Privacy Policy for DishDrop

Last Updated: January 29, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to DishDrop ("we," "our," or "us"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and share information about you when you use our mobile application DishDrop (the "App").

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: Username, email address, display name, and password
• Profile Information: Cooking level, dietary restrictions, budget preferences
• Content: Photos, videos, recipes, comments, and other content you post
• Communications: Messages you send through the App

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Usage Data: How you interact with the App, features you use, and actions you take
• Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers
• Log Data: IP address, access times, app crashes, and system activity

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the App
• Generate personalized recipe recommendations using AI
• Enable social features like following friends and viewing their posts
• Send you push notifications about weekly recipes and friend activity
• Moderate content and enforce our community guidelines
• Respond to your requests and provide customer support
• Analyze usage patterns and improve user experience
• Protect against fraud, abuse, and security threats

4. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may collect information:

• Firebase (Google): Authentication, database, storage, and hosting
• Google Gemini AI: Recipe generation and personalization
• Expo: App development and push notifications

These services have their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review:

• Google Privacy Policy
• Expo Privacy Policy

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information:

• With other users: Your public profile, posts, and comments are visible to users you connect with
• With service providers: Third-party companies that help us operate the App
• For legal reasons: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

6. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored on secure servers provided by Google Firebase. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments
• Access controls and authentication
• Automated content moderation

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Delete your account and associated data
• Object: Object to processing of your data
• Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
• Push Notifications: Opt out through device settings

To exercise these rights, contact us at the information below or use in-app settings.

8. Children's Privacy

DishDrop is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.

9. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. When you delete your account, we will delete your personal data within 30 days, except where required for legal obligations.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this privacy policy.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes through the App or via email. Continued use of the App after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

12. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect and how it is used, the right to delete your information, and the right to opt-out of the sale of your personal information (we do not sell personal information).

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