Privacy Policy

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1. Introduction

OpenMenuMap ("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 website and services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

  • Account information (username, email address)
  • Profile information
  • Content you upload (menu photos, receipts, comments)
  • Communications with us

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use OpenMenuMap, we automatically collect certain information, including:

  • Device information (browser type, operating system)
  • Usage data (pages visited, time spent, interactions)
  • Location data (when you add restaurants or use location features)
  • IP address and cookies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve our services
  • Process and moderate your uploads
  • Send you notifications and updates
  • Respond to your inquiries and support requests
  • Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

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

  • Public Content: Content you upload (menus, receipts, comments) is publicly visible to all users
  • Service Providers: We may share information with third-party service providers who help us operate our service
  • 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

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

  • Access and update your account information
  • Delete your account and associated data
  • Opt out of certain communications
  • Request a copy of your data
  • Object to certain processing activities

To exercise these rights, please contact us through our contact form.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our website and store certain information. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our service.

8. Third-Party Services

Our service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.

9. Children's Privacy

OpenMenuMap is not intended for children under the age of 13. 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.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

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

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us through our contact form.