Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Food Truck Hunter ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and website (collectively, the "App"). Please read this policy carefully. If you disagree with its terms, please discontinue use of the App.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Account Information: When you register, we collect your name and email address.
• Location Data: With your permission, we collect your device's geographic location to show nearby food trucks and enable live truck tracking for truck owners.
• Food Truck Data: If you are a truck owner, we collect business information such as your truck name, cuisine type, menu items, photos, and schedule.
• Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with the App, including pages viewed, trucks followed, and check-ins.
• Payment Information: If you subscribe to a paid plan, payment details are processed securely by Stripe. We do not store your full card details.
• Communications: Messages sent through the App's booking and contact features are stored to facilitate communication between venues and truck owners.

3. How We Use Your Information

• To provide, operate, and maintain the App and its features.
• To show you nearby food trucks based on your location.
• To facilitate booking requests and messaging between venues and food truck owners.
• To process payments for subscription plans.
• To send notifications about trucks you follow (if you opt in).
• To analyze app usage and improve user experience via Google Analytics.
• To comply with legal obligations.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data with the following third parties:

• Stripe: For secure payment processing and subscription management.
• Google Maps / Google Places API: To provide location-based features and address lookup.
• Google Analytics: To understand how users interact with the App (anonymized usage data).
• Law Enforcement: If required by applicable law or legal process.

5. Location Data

Location access is used to display nearby food trucks on the map. For truck owners, location data is used to broadcast your truck's current position to customers. Location is only collected when the App is in use and with your explicit permission. You may revoke location access at any time through your device settings.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time through the Profile settings within the App. Upon deletion, all your personal data and associated records will be permanently removed.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you.
• Request correction of inaccurate data.
• Request deletion of your data (available directly in the App under Profile → Delete Account).
• Opt out of non-essential communications.

8. Children's Privacy

The App is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.

9. Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the App after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: