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Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2024

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you create an account, complete your profile, or contact us. This includes:

• Personal information (name, email address, phone number)
• Profile information (culinary interests, skill level, location preferences)
• Communication data (messages, feedback, support requests)
• Usage information (how you interact with our platform)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and improve our matching services
• Facilitate connections between cooking partners
• Send you important updates and communications
• Ensure platform safety and security
• Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information in the following circumstances:

• With matched cooking partners as part of our service
• With service providers who assist in our operations
• When required by law or to protect our rights
• In connection with a business transfer or merger

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to access, update, or delete your personal information. You may also opt out of certain communications or request data portability.

6. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at [email protected]

Terms of Service

Last updated: January 2024

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using CookingPartners.live, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement.

2. Service Description

CookingPartners.live is a platform that connects individuals interested in collaborative cooking experiences. We facilitate introductions but do not guarantee any specific outcomes or relationships.

3. User Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and truthful information in your profile
• Treat all community members with respect and courtesy
• Follow safety guidelines when meeting other members
• Report any inappropriate behavior or safety concerns
• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations

4. Prohibited Activities

Users may not:

• Use the service for commercial purposes without authorization
• Harass, abuse, or harm other users
• Share false or misleading information
• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Interfere with the proper functioning of the platform

5. Safety and Liability

While we provide safety guidelines and member verification, users meet at their own risk. CookingPartners.live is not responsible for any incidents that occur during in-person meetings.

6. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms or engage in inappropriate behavior.

7. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service, contact us at [email protected]

DMCA Copyright Policy

Last updated: January 2024

1. Overview

CookingPartners.live respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects our users to do the same. This policy outlines our procedures for addressing claims of copyright infringement.

2. Filing a DMCA Notice

If you believe that content on our platform infringes your copyright, please provide our designated agent with the following information:

• A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or authorized agent
• Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
• Identification of the infringing material and its location on our site
• Your contact information (address, phone number, email)
• A statement of good faith belief that the use is not authorized
• A statement of accuracy and authority to act on behalf of the copyright owner

3. Counter-Notification

If you believe your content was wrongly removed due to a DMCA notice, you may file a counter-notification containing:

• Your physical or electronic signature
• Identification of the removed content and its former location
• A good faith statement that removal was due to mistake or misidentification
• Your contact information and consent to jurisdiction

4. Designated Agent

Please send DMCA notices and counter-notifications to:

DMCA Agent
CookingPartners.live
285 Madison Avenue, Suite 1402
New York, NY 10017, USA
Email: [email protected]

5. Repeat Infringers

We will terminate the accounts of users who are determined to be repeat infringers.

GDPR Compliance

Last updated: January 2024

1. Your Rights Under GDPR

As a data subject, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right of Access: Request copies of your personal data
• Right of Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Right of Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of data processing
• Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data
• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests

2. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on:

• Consent for marketing communications and optional features
• Contractual necessity for providing our matching services
• Legitimate interests for platform security and improvement
• Legal obligations for compliance with applicable laws

3. Data Retention

We retain personal data for as long as necessary to provide our services or as required by law. Account data is typically retained for 3 years after account closure, unless earlier deletion is requested.

4. International Transfers

When we transfer data outside the EU, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including adequacy decisions or standard contractual clauses.

5. Data Protection Officer

For GDPR-related inquiries, contact our Data Protection Officer at:

Email: [email protected]
Address: 285 Madison Avenue, Suite 1402, New York, NY 10017, USA

6. Supervisory Authority

You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority if you believe our processing of your data violates GDPR.

7. Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any of your rights, please contact us at [email protected] with your request and proof of identity.