Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2025

Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how DinnaFind collects, uses, and protects your information.

Introduction

DinnaFind ("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 restaurant discovery mobile application and related services.

By using DinnaFind, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our app.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

  • Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, and profile information when you create an account
  • Profile Data: Favorite restaurants, dining history, and preferences
  • Contact Information: Information you provide for customer support or feedback

Location Information

  • Precise Location: Your exact location (with permission) to provide nearby restaurant recommendations
  • Coarse Location: General area information for broader location-based services

Usage Information

  • App Activity: Restaurants viewed, searches performed, reviews written, and reservations made
  • Device Information: Device type, operating system, app version, and crash reports
  • Analytics Data: How you interact with the app, features used, and performance metrics

Content You Provide

  • Reviews and Ratings: Restaurant reviews, photos, and ratings you submit
  • User Content: Comments, feedback, and other content you create
  • Communication: Messages sent through the app's messaging features

How We Use Your Information

App Functionality

  • Provide personalized restaurant recommendations based on your preferences and location
  • Send notifications on chosen nearby restaurants you specifiy
  • Send important service notifications and updates

Product Personalization

  • Customize your dining experience and recommendations
  • Show relevant deals and promotions
  • Improve search results based on your preferences

Analytics and Improvement

  • Analyze app usage to improve features and performance
  • Understand user behavior to enhance the dining discovery experience
  • Monitor app performance and fix technical issues

Marketing and Communications

  • Send promotional offers and restaurant deals (with your consent)
  • Provide updates about new features and restaurants

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: Work with trusted third-party services for analytics, and customer support
  • Legal Requirements: Disclose information when required by law or to protect our rights and safety

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information, including:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Regular security assessments and updates
  • Access controls and authentication measures
  • Secure data storage and backup procedures

Your Privacy Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access and Update: Review and modify your account information and preferences
  • Location Controls: Manage location permissions in your device settings
  • Data Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data

Children's Privacy

DinnaFind is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information.

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. Your continued use of the app after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Email: privacy@dinnafind.com

App Store Privacy Details

In accordance with Apple App Store requirements, here's a summary of our data collection practices:

Contact Info (Name, Email, Phone) ✓ Collected
Location (Precise & Coarse) ✓ Collected
User Content (Reviews, Photos) ✓ Collected
Usage Data (Analytics) ✓ Collected
Device Identifiers ✓ Collected

Data Use: App Functionality, Product Personalization, Analytics, Marketing
Data Linked to User: Yes
Tracking: No (We do not track users across third-party apps or websites)