1. Introduction

DinnerBestie ("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 meal planning service, including our website, mobile applications, and related services (collectively, the "Service").

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

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect the following personal information:

• Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, and password
• Profile Information: Dietary preferences, food allergies, cooking skill level, household size
• Usage Data: Recipes viewed, meal plans created, grocery lists generated, and cooking history
• Communication Data: Messages sent through our Service, including SMS communications
• Payment Information: Billing address and payment method (processed securely by third-party payment processors)

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Device Information: Device type, operating system, browser type, and mobile device identifiers
• Usage Analytics: Pages visited, features used, time spent on the Service, and interaction patterns
• Location Data: General location information (with your consent) to provide localized grocery store information
• Cookies and Tracking: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience

2.3 Third-Party Information

We may receive information from third-party services you connect to your account, such as:

• Calendar applications (Google Calendar, Apple Calendar)
• Recipe websites and cooking blogs
• Grocery store loyalty programs

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

• Service Provision: To provide personalized meal plans, recipe recommendations, and grocery lists
• Account Management: To create and maintain your account, process payments, and provide customer support
• Communication: To send you service-related notifications, reminders, and marketing communications (with your consent)
• Personalization: To customize your experience based on your preferences and usage patterns
• Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve our Service features and functionality
• Safety and Security: To detect fraud, ensure security, and comply with legal obligations
• AI Enhancement: To train and improve our AI models for better meal planning recommendations (using anonymized data)

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers

We share information with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our Service, including:

• Cloud hosting providers (for data storage and processing)
• SMS service providers (for text message reminders)
• Payment processors (for subscription billing)
• Analytics providers (for usage analytics)
• Email service providers (for communications)

4.2 Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, legal process, or government request, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of DinnerBestie, our users, or others.

4.4 Aggregated Data

We may share aggregated, anonymized data that cannot identify you for research, marketing, or other business purposes.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and employee training
• Secure payment processing through certified processors

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

6.1 Access and Portability

You can request access to your personal information and receive a copy in a structured, machine-readable format.

6.2 Correction

You can update or correct your personal information through your account settings or by contacting us.

6.3 Deletion

You can request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions for legal compliance and service provision.

6.4 Opt-Out

You can opt out of marketing communications and certain data processing activities.

6.5 California Privacy Rights

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information is collected, to delete personal information, and to opt-out of the sale of personal information.

7. SMS Communications

If you opt in to receive SMS messages from us:

• We will only send messages related to your meal planning, reminders, and account notifications
• Message and data rates may apply
• You can opt out at any time by replying "STOP" to any message
• We do not share your phone number with third parties for marketing purposes

8. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and that your information receives adequate protection.

10. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our Service and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. We may retain certain information for longer periods as required by law or for legitimate business purposes, such as fraud prevention and safety.

11. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. You can control cookie settings through your browser, but disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Service.

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic Service functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how you use our Service
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
• Marketing Cookies: Used for personalized advertising (with your consent)

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

13. Contact Us

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

• Through our website contact form
• By emailing us directly
• By mail at our business address

We will respond to your inquiries within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable law.