1. Information We Collect
We collect information to make Heyy Deal functional and personalised for your GTA experience.
Personal Information You Provide
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Account Details: Name, email, password, and optional preferences (school, area, or interests).
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Profile Information: Optional profile photo, bio, or other public information.
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Payment Details: We collect payment data when you pay to connect with other users. All payments are processed securely through a third-party payment provider (we never store your full payment info).
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Communications: Feedback, support requests, or app-related inquiries sent through our website or support channels.
Location & Technical Information
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Location Data: Used to show nearby deals and users based on your real-time location in the GTA.
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Device Info: Device type, operating system, and IP address (for app optimization).
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Usage Analytics: Anonymous data on app interactions, such as clicks, views, and session duration.
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Cookies: Stored on our website to improve navigation and save user preferences.
2. How We Use Your Information
Heyy Deal uses your data to:
Display local deals and student discounts near you in real time.
Enable the pay-to-connect and in-app chat features.
Personalize your app experience across the Greater Toronto Area.
Process secure transactions.
Send important updates, deals, or promotions.
Monitor and improve app performance.
Prevent spam, abuse, or fraudulent behavior.
We do not sell your personal information — ever.
3. How We Protect Your Data
Your privacy and safety come first.
We use SSL encryption, secure servers, and industry-standard payment protection to safeguard your data.
All payments are processed securely via PCI DSS–compliant providers.
Access to user data is restricted to authorized personnel only.
Location and chat data are encrypted and never sold to advertisers.
4. Location Data in the Greater Toronto Area
Since Heyy Deal is built around local deals in the GTA, location access is essential.
We only collect your location data when the app is active and permission is granted.
You can disable location tracking at any time from your device settings, but doing so may limit your ability to see relevant deals.
5. Payments and Transactions
When you pay to connect with another user:
Payment information is securely transmitted through trusted gateways.
We do not store full credit card numbers or banking details.
You receive confirmation after each successful transaction.
All transactions comply with Canadian and international payment security standards.
7. Your Rights as a GTA User
Under Canadian law (PIPEDA), you have the right to:
Access your personal data
Request correction of inaccurate information
Withdraw consent for non-essential processing
Delete your account and data anytime
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@heyydeal.com.
8. Information Sharing
We share data only when necessary, such as with:
Service Providers: Payment processors, hosting companies, analytics tools.
Legal Authorities: When required to comply with laws or protect user safety.
Business Transfers: In case of merger, acquisition, or restructuring.
Your chats remain private between you and other users — we never monitor or share them unless required by law.
9. Age Restrictions
Heyy Deal is intended for users aged 16 and above.
We do not knowingly collect information from minors under 16.
If such data is discovered, it will be deleted immediately.
10. Regional Scope: Greater Toronto Area
Heyy Deal currently operates in the Greater Toronto Area, including:
Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Scarborough, North York, Etobicoke, and Markham.
We follow Canadian privacy standards (PIPEDA) for all users.
11. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect new features or legal requirements.
Updates will appear on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.
We encourage you to review it regularly.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, contact us at:
📧 privacy@heyydeal.com
📍 Heyy Deal Inc, 478 Guildwood Pkwy, Ontario, Scarborough, Canada – M1E 1R6
