Last updated: January 11, 2026
Introduction
Welcome to MatchMeal ("we," "our," or "us"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.
Information We Collect
We collect information to provide you with the best feasting experience: Account Information • Display name and avatar selection (optional) • Unique user code (automatically generated) Dietary Preferences • Dietary restrictions (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc.) • Allergen information you provide Recipe Interactions • Recipes you swipe on (like or pass) • Recipes you save to favorites and custom collections • Recipes you create and publish • Ingredients you add to your pantry (My Ingredients) • Feast sessions you participate in (solo, duo, group) • Matches with other users during feasts Device & Usage Information • Device type, operating system, and identifiers • App usage patterns and feature interactions • Performance data and crash reports
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for: Core Functionality • Provide and maintain feast sessions (solo, duo, and group) • Match you with other users during feasts • Save and organize your favorite recipes • Synchronize data across your devices Personalization • Recommend recipes based on your preferences and history • Filter recipes according to your dietary restrictions • Learn your taste preferences over time Communication • Send feast invitations and match notifications • Respond to your support requests • Send important service announcements
Information Sharing
We limit sharing of your information: With Other Users • During duo/group feasts, participants can see your display name, avatar, and swiping activity for that session • Your unique user code is shareable for feast invitations With Service Providers • Cloud hosting providers for data storage • Push notification services • Analytics providers (anonymized data only) For Legal Reasons • When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
Data Security & Retention
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including encryption of data in transit and at rest. We retain your data as long as your account is active. You can delete your account at any time through the app settings, and your data will be deleted immediately and permanently. Note: No method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights & Choices
You have control over your information: • Access & Update: View and edit your profile and preferences anytime • Delete: Remove your account and all associated data • Notifications: Control push notifications through device settings For EU/EEA users, we comply with GDPR requirements including the right to data portability and the right to object to processing.
Children's Privacy
MatchMeal is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. Users between 13 and 18 should use the app with parental guidance.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at support@matchmeal.app