1. Introduction
Where Are We Eating ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and related services.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
- Account information (name, email address, profile photo)
- Dining preferences and dietary restrictions
- Restaurant ratings and reviews
- Group memberships and voting history
- Messages and communications within the app
2.2 Information We Collect Automatically
- Device information (device type, operating system, unique device identifiers)
- Usage data (features used, time spent in app, interaction patterns)
- Location data (when you grant permission, to suggest nearby restaurants)
- Log data (IP address, access times, app crashes)
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide and improve our services
- Suggest restaurants based on your preferences
- Facilitate group voting and decision-making
- Send you notifications about group activities
- Provide customer support
- Analyze app usage to improve features
- Ensure security and prevent fraud
4. Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- With Group Members: Your votes, preferences, and activity within shared groups
- With Service Providers: Third-party companies that help us operate our service
- For Legal Reasons: When required by law or to protect our rights
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
5. 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.
6. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Access, update, or delete your personal information
- Opt out of promotional communications
- Control location sharing permissions
- Request a copy of your data
- Delete your account and associated data
7. Children's Privacy
Our service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly.
8. International Users
If you are using our service from outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located.
9. 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 in the app and updating the "Last updated" date.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
- Email: privacy@whereareweating.app
- Address: Where Are We Eating, 123 Tech Street, San Francisco, CA 94105