Last updated: August 18, 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how BiteClub collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards your information when you use our mobile application. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use the App.
We don't track you across apps or websites
Contact info, content, and social connections stay yours
No third-party advertising or data selling
| Category | Examples | Purpose | Required? | Retention |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Account identifiers | Phone (for SMS sign-in), optional email, username, name, avatar URL | Account creation, authentication, social features | Phone or email required to sign in | Until account deletion |
| User content | Photos, videos, captions, comments, likes, recipes, meals, collections | Provide core social/journaling features | Optional but necessary to post | Until you delete content or your account |
| Contacts matching | Phone numbers you choose to share for "find friends" | One-time matching to find existing users | Optional | Query-time only; not stored |
| Notifications | Expo push token, on-device reminder times | Deliver push reminders and in-app notifications | Optional | While enabled; removed on disable |
| Usage & device data | App interactions, error logs; device type (iOS/Android) | App functionality, performance, debugging | Collected automatically | Short-term logs |
Note: We do not collect sensitive data such as precise location, health information, financial data, or biometric information.
We request the following device permissions:
You can change permissions in your device settings at any time.
Provide and secure the App, authenticate users, and maintain your account
Enable social features (following, posting, commenting, liking)
Deliver push notifications and daily reminders you configure
Improve performance, debug issues, and protect against abuse
We do not sell your personal data and we do not use your data for third-party advertising or cross-app tracking.
Your content and profile persist until you delete them or delete your account
Push tokens are retained only while notifications are enabled
Contacts matching operates at query time; numbers are not stored beyond the lookup
Backups and logs retain limited data for a short period for security and reliability
When you delete your account, media deletions may take up to ~1 hour to propagate
Control categories, reminder times, opt out anytime
Skip contacts access; no matching without consent
Access, update, or delete your account in Settings
Contact us for data access or deletion requests
The App is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child provided us personal data, contact us to delete it.
Your information may be processed and stored in the United States or other countries where our providers operate. We rely on contractual and technical safeguards to protect your information.
We implement administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your information. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure.
We may update this Policy from time to time. We will update the "Last updated" date above and, where appropriate, provide additional notice.
If you have questions or requests about this Policy, please contact: