1. Who This Applies To
- Customers who use DropDeal to find and redeem local offers
- Merchants who list their businesses and promotions on DropDeal
- Visitors who browse our website or app
2. What Information We Collect
- Personal Information
- For Customers: Name, phone number (if submitted), location data, device info
- For Merchants: Business name, owner name, phone number, email, GST or license details (if applicable), address, and store images
- Device & Usage Information
- IP address
- Device model, OS, browser type
- App usage patterns (e.g., clicks, searches, views)
- Location (with permission) to show nearby offers
- Cookies and Tracking Tools
- We use cookies and similar technologies to improve site performance, understand user behavior, and offer personalized recommendations.
- You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings.
3. How We Use Your Information
- Show relevant offers and deals based on your location and interests
- Connect customers with local merchants
- Create merchant store pages
- Analyze traffic, trends, and user behavior for platform improvement
- Prevent fraud and misuse
- Send service-related messages, updates, and promotional communications (opt-out anytime)
4. How We Share Your Information
- We never sell your personal data.
- We may share your data:
- With third-party service providers (for hosting, analytics, support)
- With government authorities if legally required
- With merchants, only customer contact if you initiate contact through the app
- Internally, within our business, to improve your experience
5. Merchant Data Handling
- Merchants are responsible for the data they upload (store info, deals, pricing).
- DropDeal only displays it as per user searches.
- Merchants must not upload sensitive or illegal data.
6. Data Storage & Security
- All data is stored securely using encrypted servers
- Access is strictly controlled and monitored
- We use firewalls, two-factor authentication, and security audits regularly
- While we follow best practices, no system is 100% secure. Use the platform at your own discretion.
7. User Control and Choices
- Update your account details anytime
- Delete your account by contacting support
- Opt out of promotional messages by clicking "unsubscribe"
8. Children's Privacy
DropDeal is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.
9. Third-Party Links
DropDeal may contain links to external sites (e.g., merchant websites, Google Maps). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy as our platform grows. When we do, we'll update the "Last Updated" date above. You are encouraged to review this page regularly.
11. Contact Us
- 📧 Email: [email protected]
- 📱 Phone/WhatsApp: +91-7879931783
- 🌐 Website: www.dropdeal.in