Privacy Policy

1. Who we are

BlockBites ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website located at blockbites.app. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information you provide when you use our site or sign up for early access.

2. Information we collect

We collect information you voluntarily provide, including:

• Email address (required for signup)
• First and last name (optional or required depending on form)
• City and state (optional)
• Social media platform and handle (for creator interest forms)
• Restaurant name and contact details (for restaurant partner forms)
• Messages you send through our contact form
• Your stated interests and preferences

We do not collect payment information, government IDs, or sensitive personal data.

3. How we use your information

We use the information you provide to:

• Send you BlockBites launch news, early access updates, and local food alerts (if you opted in)
• Contact you about creator or restaurant partnership opportunities
• Respond to your contact form submissions
• Improve our product and understand what our early community cares about

We will not sell your personal information to third parties.

4. Data storage

Your information is stored securely using Supabase, a cloud database provider. Data is stored in the United States. Supabase applies industry-standard security controls including encryption at rest and in transit.

5. Email communications

If you signed up for early access, you may receive emails from BlockBites about launch updates, local food alerts, and founding-member opportunities. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email or by contacting us directly.

6. Cookies and analytics

This site may use basic analytics tools to understand traffic and usage patterns. We do not use advertising cookies or sell behavioral data. If we add analytics tools in the future, we will update this policy.

7. Your rights

You have the right to:

• Request a copy of the information we hold about you
• Request that we delete your information
• Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
• Correct inaccurate information

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at the address below.

8. Children

This site is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

9. Changes to this policy

We may update this privacy policy as BlockBites grows. We will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page when we do. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact

If you have questions about this privacy policy or how we handle your data, please contact us through our contact page.

To request deletion of your BlockBites account and associated data, visit our Delete Account page.