How DineScout handles your information

This is a general privacy policy for the DineScout website and related services. Last updated: April 1, 2026.

DineScout ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share information when you use our website, services, and related features.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal information you provide directly, such as your name, email address, restaurant details, and any information you submit through forms.
Content you submit, such as reviews, inquiries, messages, photos, and other materials.
Usage information, such as pages viewed, features used, browser type, device information, IP address, and general interaction data.
Cookies and similar technologies that help us improve functionality, performance, and user experience.

2. How We Use Information

We may use collected information to:

Provide, operate, and improve DineScout
Respond to inquiries and support requests
Process submissions, reviews, and partnership requests
Monitor usage, performance, and security
Prevent fraud, abuse, and unauthorized activity
Communicate updates, service notices, or other relevant information

3. How We Share Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information:

With service providers and vendors who help us operate the platform
When required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request
To protect our rights, users, safety, or property
In connection with a business transfer, merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and similar technologies to understand site traffic, remember preferences, and improve user experience. You can usually control cookies through your browser settings.

5. Data Retention

We retain information for as long as necessary to provide our services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

6. Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect personal information. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Choices and Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including the right to request access, correction, deletion, or limitation of certain processing. To make a request, please contact us using the details below.

8. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties.

9. Children's Privacy

DineScout is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last updated" date.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, you can contact us at hello@dinescout.co.