Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 21, 2025
Last Updated: January 21, 2025

1. Information We Collect

Curateria collects information to provide better services to our users. This includes:

Information You Provide:

• Contact information when claiming a restaurant listing (name, email, phone)
• Email address when subscribing to our newsletter
• Restaurant information and updates you submit
• Feedback and correspondence you send to us

Information We Collect Automatically:

• Usage data (pages visited, searches performed, features used)
• Device information (browser type, operating system)
• Location data when you allow location services
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2. How We Use Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide personalized restaurant recommendations
• Process restaurant listing claims and verifications
• Send newsletter updates (only if subscribed)
• Communicate about your restaurant listings
• Improve our services and user experience
• Analyze usage patterns to enhance features
• Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share information:

• With your consent
• To comply with legal obligations
• With service providers who assist in operating our platform
• To protect the rights and safety of Curateria and our users
• In connection with a business transfer or acquisition

4. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely using industry-standard practices:

• Data is encrypted in transit and at rest
• We use secure servers with regular security updates
• Access to personal data is restricted to authorized personnel
• Local storage is used for preferences, which remains on your device

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access and update your information
• Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• Delete your account and associated data
• Opt-out of certain data collection
• Request a copy of your data

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your preferences
• Understand how you use our platform
• Improve your experience
• Provide relevant content

You can control cookies through your browser settings, though this may limit some features.

Analytics

We use Google Analytics 4 to understand how the site is used (pages viewed, searches, general location and device type). This sets analytics cookies and sends usage data to Google. You can opt out site-wide with Google's Analytics opt-out add-on, or block cookies in your browser settings.

Affiliate links (where present) are disclosed separately — see our Affiliate Disclosure.

7. Children's Privacy

Curateria is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed in countries other than Australia. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. We'll notify you of significant changes via email or platform notification.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us:

11. Australian Privacy Principles

This policy is designed to comply with the Australian Privacy Principles under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).