Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 2025

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

• Location data (when you use our restaurant finder)
• Recipe preferences and dietary restrictions
• Contact information if you reach out to us
• Usage patterns and preferences

Automatically Collected Information

We automatically collect certain information when you use our service:

• Browser type and version
• Device information
• IP address
• Pages visited and time spent on our site
• Referral source

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and improve our recipe and restaurant recommendation services
• Personalize your experience with relevant suggestions
• Find restaurants near your location
• Generate custom recipe recommendations
• Respond to your inquiries and support requests
• Analyze usage patterns to improve our services

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties except:

• Service Providers: We may share information with trusted service providers who help us operate our website (Google Places API)
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger or acquisition, your information may be transferred

4. Third-Party Services

Our website uses third-party services that may collect information:

• Google Places API: Used for restaurant location services
• Google Analytics: Used for website analytics (if implemented)

These services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them.

5. Location Information

Our restaurant finder feature may request access to your location to provide nearby restaurant recommendations. This information is:

• Only used to find restaurants within your specified radius
• Not stored permanently on our servers
• You can deny location access at any time

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your preferences
• Improve site functionality
• Analyze site usage

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

• Secure data transmission using HTTPS
• Regular security updates and monitoring
• Limited access to personal information
• No storage of sensitive payment information

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we have about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Opt out of certain communications
• Disable location services

9. 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 take steps to delete it.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

• Email: whatz4dinner@gmail.com
• Visit our Contact Page