1. Our Commitment to Privacy
OpenPlate (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website, platform, and services (the “Service”).
2. Scope
This Privacy Policy applies to all users (“Users”) of OpenPlate. By accessing or using the Service, you consent to the practices described in this Policy.
3. Information We Collect
- Identifiers: name, email address, username, password, IP address.
- Financial information: bank or PayPal details for payouts.
- Content: recipes, images, videos, and other uploads.
- Usage data: device info, cookies, analytics, browsing activity.
- Geolocation: derived from IP or device.
- Communications: messages you send via email or social media.
4. How We Use Information
- Operate and improve the Service.
- Process payments and creator payouts.
- Provide support and respond to inquiries.
- Prevent fraud and abuse.
- Promote recipes and creators across social and marketing channels.
- Comply with legal, tax, and regulatory obligations.
5. Sharing of Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with payment processors, service providers (hosting, analytics, marketing), successors in the event of a business transition, or legal authorities if required.
6. Cookies & Tracking
We use cookies and technologies such as Google Analytics to improve performance and personalize your experience. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not work properly.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal data as long as necessary to provide our Service or as required by law. Afterward, data is securely deleted or anonymized.
8. Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your information, but no method of online transmission or storage is completely secure. You use the Service at your own risk.
9. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, or delete your data, and to opt out of marketing communications. Requests can be sent to the contact below.
10. Children’s Privacy
OpenPlate is not intended for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect information from minors.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy.
12. Contact Us
For privacy questions or requests, email us at openplatemarketing@gmail.com.