Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to LocalCityEats (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Account information (name, email address, password)
• Profile information (phone number, home city)
• Business information (if you're a restaurant owner)
• Reviews and ratings you submit
• Communications with us

2.2 Information We Collect Automatically

• Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
• Usage data (pages visited, features used, time spent)
• Location data (with your permission)
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2.3 Information from Third Parties

• OAuth providers (Google) when you sign in with these services
• Payment processors (if applicable)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and improve our services
• Create and manage your account
• Process your requests and transactions
• Send service-related communications
• Send marketing communications (with your consent)
• Personalize your experience
• Ensure safety and security
• Comply with legal obligations

4. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information with:

• Other users (public profile information, reviews)
• Service providers (hosting, email, analytics)
• Business partners (with your consent)
• Legal authorities (when required by law)
• In business transfers (mergers, acquisitions)

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Delete your account and data
• Object to processing
• Data portability
• Withdraw consent
• Opt-out of marketing communications

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and deliver personalized content. You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling them may affect functionality.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this privacy policy.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the “Last updated” date.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

12. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to delete your information, and the right to opt-out of the sale of your information (which we do not do).