HMT App (operated by HMT Apps Inc.) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services.
1. Introduction
HMT Apps Inc. ("HMT App," "we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal data you share with us. This policy describes our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of your information when you use our website, products, and services. By using our services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
We may collect the following types of personal information when you interact with us:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and company name when you submit our contact form or email us directly.
- Project Information: Details about your project requirements, preferences, and technical specifications shared during consultations.
- Communication Data: Records of correspondence, including emails, messages, and call logs with our team.
- Billing Information: Invoice details and payment information necessary for processing transactions (handled through secure third-party processors).
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
- Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type, and screen resolution.
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, referring URLs, and interaction patterns.
- IP Address: For analytics and security purposes.
- Cookies and Similar Technologies: As described in Section 5 below.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
- To respond to your inquiries, project requests, and support needs.
- To develop, deliver, and improve our app development and consulting services.
- To communicate with you about project updates, milestones, and deliverables.
- To send administrative information, including changes to our terms, policies, and service updates.
- To personalize your experience on our website.
- To analyze website usage and improve our online presence.
- To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.
- To detect, prevent, and address technical issues or fraudulent activity.
4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), our legal basis for collecting and using your personal information depends on the specific data and context. We typically process your data on the following grounds:
- Consent: You have given us explicit permission to process your data for a specific purpose.
- Contractual Necessity: Processing is necessary for the performance of a contract with you (e.g., delivering a project).
- Legal Obligation: We need to process your data to comply with applicable law.
- Legitimate Interests: Processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests, such as improving our services and communicating with clients, provided your rights do not override those interests.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We use:
- Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly.
- Analytics Cookies: To understand how visitors interact with our site and improve its performance.
- Preference Cookies: To remember your preferences and settings.
You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
6. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data with:
- Service Providers: Trusted third-party vendors who assist us with hosting, analytics, payment processing, and communication tools — under strict confidentiality agreements.
- Professional Advisors: Lawyers, accountants, and consultants where necessary for legal or business purposes.
- Legal Authorities: When required by law, court order, or to protect our legal rights.
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets — with notice to you.
7. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These include:
- Encryption of data in transit (TLS/SSL) and at rest.
- Secure access controls and authentication protocols.
- Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.
- Employee training on data protection best practices.
- Minimization of data collection to what is necessary.
However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We strive to protect your data but cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Your Rights
8.1 Under GDPR (EEA Residents)
You have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten").
- Restriction: Request restriction of processing your data.
- Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service provider.
- Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.
- Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent.
8.2 Under CCPA (California Residents)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights:
- Right to Know: Request disclosure of the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you.
- Right to Delete: Request deletion of personal information we have collected, subject to certain exceptions.
- Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of the sale of your personal information (we do not sell personal information).
- Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA rights.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at qianjun@hmtapps.buzz.
9. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, or as required by applicable law. Retention periods are determined based on:
- The nature of the data and why it was collected.
- Legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations.
- Our legitimate business needs.
When data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymized.
10. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your country of residence, including Canada where our business is based. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including Standard Contractual Clauses where required, to protect your data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
11. Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately so we can delete it.
12. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, plugins, or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
- Email: qianjun@hmtapps.buzz
- Phone: +1 (276) 579-1874
- Address: HMT Apps Inc., 14 Clyde Rd, Brampton, ON L6X 0L9, Canada
Last updated: June 5, 2026 | HMT Apps Inc. — HMT App