Privacy Policy – FlyerAlerte
FlyerAlerte attaches great importance to protecting your privacy and the security of your personal information. This privacy policy aims to inform you clearly and transparently about how FlyerAlerte collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information when you use our platform.
By using FlyerAlerte, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
About FlyerAlerte
FlyerAlerte is a price comparison and grocery planning platform allowing users to browse flyers, compare prices, and create personalized carts.
Privacy Officer
FlyerAlerte
📧 confidentialite@flyeralerte.ca
Applicable Laws
FlyerAlerte complies with the following laws:
- Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) – Canada
- Act respecting the protection of personal information in the private sector (Quebec – Law 25)
These laws govern the collection, use, disclosure, retention, and protection of personal information.
Personal Information Collected
A. Information provided voluntarily
Depending on your use of the platform, we may collect:
- Email address
- First and last name (optional)
- Year of birth (optional)
- Information related to a user account (if created)
- Saved carts
- Grocery and store preferences
Creating an account is optional but provides access to additional features.
B. Information collected automatically
When you use FlyerAlerte, certain technical information may be collected automatically, including:
- IP Address
- Device type and browser
- Pages viewed
- Interactions with the platform (clicks, filters, comparisons)
This data is used for statistical purposes, service improvement, and security.
Purposes of Collection
Personal information is collected solely to:
- Provide and operate the FlyerAlerte platform
- Personalize the user experience
- Allow saving of carts and preferences
- Send transactional communications (e.g., alerts, account-related information)
- Improve the performance and features of the service
- Ensure security and prevent abuse or fraudulent use
- Analyze user age groups to adapt the service to our target audience
FlyerAlerte does not use your information for purposes incompatible with these objectives.
Suppliers and Subcontractors
FlyerAlerte uses a limited number of third-party suppliers to operate the platform. Each only has access to the information strictly necessary for their function.
| Supplier | Service | Data Processed |
|---|---|---|
| Better Auth | Authentication and account management | Email address, session identifiers |
| PostgreSQL (self-hosted) | Hosting and data storage | All user data (accounts, carts, preferences) |
These suppliers are selected based on their security guarantees and compliance with applicable standards. Contractual agreements govern the processing of personal information when required.
Email Communications
FlyerAlerte may send:
- Transactional communications necessary for the operation of the service (e.g., alerts, account-related information)
Marketing communications, if any, will always be subject to separate consent and will offer an unsubscribe option compliant with applicable laws.
User Rights
In accordance with applicable laws, you have the following rights in particular:
- Access your personal information
- Request the correction of inaccurate information
- Withdraw your consent, subject to legal obligations
- Request the deletion of your personal information
- Request the closure of your account
Requests can be sent by email to: confidentialite@flyeralerte.ca
The complete deletion of personal information will be carried out within a reasonable timeframe of up to 60 days, unless a legal obligation dictates otherwise.
Automated Decisions
FlyerAlerte does not use any automated decision-making process producing legal or significant effects on users.
Comparisons and recommendations are based on general rules and public data.
Information Security
FlyerAlerte implements reasonable technical and organizational security measures, including:
- Restricted access to data
- Secure hosting
- Encryption of communications (SSL/TLS)
- Limitation of administrative access
As no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, FlyerAlerte cannot guarantee absolute security, but commits to applying recognized best practices.
Privacy Incidents
FlyerAlerte maintains a privacy incident register in accordance with the law.
In the event of an incident presenting a serious risk of harm, the individuals concerned will be notified as soon as possible, along with the competent authorities when required.
Children
FlyerAlerte is not intended for children under 14 years of age.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 14 years of age.
Policy Changes
This policy may be updated to reflect legal, technical, or operational changes.
The date of the last update is indicated at the top of this page. Any significant changes will be the subject of an appropriate notice.
Contact Us
For any questions, requests, or complaints regarding privacy:
FlyerAlerte · confidentialite@flyeralerte.ca