Privacy Policy

Effective Date Tue, Aug 29, 2023

Last updated Tue, Aug 29, 2023.

PAY4ME respects the privacy of its users. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose and safeguard your information when you visit our site and mobile applications. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH THE TERMS OF THIS PRIVACY POLICY, PLEASE DO NOT ACCESS ANY OF OUR WEB OR MOBILE APPLICATION.

We reserve the right to make changes to this Privacy Policy at any time and for any reason. We will alert you about any changes via email and by updating the “Last Updated” date of this Privacy Policy. You are encouraged to periodically review this Privacy Policy to stay informed of updates. You will be deemed to have been made aware of, will be subject to, and will be deemed to have accepted the changes in any revised Privacy Policy by your continued use of the Application after the date such revised Privacy Policy is posted.

This Privacy Policy does not apply to the third-party online/mobile store from which you install the Application or make payments, which may also collect and use data about you. We are not responsible for any of the data collected by any such third party.

Collection of Information

We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect via the Application depends on the content and materials you use and includes:

Personal Data

Demographic and other personally identifiable information (such as your name and email address that you voluntarily give to us when choosing to participate in various activities related to the Application, such as sharing usernames, receiving payments, and making payments. If you choose to share data about yourself via your profile, online chat, or other interactive areas of the Application, please be advised that all data you disclose in these areas is public and your data will be accessible to anyone who accesses the Application.

Derivative Data

The information our servers automatically collect when you access the Application, such as phone contacts to determine users that already use the Application, but we do not store Contact Information on our servers.

Financial Data

Financial information, such as data related to your payment method (e.g. payment receipts and payment type/options) that we may collect when you fund or make payments via your account. All other financial information like credit/debit card information is collected and stored by our various payment processors who have separate privacy policies, and you are encouraged to review their privacy policy and contact them directly for responses to your questions.

Mobile Device Access.

We may request access or permission to certain features from your mobile device to help us with carrying out functions like scanning, identity verifications, etc, including your mobile device’s [camera, contacts, storage,] and other features. If you wish to change our access or permissions, you may do so in your device’s settings.

Mobile Device Data

Device information such as your mobile device ID number, model, and manufacturer, version of your operating system, phone number, country, location, and any other data you choose to provide.

Push Notifications

We may request to send you to push notifications regarding your account or the Application. If you wish to opt-out of receiving these types of communications, you may turn them off in your device’s settings.

Use of Your Information

Having accurate information about you permits us to provide you with a smooth, efficient, and customized experience. Specifically, we may use information collected about you via the Application to:

  1. Assist law enforcement and respond to subpoenas.
  2. Compile anonymous statistical data and analysis for use internally or with third parties.
  3. Create and manage your account.
  4. Deliver targeted advertising, coupons, newsletters, and other information regarding promotions and the Application to you.
  5. Email you regarding your account.
  6. Enable user-to-user communications.
  7. Fulfill and manage payments, and other transactions related to the Application.
  8. Generate a personal profile about you to make future visits to the Application more personalized.
  9. Increase the efficiency and operation of the Application.
  10. Monitor and analyze usage and trends to improve your experience with the Application.
  11. Notify you of updates to the Application.
  12. Perform other business activities as needed.
  13. Prevent fraudulent transactions, monitor against theft, and protect against criminal activity.
  14. Process payments and refunds.
  15. Request feedback and contact you about your use of the Application.
  16. Resolve disputes and troubleshoot problems.
  17. Respond to product and customer service requests.
  18. Send you a newsletter.
  19. Solicit support for the Application.

Diclosure of your Information

We may share information we have collected about you in certain situations. Your information may be disclosed as follows:

By Law or to Protect Rights

If we believe the release of information about you is necessary to respond to legal process, to investigate or remedy potential violations of our policies, or to protect the rights, property, and safety of others, we may share your information as permitted or required by any applicable law, rule, or regulation. This includes exchanging information with other entities for fraud protection and credit risk reduction.

Third-Party Service Providers

We may share your information with third parties that perform services for us or on our behalf, including payment processing, data analysis, email delivery, hosting services, customer service, and marketing assistance.

Marketing Communications

With your consent, or with an opportunity for you to withdraw consent, we may share your information with third parties for marketing purposes, as permitted by law.

Interactions with Other Users

If you interact with other users of the Application, those users may see your name, profile photo, and descriptions of your activity, including making payments to them or requesting payment.

Other Third Parties

We may share your information with investors for the purpose of conducting a general business analysis. We may also share your information with such third parties for marketing purposes, as permitted by law.

Sale or Bankruptcy

If we reorganize or sell all or a portion of our assets, undergo a merger, or are acquired by another entity, we may transfer your information to the successor entity. If we go out of business or enter bankruptcy, your information would be an asset transferred or acquired by a third party. You acknowledge that such transfers may occur and that the transferee may decline to honor commitments we made in this Privacy Policy.

We are not responsible for the actions of third parties with whom you share personal or sensitive data, and we have no authority to manage or control third-party solicitations. If you no longer wish to receive correspondence, emails, or other communications from third parties, you are responsible for contacting the third party directly.

Third-party Websites

The Application may contain links to third-party websites and applications of interest, including advertisements and external services, that are not affiliated with us. Once you have used these links to leave the Application, any information you provide to these third parties is not covered by this Privacy Policy, and we cannot guarantee the safety and privacy of your information. Before visiting and providing any information to any third-party websites, you should inform yourself of the privacy policies and practices (if any) of the third-party responsible for that website, and should take those steps necessary to, in your discretion, protect the privacy of your information. We are not responsible for the content or privacy and security practices and policies of any third parties, including other sites, services, or applications that may be linked to or from the Application.

Security of Your Information

We use administrative, technical, and physical security measures to help protect your personal information. While we have taken reasonable steps to secure the personal information you provide to us, please be aware that despite our efforts, no security measures are perfect or impenetrable, and no method of data transmission can be guaranteed against any interception or other type of misuse. Any information disclosed online is vulnerable to interception and misuse by unauthorized parties. Therefore, we cannot guarantee complete security if you provide personal information.

Options regarding Your Information

Account Information

You may at any time review or change the information in your account or terminate your account by:

  • Logging into your account settings and updating your account
  • Navigating to the account section and clicking on "Delete Account"
  • Contacting us using the contact information provided below

Upon your request to terminate your account, we will deactivate or delete your account and information from our active databases. However, some information may be retained in our files to prevent fraud, troubleshoot problems, assist with any investigations, enforce our Terms of Use, and/or comply with legal requirements.

Emails and Communications

If you no longer wish to receive correspondence, emails, or other communications from us, you may opt out by:

  • Noting your preferences at the time you register your account with the Application, users can unsubscribe from the email newsletter with the unsubscribe button.
  • Contacting us using the contact information provided below

If you no longer wish to receive correspondence, emails, or other communications from third parties, you are responsible for contacting the third party directly.

CONTACT US

If you have questions or comments about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

[email protected]

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