Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly when you create an account, submit reviews, rate dishes, or interact with our platform. This includes:
- Name, email address, and profile photo
- Location data when you use our map or search features
- Reviews, ratings, photos, and comments you submit
- Restaurant and dish preferences
- Payment information for premium subscriptions (processed securely via Stripe)
How We Use Your Data
Your data helps us deliver and improve the Food A+ Plus experience:
- Personalizing dish recommendations and search results
- Displaying your reviews and ratings to the community
- Verifying restaurant certifications and ratings
- Sending relevant notifications about new A+ dishes near you
- Analyzing platform usage to improve features
- Processing payments for premium subscriptions
Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We share data only with:
- Restaurant Partners: Aggregated, anonymized review data to help improve food quality
- Service Providers: Third-party services that help us operate (hosting, analytics, payment processing)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
Cookies & Tracking
We use essential cookies for authentication and session management. Optional analytics cookies help us understand how users interact with our platform. You can control cookie preferences in your browser settings.
Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures including encryption in transit (TLS), encrypted storage, and regular security audits. Our payment processing is handled by Stripe, a PCI-DSS compliant provider.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access and download your personal data
- Correct inaccurate information
- Delete your account and associated data
- Opt out of marketing communications
- Object to data processing for certain purposes
Data Retention
We retain your data while your account is active. After account deletion, we remove personal data within 30 days, except where required by law or for legitimate business purposes (such as fraud prevention).
Children's Privacy
Food A+ Plus is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If you believe a child has provided us personal information, please contact us immediately.
Policy Changes
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Significant changes will be communicated via email or a prominent notice on our platform. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.
Contact Us
For privacy-related questions or requests, contact our Data Protection team at privacy@foodaplus.com or write to us at Food A+ Plus, Privacy Department, New York, NY.