR Compliance)

Under GDPR and other privacy laws, you have the following rights:

• Right to Access: You can request a copy of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: You can request correction of inaccurate data
• Right to Erasure: You can request deletion of your data
• Right to Data Portability: You can request your data in a portable format
• Right to Object: You can object to certain types of processing

To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@dealtogether.app or submit a data request through your Shopify customer account.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Third-party services that help us operate our app (e.g., email service providers, database hosting)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Shopify: As necessary to provide services through the Shopify platform

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including:

• Encrypted connections (HTTPS/TLS)
• Secure database storage with access controls
• Regular security assessments
• Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis

8. Cookies and Tracking

Our app uses minimal tracking technologies:

• Session Cookies: To maintain your login session in the app
• Functional Cookies: To remember your preferences

We do not use third-party advertising or tracking cookies.

9. Third-Party Services

Our app integrates with the following third-party services:

• Shopify: For app hosting and merchant authentication
• Neon/PostgreSQL: For database hosting
• Resend: For sending transactional emails
• Vercel: For app hosting and deployment

Each of these services has their own privacy policy and data handling practices.

10. Children's Privacy

Our app is not intended for use by children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

11. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: support@dealtogether.app
Website: https://dealtogether.app