Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. Learn how Loot Deals App collects, uses, and protects your information.
Last Updated: January 1, 2025
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
Welcome to Loot Deals App ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and website.
By downloading, accessing, or using Loot Deals App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services.
2. Information We Collect
We collect several types of information to provide and improve our services:
2.1 Personal Information
- Account Information: Name, email address, phone number (optional), username
- Profile Data: Preferences, notification settings, category subscriptions
- Authentication Data: Login credentials, session tokens
2.2 Usage Information
- Tracked Products: Product URLs you add for price tracking
- Wishlist Items: Products you've saved to your wishlist
- App Usage Data: Features used, time spent, interactions
- Search History: Products and deals you've searched for
2.3 Device Information
- Device Type: Phone model, operating system version
- Unique Identifiers: Device ID, FCM tokens for notifications
- Network Information: IP address, mobile network
- App Version: Version of Loot Deals App installed
2.4 Location Data
We do not collect precise location data. However, we may infer approximate location (country/state) based on IP address to provide region-specific deals and offers.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- ✓ Provide, operate, and maintain Loot Deals App services
- ✓ Track prices of products you've added
- ✓ Send price drop alerts and deal notifications
- ✓ Deliver personalized deal recommendations
- ✓ Improve app functionality and user experience
- ✓ Analyze usage patterns to enhance our services
- ✓ Respond to customer support inquiries
- ✓ Send important updates about the app
- ✓ Detect and prevent fraudulent activities
- ✓ Comply with legal obligations
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal data to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:
4.1 Service Providers
We work with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our services, including:
- Firebase (Google) - For authentication and push notifications
- Cloud hosting providers - For data storage and processing
- Analytics services - To understand app usage (anonymized data only)
4.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., court orders, government requests).
4.3 Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you before your information is transferred.
5. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information:
- 🔒 Encryption: All data transmitted between the app and our servers is encrypted using HTTPS/SSL
- 🔒 Secure Storage: Personal information is stored in secure, encrypted databases
- 🔒 Access Control: Strict access controls limit who can access user data
- 🔒 Regular Audits: We regularly audit our security practices and systems
- 🔒 Incident Response: We have procedures in place to respond to security incidents
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information.
6. Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
- Opt-out: Disable notifications or marketing communications
- Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
- Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise these rights, please contact us or use the Delete Account page.
8. Children's Privacy
Loot Deals App is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete such information.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:
- Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
- Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- Sending you a notification through the app or via email (for significant changes)
You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Continued use of Loot Deals App after any modifications constitutes acknowledgment and acceptance of the changes.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
We will respond to your inquiries within 30 days of receipt.