Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 26, 2026

This privacy policy explains how HotEUDeals ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our website www.hoteudeals.com and the HotEUDeals mobile application (collectively, "our Services"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our data practices.

This policy applies to both our website and our mobile application available on Google Play. By using our Services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us and information we gather automatically when you use our Services:

On Our Website

Contact Information: Email address and name when you use our contact form.
Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, and interactions with our services.
Device Information: Browser type, operating system, IP address, and device identifiers.
Cookies: We use essential cookies to ensure the website functions properly.

In Our Mobile App

When you use our mobile application, we may collect:

Camera Access: When you use the barcode scanner feature, we request access to your device camera. Camera data is processed locally on your device to scan product barcodes and is not transmitted to our servers or stored.
Search Queries: Products you search for within the app to provide price comparison results.
Device Information: Device type, operating system version, and language settings to optimize your experience.
Push Notification Token: If you enable price alerts, we collect your device push notification token to send you alerts when prices drop.

Data Stored Locally on Your Device

The following data is stored only on your device and is never sent to our servers:

Scan History: Your barcode scan history is stored locally on your device.
Bookmarks and Watchlist: Products you save or add to your watchlist are stored locally.
Recent Searches: Your search history is stored locally for your convenience.
App Preferences: Your chosen language, currency, and preferred Amazon marketplace are stored locally.

Information We DO NOT Collect

We respect your privacy and do not collect:

Payment Information: We do not process payments directly. All purchases are made through Amazon.
Amazon Credentials: We never access your Amazon login or account information.
Sensitive Personal Data: We do not collect health, financial, or other sensitive information.
Location Data: We do not track your precise location. Market detection is based on your device language and region settings.
Photos or Media: The camera is used solely for barcode scanning. We do not access your photo library or store images.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To provide and maintain our price comparison services across website and app
To respond to your inquiries and support requests
To improve user experience and performance across our Services
To send price drop alerts and notifications (app, with your consent)
To detect and prevent fraud or abuse
To comply with legal obligations
To analyze usage patterns and trends to improve our Services

We only collect data that is necessary to provide our services effectively. The app is designed to work without creating an account — no registration is required.

App Permissions

Our mobile app may request the following permissions:

Camera: Required for the barcode scanner feature. You can deny this permission and still use all other app features.
Internet: Required to fetch product prices and exchange rates from our servers.
Notifications: Optional. Required only if you want to receive price drop alerts for items on your watchlist.

Cookies and Tracking

On our website, we use cookies and similar technologies to:

Remember your preferences (language, currency)
Analyze site traffic and usage patterns
Improve our services based on how you use our site

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some site functionality.

Our mobile app does not use cookies. Preferences are stored locally on your device.

Third-Party Services

We work with the following third-party services:

Amazon Associates: We are part of the Amazon Associates program and earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through our website or app.
Analytics: We use analytics tools to understand how visitors use our website and app.
Push Notifications: We use push notification services provided by Google (Firebase Cloud Messaging) to deliver price alerts on Android devices.

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

Information Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except:

With service providers who assist us in operating our website and app
To comply with laws, regulations, or legal requests
To protect our rights, property, or safety
To prevent fraud or other illegal activities

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

Your Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area, you have the following rights:

Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data we hold.
Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate personal data.
Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data.
Right to Restriction: Request limitation of processing your data.
Right to Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service.
Right to Object: Object to processing of your personal data.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below. For data stored locally on your device (scan history, bookmarks, preferences), you can delete this data directly within the app settings.

Data Protection

We take your data security seriously:

All data transmissions are encrypted using SSL/TLS technology
Access to personal information is restricted to authorized personnel
We regularly review our security practices
Most app data is stored locally on your device, minimizing data exposure

We retain your information only for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. Data stored locally on your device remains until you clear it or uninstall the app.

Children's Privacy

Our Services are not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately and we will take steps to delete such information.

Data Deletion

You can delete your locally stored data at any time by clearing the app data in your device settings or by uninstalling the app. To request deletion of any data we hold on our servers, please contact us at the email address below.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will update the 'Last updated' date at the top of this policy. For significant changes, we may notify you through the app or via our website. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Email: contact us via the contact page
Website: hoteudeals.com/contact
Herdo MB, V. Nagevičiaus g. 3, LT-08237 Vilnius