Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Zero Fork LTD ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Waitlist Information: Email address, name (optional), and how you heard about us
• Contact Information: When you contact us, we may collect your name, email, and message content
• Account Information: When our platform launches, we will collect registration details
• Profile Information: Dietary preferences, sustainability goals, and other profile data

2.2 Information Automatically Collected

• Usage Data: How you interact with our website and services
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, IP address
• Essential Cookies: We use only essential cookies for authentication and security

3. How We Use Your Information

• Provide and maintain our services
• Communicate with you about updates, features, and support
• Personalize your experience and recommendations
• Analyze usage patterns to improve our platform
• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect against fraud and abuse

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties except in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: Trusted partners who assist in operating our platform
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• Consent: When you explicitly consent to sharing

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes encryption, secure servers, and regular security assessments.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

6.1 EU/EEA Residents (GDPR)

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the following rights:

• Right of Access (Article 15): Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Right to Rectification (Article 16): Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Right to Erasure (Article 17): Request deletion of your personal information ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to Data Portability (Article 20): Request transfer of your data to another service in a structured format
• Right to Object (Article 21): Object to certain types of processing, including direct marketing
• Right to Restrict Processing (Article 18): Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances
• Right to Withdraw Consent (Article 7): Withdraw your consent at any time where processing is based on consent
• Right to Lodge a Complaint: File a complaint with your local data protection authority

6.2 UK Residents (UK GDPR)

Under UK GDPR, you have similar rights to EU residents, including:

• All the rights listed above under GDPR
• Right to Complain: Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)
• Automated Decision-Making: Right not to be subject to solely automated decision-making

6.3 US Residents (State Privacy Laws)

Depending on your state, you may have additional rights under state privacy laws:

California (CCPA/CPRA)

• Right to Know: Request information about what personal information we collect and how we use it
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information
• Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of the sale or sharing of your personal information
• Right to Non-Discrimination: Not receive discriminatory treatment for exercising your privacy rights
• Right to Correct: Request correction of inaccurate personal information
• Right to Limit: Limit the use and disclosure of sensitive personal information

Other States (Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah, etc.)

• Access Rights: Similar to CCPA rights to know and access
• Deletion Rights: Request deletion of personal information
• Opt-Out Rights: Opt-out of targeted advertising and data sales
• Correction Rights: Request correction of inaccurate information

7. Cookies and Essential Technologies

7.1 Essential Cookies Only

Zero Fork currently uses only essential cookies that are strictly necessary for the operation of our services:

• Authentication Cookies: To keep you securely logged in and manage your session
• Security Cookies: To protect against unauthorized access and maintain security
• Functional Cookies: To remember your login state across pages

7.2 No Tracking or Analytics

We do not currently use cookies for tracking, analytics, advertising, or marketing purposes. We do not use third-party tracking services like Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, or similar tools.

7.3 Cookie Consent

Since we only use essential cookies that are strictly necessary for our service to function, no consent is required under GDPR, UK GDPR, or other privacy laws. These cookies are exempt from consent requirements as they are technically necessary for the service you have requested.

Future Changes: If we decide to implement analytics or marketing cookies in the future, we will update this policy and implement appropriate consent mechanisms before doing so.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

10. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: