Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 11, 2025

Birthday Hunter ("we," "us," "our," or the "Company") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and website (collectively, the "Service"). Please read this policy carefully. By using our Service, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in several ways to provide and improve our Service:

1.1 Information You Provide Directly

When you create an account, subscribe, or interact with our Service, you may provide:

• Account Information: Name, email address, date of birth (month and day), and password
• Profile Information: Profile picture (optional), preferences, and interests
• Payment Information: When you subscribe to premium features, we collect billing information through our third-party payment processors (Stripe, Apple Pay, Google Pay). We do not store your full credit card numbers on our servers.
• Communications: Information you provide when contacting support, submitting feedback, or participating in surveys
• User-Generated Content: Any content you submit, including deal suggestions, reviews, or comments

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you access or use our Service, we automatically collect:

• Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers, browser type, mobile network information, and device settings
• Location Data: With your permission, we collect precise or approximate location data from your device to show deals near you. You may disable location services in your device settings, but this may limit Service functionality.
• Usage Data: Pages viewed, features used, deals clicked, time spent on the app, search queries, and interaction patterns
• Log Data: IP address, access times, app crashes, and system activity
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, pixels, and similar technologies to collect information about your browsing activities

1.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from:

• Social Media Platforms: If you connect your account via social login (Google, Apple, Facebook), we receive profile information as permitted by your privacy settings
• Analytics Providers: We receive aggregated analytics data from Google Analytics, Firebase, and similar services
• Advertising Partners: We may receive information about your interactions with our advertisements on other platforms
• Business Partners: Restaurants and retailers may share redemption data when you claim offers

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for various purposes, including:

2.1 Providing and Improving the Service

• Deliver personalized birthday deals and offers based on your location and preferences
• Send birthday notifications and reminders at appropriate times
• Process subscriptions and payments
• Provide customer support and respond to inquiries
• Analyze usage patterns to improve features and user experience
• Develop new products, services, and features

2.2 Communications

• Send service-related announcements (e.g., maintenance, security updates)
• Deliver marketing communications about new deals, features, and promotions (with your consent where required)
• Send push notifications about birthday deals and reminders (you can manage these in app settings)

2.3 Advertising and Analytics

• Display targeted advertisements within the Service
• Measure advertising effectiveness
• Conduct research and analytics to understand user behavior
• Create aggregated, anonymized data for statistical analysis

2.4 Safety and Security

• Detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, and security issues
• Verify user identity and prevent unauthorized access
• Enforce our Terms of Service and other policies
• Comply with legal obligations and protect our legal rights

3. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

3.1 Service Providers

We engage third-party companies and individuals to facilitate our Service, including hosting providers, payment processors, analytics providers, customer support tools, email services, and marketing platforms. These providers have access to your information only to perform specific tasks on our behalf and are obligated to protect your data.

3.2 Business Partners

With your consent, we may share limited information with restaurants, retailers, and brands that offer birthday deals through our platform. This may include anonymized or aggregated redemption data.

3.3 Advertising Partners

We work with advertising networks and partners who may collect information through our Service to deliver targeted advertisements. This may include sharing device identifiers, location data, and usage information for advertising purposes.

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, government requests)
• Enforce our Terms of Service or other agreements
• Protect the rights, property, or safety of Birthday Hunter, our users, or the public
• Detect, prevent, or address fraud, security, or technical issues

3.5 Business Transfers

If Birthday Hunter is involved in a merger, acquisition, bankruptcy, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change in ownership or control of your personal information.

3.6 Aggregated or Anonymized Data

We may share aggregated or de-identified information that cannot reasonably be used to identify you for any purpose, including research, analytics, and marketing.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use various tracking technologies including:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic Service functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how you use our Service (Google Analytics, Firebase)
• Advertising Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements and measure their effectiveness
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings or device controls. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect Service functionality.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you with our Service. We may retain certain information for longer periods as necessary to:

• Comply with legal obligations (tax, accounting, regulatory requirements)
• Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
• Prevent fraud and abuse
• Maintain security and protect our legal rights

When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 90 days, except where retention is required by law or for legitimate business purposes.

6. Your Privacy Rights

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

6.1 Access and Portability

You may request a copy of the personal information we hold about you in a portable format.

6.2 Correction

You may update or correct inaccurate personal information through your account settings or by contacting us.

6.3 Deletion

You may request deletion of your personal information. Note that we may retain certain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.

6.4 Opt-Out Rights

• Marketing Communications: Unsubscribe via email links or account settings
• Push Notifications: Manage through device or app settings
• Targeted Advertising: Adjust device advertising settings or use opt-out tools
• Location Tracking: Disable in device settings

6.5 California Residents (CCPA)

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act, 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 as traditionally defined, but we may share information with advertising partners as described above.

6.6 European Users (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area, you have rights under GDPR including the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict processing, data portability, and object to processing. You may also lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including encryption, secure servers, and access controls. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for any activity that occurs under your account.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age (or 16 in the European Economic Area). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected information from a child without parental consent, we will delete that information promptly. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own, including the United States, where data protection laws may differ. By using our Service, you consent to such transfers. We implement appropriate safeguards for international transfers, including standard contractual clauses where required.

10. Third-Party Links and Services

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites, apps, or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on our Service and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

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

• Email: hello@birthdayhunter.com
• Address: Birthday Hunter, 1309 Coffeen Avenue STE 1200, Sheridan, WY 82801

For data access, correction, or deletion requests, please email us with "Privacy Request" in the subject line. We will respond within 30 days (or as required by applicable law).