Privacy Policy
Last updated: December 10, 2025
At HustlePay Inc, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use HustlePayMe. Please read this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal data.
What Data We Collect
We collect information you provide directly, including:
- Account information (name, email, phone number)
- Profile data (photo, profession, bio)
- Payment information (processed securely by third parties)
- Transaction history and tipping patterns
- Device information and usage analytics
- Location data (when you opt-in for Bluetooth discovery)
- Communications with our support team
How We Use Your Data
Your information is used to:
- Facilitate tip transactions between users
- Verify your identity and prevent fraud
- Improve and personalize your experience
- Send important service notifications
- Provide customer support
- Analyze usage trends and optimize performance
- Comply with legal obligations
Payment Data Handling
We never store complete credit card numbers, CVV codes, or banking credentials on our servers. All payment processing is handled by PCI DSS-compliant third-party processors (Stripe and Finix). We only retain tokenized references to your payment methods, allowing you to make transactions without repeatedly entering your information while maintaining the highest security standards.
Bluetooth, QR & NFC Discovery
Our discovery features require specific permissions:
- Bluetooth: Used to discover nearby earners. Location data is processed locally and not stored on our servers.
- QR Codes: Contain only your unique HustlePayMe ID. No personal data is embedded in the code itself.
- NFC: Tags store only a URL linking to your profile. Physical proximity is required for interaction.
Earners can toggle their visibility on/off at any time through their profile settings.
Cookies Usage
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:
- Keep you logged in to your account
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Analyze traffic and usage patterns
- Deliver targeted advertisements (optional, with consent)
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling essential cookies may affect Service functionality.
Third-Party Processors
We work with trusted partners to provide our services:
- Stripe: Primary payment processing for card transactions
- Finix: Alternative payment processing and payout services
- Analytics Providers: Anonymous usage data for service improvement
- Cloud Infrastructure: Secure data storage and processing
All third parties are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for specified purposes.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of all personal data we hold about you
- Rectification: Update or correct inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal retention requirements)
- Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
- Objection: Opt-out of certain data processing activities
- Restriction: Limit how we process your data in certain circumstances
Contact for Privacy Requests
For any privacy-related inquiries or to exercise your rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer:
HustlePay Inc – Privacy Team
Email: privacy@hustlepayme.com
Address: 123 Innovation Drive, San Francisco, CA 94105
We will respond to your request within 30 days as required by applicable data protection laws.