Effective Date: 15 May 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to DinDin, an AI-enabled web application that provides personalized recipes based on users' dietary preferences and available inventory. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring your personal information is handled securely and responsibly.

This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use DinDin.

2. Information We Collect

2.1. Personal Information

We collect the following personal information when you use DinDin:

• Google Login Information: Email Address & Profile Information provided by Google when you use 'Continue with Google' to access our services.

• Payment Information: We use Stripe for payments, analytics, and other business services.  Stripe may collect personal data including transactional data and identifying information about devices that connect to its services. You can learn more about Stripe and read its privacy policy at https://stripe.com/privacy.

• Usage Information: Information about how you use the app and our website, including the recipes you view and save.

• Device Information: Information about the device you use to access DinDin; including device type, operating system, and browser type.

2.2. Non-Personal Information

We also collect non-personal information that does not directly identify you. This may include:

• Aggregated Data: Statistical data about user activities on the app and website.

• Cookies and Similar Technologies: Information collected through cookies and other tracking technologies. We may also use third-party tracking and advertising technologies, which are discussed in Section 6.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

• Personalization: To provide personalized recipe recommendations and content.

• Account Management: To manage your account, process transactions, and provide customer support.

• Improvement and Development: To improve our app and website, develop new features, and understand user preferences.

• Marketing and Communication: To send you promotional materials, newsletters, and other communications you may be interested in.

• Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights and the rights of others.

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable laws and regulations.

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal or non-personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Third-party service providers who assist us in operating our app and website, conducting our business, or servicing you, including Stripe for payment processing, Google for login authentication, and Vercel for web app hosting.

• Legal Authorities: When required by law, or to protect our rights, safety, and property, or the rights, safety, and property of others.

If we transfer user data across international borders, we will ensure that such transfers are secure and compliant with applicable data protection laws.

5. Data Security

We employ comprehensive security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. These measures include encryption, access controls, and regular security audits to ensure the highest level of data protection. Our practices are designed to safeguard your data across all stages of its lifecycle, from collection to storage and processing.

However, it's important to understand that no method of data transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we encourage users to take steps to protect their personal information by using strong passwords and keeping their login credentials confidential.

6. Third-Party Tracking and Advertising

DinDin may use third-party tracking and advertising technologies to collect information about your activity on our app and website. This information may be used to provide you with targeted advertising and improve our services. You can manage your preferences for these technologies through your browser settings or by contacting us at feedback@dindin.ai.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Opt-Out: You can opt out of receiving marketing communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions in those communications.

• Delete: You can request the deletion of your account and personal information by contacting us at feedback@dindin.ai.

We do not collect or process any sensitive personal information, such as information related to health, race, religion, or political affiliations.

8. Children's Privacy

DinDin is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on our app and website, and by sending an email notification to the email address associated with your account. The effective date of any changes will be indicated within the updated Privacy Policy.

Your continued use of DinDin after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Privacy Policy.

10. Third-Party Links and Services

The DinDin app or website may include links or integrations with third-party services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies before using their services or providing them with any personal information.

11. User Feedback and Consent Practices

We may seek your consent for certain data processing activities, such as for marketing communications or for the collection and use of personal information beyond what is necessary for the core functionality of our services. We will provide you with clear and transparent information about these activities and obtain your consent as required by applicable laws and regulations.

12. Dispute Resolution and Enforcement

If you have any concerns or complaints about our privacy practices, you can contact us at feedback@dindin.ai. We will work to resolve any issues in a timely and transparent manner. If necessary, we will cooperate with the relevant data protection authorities to ensure compliance with applicable privacy laws.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

• Email: feedback@dindin.ai

Thank you for using DinDin!