Tim Hortons proposes settlement in class-action suits over data-tracking app

Business | 123447 hits | Jul 30 8:53 am | Posted by: Strutz

Tim Hortons says it has reached a proposed settlement in multiple class-action lawsuits alleging the restaurant's mobile app violated customer privacy which would see the restaurant offer a free coffee and doughnut to affected users.

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by Strutz
Sat Jul 30, 2022 3:58 pm
I can't even remember the last time I went to Hortons but even if I was a regular customer I would find this insulting.

I also would not be shocked if other places that use this type of app are doing the same damn thing.
by DrCaleb
Sat Jul 30, 2022 5:27 pm
So, the ongoing invasion of my privacy - if I installed apps - would be worth a cup of coffee and mediocre doughnut?

I do find that insulting. That the Privacy commissioner thinks this is acceptable punishment makes it doubly insulting. Tims is just trying to get away with whatever they can.
by DrCaleb
Sat Jul 30, 2022 5:29 pm
"Strutz" said

I also would not be shocked if other places that use this type of app are doing the same damn thing.

You can pretty much guarantee it. They just haven't been caught yet. They just do it more stealthy, like put bluetooth beacons in stores, and see when you come near them. It circumvents the GPS 'off' setting, because they already know where it is.

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