Privacy Policy

WHAT IS DISH

Effective Date: January 15, 2026
Version: 1.2


Data Controller

Kaedetaki LLC
License No. 2536945.01
Sharjah Media City, UAE
privacy@whatisdish.app

EU Representative (GDPR Article 27):
Maple Rapids OÜ
Registry Code: 16068572
Estonia
eu-privacy@whatisdish.app


Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Kaedetaki LLC ("we," "us," "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you use what is dish ("Service").

We comply with the UAE Personal Data Protection Law, EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), UK GDPR, California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other applicable data protection laws.


1. Data We Collect

1.1 Data You Provide

Data Purpose
Email address Account, authentication, communication
Password (encrypted) Account security
Preferences (optional) Personalization

1.2 Data Collected Automatically

Data Purpose
Menu photographs AI analysis (deleted within 24 hours)
Device/browser information Service operation
Usage data Service improvement
IP address Security, general location

1.3 Data We Do NOT Collect


2. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to:


3. Anonymized and Aggregated Data

3.1 What It Is

We may create anonymized data that cannot identify any individual by combining and de-identifying usage patterns from many users.

3.2 Types of Insights

3.3 How We Use It

Anonymized data is no longer personal data. We may use it for any purpose, including:

3.4 Safeguards

3.5 Opt-Out

Contact privacy@whatisdish.app to opt out of future data aggregation.


4. Data Sharing

4.1 We Do NOT Sell Personal Data

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties.

4.2 Service Providers

We share data with:

Provider Purpose
Cloud hosting (Supabase) Data storage
AI providers (OpenAI) Menu analysis and translation
Payment processors (Stripe) Subscription billing
Google AdSense Advertising (free users only)
Analytics Usage statistics

All providers are bound by data processing agreements.

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose data when required by law or to protect our rights, safety, or property.

4.4 Business Transfers

Data may be transferred in connection with mergers, acquisitions, or sale of assets.


5. International Transfers

Your data may be processed in countries outside your residence. For transfers from the EU/UK, we use Standard Contractual Clauses and appropriate safeguards.


6. Data Retention

Data Retention
Account data Until deletion + 30 days
Menu photos Deleted within 24 hours
Usage analytics 26 months (anonymized)
Billing records 7 years (legal requirement)

7. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures:

No method is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.


8. Your Rights

8.1 All Users

Right How to Exercise
Access Account Settings → Download Data
Correction Account Settings → Edit Profile
Deletion Account Settings → Delete Account
Withdraw consent Account Settings → Notifications

Or email: privacy@whatisdish.app

8.2 EU/EEA Users (GDPR)

Additional rights:

EU Representative: Maple Rapids OÜ, Registry Code 16068572, Estonia, eu-privacy@whatisdish.app

8.3 UK Users

We do not currently maintain a UK Representative under UK GDPR Article 27. UK residents may contact us directly at privacy@whatisdish.app. We respond to all UK data subject requests within required timeframes.

8.4 California Users (CCPA/CPRA)

8.5 Response Time

We respond within 30 days (EU) or 45 days (California).


9. Cookies

We use cookies for:

Type Purpose
Essential Authentication, security
Functional Preferences (language, currency)
Advertising (Google AdSense) Personalized ads (free users)
Analytics Usage statistics

Manage preferences in Account Settings or browser settings.

For more details, see our Cookie Policy.


10. Children

The Service is not intended for users under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If we discover such collection, we will delete it promptly.


11. Changes

We may update this Policy. Material changes will be notified via email at least 30 days before taking effect. Continued use constitutes acceptance.


12. Contact

Data Controller:
Kaedetaki LLC
License No. 2536945.01
Sharjah Media City, UAE
privacy@whatisdish.app

EU Representative:
Maple Rapids OÜ
Registry Code: 16068572
Estonia
eu-privacy@whatisdish.app

General:
support@whatisdish.app
whatisdish.app


BY USING THE SERVICE, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD THIS PRIVACY POLICY.


Privacy Policy v1.2 • Effective January 15, 2026 • © 2026 Kaedetaki LLC