Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 20, 2024

Welcome to Harvest Yards! Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting it. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our app.

Table of Contents

• 1. Information We Collect
• 2. How We Use Your Information
• 3. Sharing Your Information
• 4. Security
• 5. Your Rights
• 6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
• 7. Data Retention
• 8. Third-Party Services
• 9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
• 10. Contact Us

1. Information We Collect

When you use Harvest Yards, we may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: Your name, email address, phone number, and location when you sign up or use features that require them.
• Usage Data: Information about how you interact with the app, such as search queries, items donated, or items requested.
• Location Data: Your real-time location to show food donations or requests nearby (if you grant us permission).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To provide and improve the Harvest Yards app experience.
• To connect donors and recipients for food donations.
• To display nearby food availability based on your location.
• To send important notifications or updates about your account.

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share your information with:

• Service providers that help us operate and maintain the app.
• Authorities if required by law or to protect the rights of our users.
• Other users of the app (e.g., donors and recipients), but only the information necessary for a successful transaction (e.g., your location for a food pickup).

4. Security

We use reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee complete security.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to access, update, or delete your personal information. To make a request, please contact us at support@harvestyards.com.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Harvest Yards uses cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience. These may include:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for app functionality.
• Analytics Cookies: To analyze user behavior and improve the app.

You can manage cookies through your device settings or browser preferences.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to provide our services or comply with legal obligations. Once your data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

8. Third-Party Services

Harvest Yards may include links to third-party services or websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices, so please review their policies if you interact with them.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We encourage you to review it periodically. Your continued use of the app after changes signifies your acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at support@harvestyards.com.