Privacy Policy

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Privacy Policy for Vegan Maps

Effective Date: 1/1/2025

Introduction Welcome to Vegan Maps! Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and disclose information about you when you use our website and iOS app (collectively, the "Services"). By using our Services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide to Us:

• Account Information: When you create an account, we collect information such as your name, email address, and password.
• Profile Information: You may choose to provide additional information such as your age, gender, location, dietary preferences, and activity level.
• Communication: If you contact us, we may collect details about your message and any additional information you provide.

1.2 Information We Collect Automatically:

• Device Information: We collect details about the device you use to access our Services, such as your device model, operating system, and unique device identifiers.
• Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with our Services, including pages visited, features used, and time spent on the platform.
• Location Data: With your consent, we collect location data to provide map features and recommend nearby vegan-friendly services and restaurants.

1.3 Information from Third Parties:We may receive information about you from third parties, such as:

• Payment processors for marketplace transactions.
• Social media platforms if you choose to link your account.

2. How We Use Your InformationWe use the information we collect for purposes including:

• To provide, personalize, and improve our Services.
• To generate custom vegan meal plans and recommend restaurants and services.
• To facilitate transactions in the marketplace.
• To communicate with you about updates, promotions, and support.
• To analyze usage trends and ensure the security of our Services.

3. Sharing Your InformationWe do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Third parties who assist us in delivering our Services, such as hosting providers and analytics tools.
• Legal Compliance: Authorities or entities as required by law or to protect our rights.
• Aggregated Data: Non-identifiable data for research or marketing purposes.

4. Your RightsIf you are a resident of the European Union (EU), you have specific rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including:

• Right to Access: You can request access to the personal data we hold about you.
• Right to Rectification: You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Right to Erasure: You can request the deletion of your data where applicable.
• Right to Restrict Processing: You can request a limitation on how your data is processed.
• Right to Data Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
• Right to Object: You can object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.
• Right to Withdraw Consent: If we rely on your consent to process data, you may withdraw it at any time.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [Your Contact Email Address].

5. Lawful Basis for ProcessingWe process personal data under the following legal bases:

• Your consent (e.g., for location services and marketing communications).
• Contractual necessity (e.g., to provide our Services).
• Legitimate interests (e.g., improving our Services).
• Legal obligations (e.g., compliance with regulatory requirements).

6. Data RetentionWe retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. Once your data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

7. Data TransfersIf you access our Services from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the U.S. or other countries. For EU residents, we ensure adequate safeguards for data transfers, such as Standard Contractual Clauses or reliance on adequacy decisions.

8. Cookies and Tracking TechnologiesWe use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or by using tools provided on our website. For more information, please see our Cookie Policy [Insert Link].

9. SecurityWe use appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

10. Breach NotificationIn the event of a data breach that poses a risk to your rights and freedoms, we will notify affected users and regulatory authorities as required by GDPR.

11. Children’s PrivacyOur Services are not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

12. International UsersIf you access our Services from outside the United States, you consent to the transfer and processing of your information in the U.S. and other countries.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date. Your continued use of the Services after changes are made constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Contact Us If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

hello@veganmaps.app

Thank you for trusting Vegan Maps!