Privacy Policy

At PerksAround, 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 visit our website and use our services.

By using PerksAround, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our service.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide to Us

We collect information that you voluntarily provide when using our service, including:

• Business Information: When you submit a promotion, we collect your business name, business type, location details, and promotional information
• Contact Information: Email addresses provided when submitting promotions or requesting new locations
• Promotional Content: Details about perks, promotions, links to external websites (such as Facebook, Instagram, or business websites), and any other information you choose to include in your listings
• Location Requests: City, country, and optional messages when you request a new location to be added to our platform
• Communications: Any messages, feedback, or correspondence you send to us

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you access PerksAround, we automatically collect certain information about your device and usage, including:

• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers, and mobile network information
• Usage Data: Pages viewed, time spent on pages, links clicked, search queries, and other actions taken on our platform
• Location Data: General geographic location based on your IP address (not precise GPS location)
• Cookies and Similar Technologies: Data collected through cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies (see Section 6 for more details)

1.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third-party services such as analytics providers (e.g., Vercel Analytics) that help us understand how users interact with our platform.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

2.1 To Provide and Maintain Our Service

• Display your business promotions and perks to users
• Process and review submitted promotions for approval
• Maintain and improve the functionality of our platform
• Respond to your requests, questions, and support needs
• Send administrative communications about your submissions

2.2 To Improve User Experience

• Analyze usage patterns and user behavior to improve our service
• Develop new features and functionality
• Personalize content based on location preferences
• Optimize search functionality and content organization

2.3 To Communicate With You

• Notify you about the status of your submitted promotions (approval, rejection, expiration)
• Respond to location requests and notify you when requested locations are added
• Send important updates about our service, policies, or Terms of Service
• Provide customer support and respond to your inquiries

2.4 For Safety and Security

• Detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, and illegal activity
• Verify the authenticity of submitted promotions
• Protect the rights, property, and safety of PerksAround, our users, and the public
• Enforce our Terms of Service and other policies

2.5 For Legal Compliance

• Comply with legal obligations, court orders, and regulatory requirements
• Respond to lawful requests from public authorities
• Establish, exercise, or defend legal claims

3. How We Share Your Information

3.1 Public Information

Information you submit as part of a promotion listing (business name, location, promotional details, and links) will be publicly displayed on PerksAround and visible to all users. Do not include any information in your listings that you do not want to be publicly available.

3.2 Service Providers

We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, including:

• Hosting and infrastructure providers (e.g., Vercel, Neon Database)
• Analytics services (e.g., Vercel Analytics)
• Email delivery services
• Customer support tools

These service providers are contractually obligated to use your information only to provide services to us and are prohibited from using it for their own purposes.

3.3 Business Transfers

If PerksAround is involved in a merger, acquisition, asset sale, or bankruptcy, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change and the choices you may have regarding your information.

3.4 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to:

• Valid legal processes (subpoenas, court orders, warrants)
• Requests from law enforcement or government agencies
• National security or public safety concerns
• Protection of our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or the public

3.5 With Your Consent

We may share your information for purposes not described in this policy with your explicit consent.

4. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

• Active Promotions: Promotion data is retained while the promotion is active and for a reasonable period after expiration for record-keeping and analytics purposes
• Rejected Promotions: Information from rejected promotions may be retained to prevent spam and abuse
• Contact Information: Email addresses and contact information are retained until you request deletion or we no longer need it for our business purposes
• Usage Data: Analytics and usage data may be retained in aggregated, anonymized form indefinitely

When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit using SSL/TLS protocols
• Secure database storage with access controls
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Limited access to personal information by authorized personnel only
• Administrative, physical, and technical safeguards

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. You provide information at your own risk.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

6.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us recognize you and remember your preferences. We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on PerksAround.

6.2 Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly (e.g., session management, security)
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website (e.g., Vercel Analytics)
• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings to improve your experience
• Performance Cookies: Collect information about how you use our site to help us improve it

6.3 Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

• View and delete cookies
• Block third-party cookies
• Block all cookies
• Delete all cookies when you close your browser

Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of PerksAround and limit your ability to use certain features.

7. Third-Party Links and Services

PerksAround contains links to third-party websites and services, including:

• Business websites
• Social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, etc.)
• Payment processors
• Other external resources

These third-party sites and services have their own privacy policies and practices. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

When you click on a third-party link or interact with a third-party service through PerksAround, you are leaving our platform and are subject to the privacy policy and terms of that third party.

8. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

8.1 General Rights

• Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to certain legal exceptions)
• Data Portability: Request a copy of your information in a structured, machine-readable format
• Objection: Object to certain processing of your information
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances

8.2 California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information is collected, used, shared, or sold
• Right to delete personal information (with certain exceptions)
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (Note: We do not sell personal information)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

8.3 European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including:

• Right of access to your personal data
• Right to rectification of inaccurate data
• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Right to withdraw consent at any time
• Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

8.4 Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@perksaround.com. We will respond to your request within 30 days (or as required by applicable law). We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.

9. Children's Privacy

PerksAround is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information as quickly as possible.

10. International Data Transfers

PerksAround is based in the United States. If you are accessing our service from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States and other countries where our service providers operate.

These countries may have data protection laws that are different from the laws of your country. By using PerksAround, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and other countries, and the processing of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will:

• Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page
• Post the revised Privacy Policy on our website
• For material changes, provide notice on our website or via email

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Your continued use of PerksAround after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

12. Do Not Track Signals

Some web browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activities tracked. Currently, our website does not respond to Do Not Track signals because there is no standard interpretation or implementation of these signals.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

We will respond to your inquiry as soon as reasonably possible, typically within 30 days.