Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 01/01/2025

DineSpotter.com (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates a restaurant directory platform to help users discover dining options. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data transparently. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our website.

1. Information We Collect A. From Users:

•   Account Data: Name, email address, phone number, and password when you create an account.

•   Reviews & Interactions: Ratings, reviews, photos, and comments you submit.

•   Search Preferences: Cuisine types, locations, and dietary filters you use.

  B. From Restaurants/Businesses:

•   Business Profiles: Name, address, contact details, menus, photos, and opening hours.

•   Payment Information: Billing details for premium listings (processed securely via Stripe/PayPal).

  C. Automatically Collected Data:

•   Usage Data: IP address, device type, browser, pages visited, and session duration.

•   Cookies: We use cookies to improve functionality and analyze traffic (see Section 6).

•   Location: Approximate location (with your consent) to show nearby restaurants.

  2. How We Use Your Information

•   To provide, personalize, and improve our services (e.g., tailored search results).

•   To communicate with you (e.g., account updates, newsletters, and promotional offers).

•   To process payments for premium business listings.

•   To moderate content and enforce our Terms of Service.

•   To comply with legal obligations (e.g., tax laws, fraud prevention).

  3. Sharing Your Information
  We only share data under these circumstances:

•   Public Profiles: Restaurant details, reviews, and ratings are visible to all users.

•   Service Providers: Trusted partners like payment processors (Stripe, PayPal) and hosting providers.

•   Legal Compliance: If required by law (e.g., court orders, tax audits).

  We do not sell your personal data to third parties.

4. Data Retention
We retain your information only as long as necessary to:

•   Provide services you request (e.g., maintain your account or restaurant listing).

•   Comply with legal obligations (e.g., financial records).

  5. Your Rights You may:

•   Access, correct, or delete your personal data.

•   Opt out of marketing emails.

•   Request a copy of your data in a portable format.

•   Withdraw consent for data processing.

  To exercise these rights, contact us at info@dinespotter.co.uk

  6. Cookies & Tracking We use cookies to:

•   Save preferences (e.g., language, location).

•   Analyze traffic via Google Analytics.

•   Deliver targeted ads (via partners like Google Ads).

  Manage cookies through your browser settings.

  7. Security
  We use SSL encryption, access controls, and regular audits to protect your data. However, no system is 100% secure.

  8. Children’s Privacy
  Our services are not intended for users under 16. We do not knowingly collect data from minors.

  9. Third-Party Links
  We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites linked on www.dinespotter.co.uk.

  10. Updates to This Policy
  We may update this policy. Changes will be posted here with a new “Last Updated” date.

  11. Contact Us

For questions or requests, email info@dinespotter.co.uk or write to: DineSpotter
2 Orchard Way Sutton Surrey SM1 3QQ