U2ME Technologies Corp. (“U2ME”, “we”, “us”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information in accordance with Canadian privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
1. Information We Collect
a) Information You Provide
- Name, email address, phone number, and profile details
- Addresses or general locations you choose to share
- Job postings, descriptions, messages, and ratings
- Payment-related information (processed by third-party providers)
b) Information Collected Automatically
- Device information, IP address, usage data, crash logs
- Location data and map interactions (with your consent)
c) Payment Information
- Handled by Stripe, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and similar services—we do not store full card numbers.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected data to:
- Enable account creation and authentication
- Match Clients and Service Providers and display job listings
- Process payments (e.g., phone-number unlocks)
- Improve the app, send notifications, and provide customer support
- Prevent fraud, enforce policies, and comply with legal obligations
3. Sharing Your Information
a) With Other Users: Profile details, job information, and phone numbers (only after a paid reveal) may be shared when necessary for the marketplace to function.
b) With Service Providers: We work with trusted partners such as payment processors, cloud hosting, analytics, and mapping providers who must protect your data and use it only for contracted services.
c) Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, regulation, or to prevent harm.
4. Location Data
We use your location to show nearby services and improve search results. You can disable location permissions, but related features may not function.
5. Data Storage & Security
We employ administrative, technical, and physical safeguards. However, no system is completely secure; you use the Service at your own risk.
6. Data Retention
We retain information as long as needed to operate accounts, comply with laws, resolve disputes, and enforce policies. Users may request deletion as outlined below.
7. Children’s Privacy
The Service is not intended for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect information from minors.
8. International Transfers
Data may be stored or processed outside Canada. We ensure any transfer provides protection comparable to Canadian privacy standards.
9. Your Rights (Canada)
You may request access, corrections, deletion, or withdrawal of consent, and you may challenge our compliance with PIPEDA. See our account deletion instructions or contact info@u2meapp.io.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy. Changes will be posted with an updated “Last Updated” date.
11. Contact
For privacy questions, contact U2ME Technologies Corp. at info@u2meapp.io.