Privacy Policy
Last updated: September 23, 2025
Effective Date: September 23, 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to Hiro ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website playhiro.com and use our services.
This policy complies with Canadian privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), and other applicable privacy legislation.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
- Contact information (name, email address, phone number)
- Account registration details
- Payment information (processed securely through Stripe)
- Communication preferences
- Feedback and correspondence
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
- Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
- Usage data (pages visited, time spent, interactions)
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
- Analytics data through Google Analytics
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information for the following purposes:
- Providing and improving our physiotherapy gaming services
- Processing payments and managing accounts
- Communicating with you about our services
- Analyzing website usage and improving user experience
- Ensuring security and preventing fraud
- Complying with legal obligations
- Marketing communications (with your consent)
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
4.1 What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us remember your preferences and improve your experience.
4.2 Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
Required for basic website functionality. These cannot be disabled.
Analytics Cookies (Google Analytics)
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. These cookies collect information such as:
- Number of visitors and page views
- How long visitors stay on our site
- Which pages are most popular
- General location information (country/city level)
Google Analytics data is anonymized and aggregated. You can opt out of these cookies using our cookie consent banner.
Payment Cookies (Stripe)
When you make a payment, Stripe may set cookies necessary for secure payment processing and fraud prevention.
4.3 Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through our consent banner or your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
5. Third-Party Services
5.1 Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics may collect and process data according to Google's privacy policy. You can learn more about Google's privacy practices at https://policies.google.com/privacy
5.2 Stripe Payment Processing
We use Stripe for secure payment processing. Stripe processes payment information according to their privacy policy and security standards. We do not store complete credit card information on our servers. Learn more at https://stripe.com/privacy
6. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- With trusted service providers (Google Analytics, Stripe) as described above
- When required by law or to protect our rights
- In case of business transfer or merger (with notice)
- With your explicit consent
7. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
8. Your Rights and Choices
Under Canadian privacy law, you have the right to:
- Access your personal information we hold
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Withdraw consent for marketing communications
- Opt out of non-essential cookies
- File a complaint with the Privacy Commissioner of Canada
9. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. When no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize your information.
10. Children's Privacy
While our service is designed for children's physiotherapy, we do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under 13 without parental consent. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
12. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or want to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:
Email: tamer.shahin@uwaterloo.ca
Website: playhiro.com
Mailing Address: Hiro Inc. Innovation Arena, 280 Joseph St,Kitchener, ON N2G 4Z5
For complaints about our privacy practices, you may also contact the Privacy Commissioner of Canada at www.priv.gc.ca