{"id":1485,"date":"2026-03-06T14:18:15","date_gmt":"2026-03-06T20:18:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hawktech.us\/site\/?page_id=1485"},"modified":"2026-03-06T14:18:15","modified_gmt":"2026-03-06T20:18:15","slug":"lunchpal-privacy-policy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/hawktech.us\/site\/lunchpal-privacy-policy\/","title":{"rendered":"LunchPal Privacy Policy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Last updated:<\/strong> March 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thank you for using <strong>LunchPal<\/strong>. Your privacy matters, and we\u2019re committed to being transparent about how we collect, use, and protect your information. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, why we collect it, and the choices you have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">LunchPal does <strong>not<\/strong> require you to create an account. All features are available without registration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By using LunchPal, you agree to the practices described in this policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1. Information We Collect<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1.1 No Account Required<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">LunchPal does <strong>not<\/strong> use user accounts.<br>We do not collect:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Usernames<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Passwords<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Account profiles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All app functionality is available without signing up or logging in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1.2 Contacts &amp; Friends (Optional)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With your permission, LunchPal may access your contacts to help you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Invite friends<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Share lunch plans more easily<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This permission is optional and can be revoked at any time in your device settings.<br>LunchPal does not store your contacts or contact list on our servers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1.3 Location Information (Optional)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If enabled, LunchPal may collect:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Approximate location<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nearby restaurant suggestions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Location-based event features<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Location access is optional and controlled entirely by your device settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1.4 Usage Data<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We collect non\u2011identifying information about how you interact with the app, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Features used<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Event creation and participation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>App performance and crash data<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Device type, OS version, and app version<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This helps us improve reliability and user experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1.5 Event &amp; Group Data<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you share a lunch event, we don&#8217;t store:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Event details (time, date, restaurant options)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Voting results<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Only people you explicitly share an event with can see these details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>2. How We Use Your Information<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We use your information to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Provide and operate the LunchPal service<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Suggest restaurants and times<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Facilitate invitations, voting, and group coordination<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improve app performance and troubleshoot issues<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enhance safety, security, and fraud prevention<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We do <strong>not<\/strong> sell your personal information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3. Sharing of Information<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We may share information in the following situations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3.1 With Other Users<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you share lunch event, other invited users may see:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your name (if provided)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Event participation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Voting selections<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3.2 Service Providers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We work with trusted third\u2011party providers for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hosting and backend infrastructure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Analytics and crash reporting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Email delivery<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These providers only access data necessary to perform their services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3.3 Legal Requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We may disclose information if required to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Comply with applicable laws<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Respond to legal requests<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Protect the rights, safety, or property of LunchPal or users<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>4. Data Retention<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because LunchPal does not use accounts, we retain only the data necessary to operate the app, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Event details<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Optional permissions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diagnostic and performance data<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may request deletion of event data or other stored information at any time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>5. Your Choices &amp; Controls<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>5.1 Manage Permissions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can control access to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Contacts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Location<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Notifications<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These can be changed in your device settings at any time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>5.2 Data Deletion<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may request deletion of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Event data<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Optional shared information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diagnostic data (where applicable)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>6. Children\u2019s Privacy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">LunchPal is not intended for children under 13.<br>We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.<br>If we learn that such data has been collected, we will delete it promptly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>7. Changes to This Privacy Policy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.<br>When we do, we will update the \u201cLast updated\u201d date at the top of this page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your continued use of LunchPal after changes take effect means you accept the updated policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>8. Contact Us<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, contact us:<br><a href=\"https:\/\/hawktech.us\/site\/application-support\/\">https:\/\/hawktech.us\/site\/application-support\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We\u2019re here to help.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Last updated: March 2026 Thank you for using LunchPal. Your privacy matters, and we\u2019re committed to being transparent about how we collect, use, and protect your information. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, why we collect it, and the choices you have. LunchPal does not require you to create an account. 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