Platesfull Privacy Policy
I. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how PlatesFull, LLC ("PlatesFull," "we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and shares information about you when you use our website (www.PlatesFull.com), mobile application, and other services (collectively, the "Services"). This policy applies to all users of our Services, including clients ("Users"), chefs, and cook genies (collectively, "Chefs").
We recommend that you read this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your information and how we treat it.
When you use PlatesFull, you trust us with your personal data. We're committed to keeping that trust. This notice describes the personal data we collect, how it's used and shared, and your choices regarding this data.
This policy applies to users of PlatesFull's services globally, including:
- Clients: those who request or receive cooking services via their PlatesFull account.
- Chefs: those who provide cooking services individually via their PlatesFull account.
- Cook Genies: those who provide cooking assistance services via PlatesFull.
All those subject to this notice are referred to as "users" in this notice.
II. Data Collections and Uses
A. The Data We Collect
PlatesFull collects:
1. Data provided by users to PlatesFull, including:
- User profile: name, email, phone number, password, address, profile picture, payment information
- Chef/Cook Genie profile: culinary qualifications, work history, languages spoken
- Identity verification: government-issued ID, date of birth
- User-submitted content: feedback, ratings, support messages
2. Data created during use of our services:
- Location data
- Transaction information: booking details, menus, payments
- Usage data: app features or pages viewed, app crashes
- Device data: messages between users and chefs
- Communications data: messages between users and chefs
3. Data from other sources:
- Users participating in our referral programs
- PlatesFull account owners who request services for others
- Users or others providing information in connection with claims or disputes
- PlatesFull business partners through which users create or access their account
- Publicly available sources
B. How We Use Data
PlatesFull uses data to:
1. Provide our services, including:
- Creating and updating accounts
- Enabling cooking services and features
- Processing payments
- Providing customer support
2. Maintain safety and security:
- Verifying users' identity
- Using data to prevent unsafe behavior
3. Improve our services:
- Performing research and analysis
- Developing new features
4. Personalize user experience:
- Customizing content
- Personalizing recommendations
5. Marketing and advertising:
- Sending promotions
- Measuring effectiveness of ads
6. Legal proceedings:
- Investigating or addressing claims or disputes
III. Data Retention and Deletion
PlatesFull uses data to:
1. With other users:
- Sharing client's name and booking details with chefs
- Sharing chef's profile and rating with clients
2. With PlatesFull subsidiaries and affiliates
3. With PlatesFull service providers and business partners:
- Payment processors
- Cloud storage providers
- Marketing partners
4. For legal reasons or in the event of a dispute
5. With user's consent
IV. Data Retention and Deletion
PlatesFull retains user data for as long as necessary for the purposes described above. Users may request deletion of their account through the PlatesFull app or website. However, certain data may be retained as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.
V. Choice and Transparency
PlatesFull provides users ways to access and control their data, including through:
1. Privacy settings
2. Device permissions
3. In-app ratings pages
4. Marketing choices
Users can request access to or copies of their data, changes or updates to their accounts, or deletion of their accounts.
VI. Updates to this Policy
We may occasionally update this notice. If we make significant changes, we will attempt to notify users in advance through the PlatesFull app or through other means, such as email, however, the users should review this policy for updates from time-to-time.
VII. Contact
Questions, comments, and requests regarding this Privacy Policy are welcomed and should be addressed as provided on PlatesFull Website or App.
Last Updated: September 2024