Privacy Policy

Introduction

DealUp ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website dealup.com (the "Site") and use our services.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you create an account or use certain features, we may collect:

Name and username
Email address
Profile picture (if provided)
Account preferences and settings

Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information when you visit the Site:

IP address and device information
Browser type and version
Pages visited and time spent on pages
Referring website or source
Clicks on deals and external links

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and deliver personalized content. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Provide, maintain, and improve our services
Create and manage your account
Process and display deals you submit
Send notifications about deals, comments, and account activity
Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience
Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
Comply with legal obligations

Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

Public Content: Deals, comments, and profile information you post are publicly visible
Service Providers: Third parties who assist us in operating our website and services
Analytics Partners: Services like Google Analytics to understand site usage
Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

Third-Party Links

Our Site contains links to third-party websites (retailers, brands, etc.). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit through our links.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. We may retain certain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes after account deletion.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

Access and update your personal information through your account settings
Request deletion of your account and associated data
Opt out of marketing communications
Disable cookies through your browser settings
Request a copy of your personal data

California Privacy Rights

California residents may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect, request deletion, and opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.

Children's Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn we have collected such information, we will promptly delete it.

Changes to This 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 and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.