Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 07/14/23
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Thank you for choosing MealMachine, e-commerce software developed to facilitate meal donations to charities by merchants and online shoppers. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information, including information obtained through the use of cookies when you use the MealMachine app. By using our app, you agree to the terms and practices described in this Privacy Policy.
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Information We Collect
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a. Personal Information
When you install the MealMachine app, we collect personal information such as your name, email address, billing details, and other information required for app usage and transactions.
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b. Usage Data
We may collect non-personal information about how you interact with the MealMachine app, such as the date and time of app usage, features accessed, and pages visited. This data is used to improve our app's functionality and enhance the user experience.
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c. Cookies and Similar Technologies
We may use cookies, beacons, tags, and other similar technologies to collect information about your interactions with the MealMachine app, including your device information, IP address, browser type, and preferences. These technologies help us personalize your experience, analyze app usage patterns, and improve our services.
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Use of Personal Information
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a. To Provide Services
We use your personal information to provide and operate the MealMachine app, including processing meal donations, managing transactions, and facilitating communication between merchants and MealMachine.
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b. Communications
We may use your personal information to send you relevant app-related updates, notifications, and administrative messages. These communications are necessary to provide you with information about your donations and app functionality.
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c. Analytics and Improvements
We may use aggregated and anonymized data to analyze usage patterns and trends to improve the MealMachine app's performance, features, and overall user experience.
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Sharing of Personal Information
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a. Service Providers
We may engage trusted third-party service providers to perform certain functions on our behalf, such as payment processing, data storage, and email delivery. These providers have access to personal information only as necessary to perform their services and are obligated to maintain the confidentiality of your data.
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b. Legal Requirements
We may disclose your personal information if required by law or in good faith belief that such action is necessary to comply with legal obligations, protect our rights, or investigate potential violations related to the MealMachine app and software.
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Cookies and Similar Technologies
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a. Cookies Usage
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and personalize the content and advertisements you see. These technologies allow us to remember your preferences, analyze app usage, and provide relevant recommendations.
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b. Third-Party Cookies
We may allow third-party service providers, such as analytics and advertising partners, to use cookies and similar technologies on the MealMachine app and software. These providers may collect information about your app usage, interactions, and interests to deliver targeted advertisements and improve their services.
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c. Cookie Controls
You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or by using the app's cookie consent mechanism. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality and user experience of the MealMachine app and software.
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Data Security
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We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
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Data Retention
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We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When your personal information is no longer required, we will securely dispose of it.
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Children's Privacy
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The MealMachine app and software is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child without parental consent, we will take steps to remove that information from our systems.
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Changes to the Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be effective upon posting the revised Privacy Policy on the MealMachine app. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any updates or changes.
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Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at hello@mealmachine.io
By using the MealMachine app and software, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.