Privacy Policy for 台北探店 (Taipei Dianping)

Effective Date: February 19, 2026

Your privacy is a priority. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share your information when you use our app and services (collectively, the "Services"). By using 台北探店, you agree to the terms outlined below.

  1. Information We Collect

a. Information You Provide
Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your name, email address, and profile information.
User Content: Photos, reviews, ratings, and other content you submit through the app.

b. Automatically Collected Information
Device and Usage Data: Includes IP address, device type, operating system, app version, and interaction logs.
Location Data: If enabled, we collect GPS data or metadata from photos to track and display places you have visited. You can disable location tracking in your device settings.
Cookies and Analytics: Types of cookies we use include Essential Cookies (necessary for the basic functionality of the app, such as account authentication and security), Performance Cookies (collect information about how you use our Services, helping us improve performance and user experience), and Functional Cookies (remember your preferences and settings to provide a more personalized experience).

  1. How We Use Your Information

We use the data we collect to: Provide Core Features such as tracking and visualizing places you have visited; Personalize Your Experience including offering recommendations and insights; Facilitate Social Features such as comparing travel data with friends; Improve App Performance by addressing technical issues and enhance functionality; Send Communications such as updates, promotional offers, or notifications (you can opt out at any time); Ensure Legal Compliance by complying with legal obligations or protecting our rights and interests; and Develop New Features by innovating and introducing new functionalities based on user feedback and data analysis.

  1. Sharing Your Information

We respect your privacy and only share your information in the following ways:
With Your Consent: For example, if you opt to share travel stats with friends or publicly.
Service Providers: We may share data with trusted third-party vendors (e.g., analytics providers, hosting services) to help us operate and improve 台北探店. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and are prohibited from using your information for any other purpose.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose data to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your data may be transferred to the new entity. We will notify you via email or through a prominent notice on our website of any change in ownership or uses of your personal information.

  1. Your Rights and Choices

We empower you to control your data:
Access and Correction: View and update your personal information through your account settings.
Delete Your Data: Request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us at support@taipeidianping.com.
Opt-Out of Location Tracking: Disable location permissions through your device settings.
Manage Marketing Preferences: Opt-out of promotional communications using the unsubscribe link in emails or through Account settings.
Data Portability: Request a copy of your data for transfer to another service.

  1. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide the Services or as required by law. For example: Account Information retains until you request deletion; Usage Data may be anonymized after 12 months.

  1. International Data Transfers

If you are located outside the United States, please note that your data may be transferred to and processed in countries with different data protection laws. We ensure such transfers comply with applicable laws, including the use of Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or other approved mechanisms. Users have the right to object to data transfers under certain conditions.

  1. Security Measures

We implement security measures to protect your data, including: Encryption utilizing industry-standard encryption protocols (e.g., AES-256) to secure data in transit and at rest; Regular Security Audits conducting periodic security assessments to identify and address vulnerabilities; Access Controls restricting access to personal information to authorized personnel only.

  1. Children Privacy

台北探店 is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided us with data, we will delete it promptly. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at support@taipeidianping.com.

  1. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Significant changes will be communicated through the app or email. Your continued use of the Services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

  1. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: support@taipeidianping.com
App: 台北探店 (Taipei Dianping)