Privacy Policy
Effective Date: August 1, 2025
TasteBuds (“we”, “our”, or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, why we collect it, and how we use, store, and share your information.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information to provide better services to all users. The types of data we collect include:
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Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, and location (when permission is granted).
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Usage Data: Interactions with the app (e.g., swipes, preferences, favorites).
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Device Data: Device model, operating system, IP address, and app version.
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Location Data: Used to show nearby open restaurants. This is optional and can be disabled at any time.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
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Deliver personalized restaurant recommendations
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Match preferences across your group
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Improve app performance and functionality
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Communicate with you about updates or promotions
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Provide customer support
We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.
3. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We may share data with:
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Service Providers: For hosting, analytics, and communication (e.g., Firebase, Google Maps)
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Legal Compliance: When required to comply with laws or legal processes
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Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale
4. Data Security
We use industry-standard encryption and secure infrastructure to protect your information. However, no system is 100% secure.
5. Your Rights
You have the right to:
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Request access, correction, or deletion of your data
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Opt out of non-essential communications
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Withdraw location permissions at any time via device settings
6. Children’s Privacy
TasteBuds is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy. If we do, we’ll notify you through the app or by email.
8. Contact Us
For questions or privacy-related concerns, contact us at: