Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

MealDealz ("we," "our," or "us") provides a service that accepts Uber Eats order links and customer instructions, places orders on your behalf at discounted rates, and coordinates delivery of the food to you. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it to fulfill orders, and how we protect your privacy.

2. Information We Collect

Account Information:

• Google account email address (when you sign in)
• Name associated with your Google account
• Profile picture from your Google account

Order Details and Instructions:

• Uber Eats order links or menu selections you provide
• Delivery name and delivery address
• Contact phone number for delivery coordination
• Special instructions, preferences, and any promotional codes you provide
• Order status and fulfillment history

Payment and Refund Information:

• Payment method details necessary for processing refunds (e.g., Venmo/Zelle usernames when provided)
• We do NOT store full credit card or bank account numbers

Technical Information:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Access times and dates

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Place orders with restaurants or delivery platforms on your behalf
• Apply discounts, promotions, and any partner offers to your orders
• Coordinate delivery and communicate order status to you
• Process refunds and resolve order-related issues
• Maintain your account and order history
• Improve and optimize our ordering and fulfillment processes
• Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in these limited circumstances:

With Your Consent: When you explicitly agree to share information (for example, when you authorize order placement with a specific restaurant).

Order Fulfillment Partners: We share order details with restaurants, delivery partners, and payment processors as necessary to place and deliver your order.

• Restaurants and food vendors (to prepare and fulfill orders)
• Delivery services or couriers (to deliver your order)
• Payment processors (to handle refunds or payments when required)

Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or government request.

Protection of Rights: To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or the public.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information:

• Encrypted HTTPS connections
• Secure Google OAuth authentication
• Access controls for databases containing order and account data
• Regular security updates and monitoring

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to:

• Fulfill and deliver your orders
• Process refunds and handle disputes
• Comply with legal obligations

You may request deletion of your account and data at any time by contacting us through the Service's contact form.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct your information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from non-essential communications
• Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format

To exercise these rights, please contact us through the Service's contact form.

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Maintain your login session
• Remember your preferences
• Analyze how you use the Service to improve order flow

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but some features may not work properly if cookies are disabled.

9. Third-Party Services

Our Service integrates with third-party services needed to place and fulfill orders:

• Google OAuth: For authentication (see Google's Privacy Policy)
• Uber Eats and other ordering platforms: Order information you provide (see their privacy policies)
• Restaurants and delivery partners: For order fulfillment and delivery coordination

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. Please review their privacy policies before providing information through their platforms.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.

11. International Users

If you are accessing the Service from outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States. By using the Service, you consent to this transfer.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by:

• Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
• Updating the "Last Updated" date

13. California Privacy Rights

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
• Right to say no to the sale of personal information
• Right to access your personal information
• Right to equal service and price

14. European Privacy Rights

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under GDPR including:

• Right to access your data
• Right to rectification
• Right to erasure
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing

15. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us via the contact form in the Service or the account dashboard.

16. Data Protection Contact

For privacy-related inquiries or to exercise your rights, please use the Service's contact form. We will respond to valid requests as required by applicable law.

By using MealDealz, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.