Dishcovery Privacy Policy

Welcome to Dishcovery! Your privacy is critically important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how Dishcovery ("we," "us," "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal information in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. Data Controller

Dishcovery is the data controller for the purposes of the GDPR. If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, you may contact us at: [email protected].

2. Information We Collect

When you use Dishcovery, we collect the following personal data:

  • User Name and Email Address – Collected during registration to create and manage your account.
  • Geolocation Data – Used to enhance your experience by providing recent scans based on your location and relevant dish information from nearby restaurants.
  • Usage Data and Analytics – Includes app interactions, clicks, screen transitions, and subscription activity, helping us improve service quality and user experience.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and personalize services such as displaying dish images, ingredients, and nutritional data.
  • Offer relevant dish and restaurant recommendations based on your preferences (e.g., vegan, gluten-free).
  • Analyze app usage and trends to improve functionality and content.

4. Accuracy Disclaimer

Please note: All dish images, ingredient compositions, calorie values, and allergen information provided in the app are approximate. These are generated based on available data, AI estimations, and general information, and may not exactly reflect the actual dishes or ingredients served in the restaurant. Always confirm details with the restaurant staff, especially if you have allergies or dietary restrictions.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data on the basis of:

  • Your consent – Provided when registering and using the app
  • Legitimate interest – To enhance user experience and ensure app functionality

You may withdraw consent at any time through your account settings or by contacting us.

6. Data Sharing and Transfers

We do not sell your personal data. We may share information with third-party service providers (e.g., analytics, hosting) under GDPR-compliant agreements. If your data is transferred outside the EU/EEA, we ensure appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses.

7. Data Retention

Your data is retained as long as necessary for service delivery, legal compliance, or until you request deletion. You can delete your account and all associated data via the app or by contacting us directly.

8. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the right to:

  • Access your data
  • Correct inaccuracies
  • Delete your data
  • Restrict or object to processing
  • Request data portability

To exercise these rights, contact: [email protected].

9. Links to Terms and Policies

You can review our full Terms of Use (EULA) and Privacy Policy within the app or on our website.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be communicated via the app or by email.