Introduction
Welcome to Compliments to the Chef! This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our food review application.
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
- • Account information (email, username, display name)
- • Restaurant and chef profiles
- • Reviews, ratings, and content you create
- • Usage data and analytics
- • Device information and identifiers
How We Use Your Information
- • To provide and improve our services
- • To connect users with chefs and restaurants
- • To send important notifications and updates
- • To ensure security and prevent fraud
- • To comply with legal obligations
Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share data with trusted service providers (like Firebase for authentication) and as required by law. All reviews are publicly visible within the app.
Your Rights
Under data protection laws, you have the right to:
- • Access your personal data
- • Correct inaccurate information
- • Delete your data (Right to be Forgotten)
- • Export your data (data portability)
- • Withdraw consent at any time
- • Object to data processing
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including encryption, secure servers, and regular security assessments.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to provide our services or as required by law. You can request deletion of your account at any time.
Third-Party Services
Our app uses Firebase (Google) for authentication and database services. Please review their privacy policies for more information about how they handle data.
Children's Privacy
Our service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
GDPR Compliance
If you are located in the European Union, this Privacy Policy complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Our lawful basis for processing your data includes consent, contract performance, and legitimate interests.
Contact Us
For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, contact us at:
Email: privacy@complimentstothechef.co.uk
Subject: Privacy Request
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.