Last Updated: 1/29/2025

This Privacy Policy outlines the practices and procedures of Lunch Thyme Catering LLC (referred to as “Company,” “We,” “Us,” or “Our”) regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of Your information when You use Our Website www.itslunchthyme.com (“Service”). It also explains Your privacy rights and how applicable laws protect You.

We use Your data to deliver and improve the Service. By accessing or using the Service, You consent to the collection and use of information as described in this Privacy Policy.

Interpretation and Definitions

Interpretation

Words where the first letter is capitalized carry specific meanings under this Privacy Policy. These definitions apply regardless of whether the terms appear in singular or plural forms.

Definitions

For the purposes of this Privacy Policy:

  • Account: A unique profile created by You to access portions of the Service.
  • Company: Refers to Lunch Thyme Catering LLC, based in [Insert City, State].
  • Cookies: Small text files placed on Your device by a website, used to store certain details about Your browsing behavior.
  • Country: Refers to the United States.
  • Device: Any electronic device that can access the Service, such as a smartphone, tablet, or computer.
  • Personal Data: Information that directly or indirectly identifies an individual.
  • Service: Refers to the Website and services provided by Lunch Thyme Catering LLC.
  • Service Provider: A third party that processes data on behalf of the Company.
  • Third-Party Social Media Service: Any website or service that allows Users to log in or register for the Service using their social media credentials.
  • Usage Data: Data automatically collected through the Service, such as browser type, pages visited, and time spent on the Website.
  • Website: Refers to www.itslunchthyme.com.
  • You: The individual accessing or using the Service, or the company or entity on behalf of which the Service is accessed.

Collecting and Using Your Personal Data

Types of Data Collected
Personal Data

While using Our Service, We may request that You provide certain personally identifiable information that can be used to contact or identify You. This information may include but is not limited to:

  • Email address
  • First and last name
  • Phone number
  • Address, State, ZIP/Postal Code, and City
  • Payment information (processed securely through Stripe; We do not store credit card numbers)
  • Information about Your child, including name, school or daycare, dietary preferences, allergies, or special instructions
Usage Data

Usage Data is collected automatically when using the Service.

This information may include details such as Your Device’s IP address, browser type and version, the pages You visit on Our Website, the time and date of Your visit, time spent on pages, and other diagnostic information.

When You access the Service via a mobile device, additional information may be collected automatically, including but not limited to the type of mobile device You use, its unique ID, IP address, operating system, browser type, and diagnostic data.

Tracking Technologies and Cookies

We use Cookies and similar tracking technologies to monitor activity on Our Service and improve user experience. Tracking technologies include beacons, tags, and scripts that help gather and analyze data.

Types of Cookies We Use:
  1. Essential Cookies: Required to operate the Website and enable certain features, such as secure login.
  2. Preference Cookies: Remember Your settings, such as language or login details, to enhance Your experience.
  3. Acceptance Cookies: Identify whether You’ve consented to Our use of Cookies.

You can adjust Your browser settings to decline Cookies. However, some features of the Service may not function correctly if Cookies are disabled.

How We Use Your Data

The Company uses collected data for the following purposes:

  • To Provide the Service: Ensuring delivery of meals to schools and daycares, processing payments, and maintaining the Website’s functionality.
  • To Manage Accounts: Allowing You to register and access certain areas of the Website.
  • To Communicate: Contacting You regarding orders, updates, or necessary communications related to the Service.
  • To Analyze Usage: Monitoring Website activity to identify trends and improve the Service.
  • To Send Promotions: Informing You of similar products, services, or events unless You opt out.
  • For Business Transfers: As part of any merger, sale, or transfer of business assets.
  • To Comply with Legal Obligations: Including responding to law enforcement or court orders.
Sharing Your Personal Data

We do not sell Your Personal Data. However, We may share information in specific situations:

  • With Service Providers: For secure payment processing (e.g., Stripe) and facilitating service delivery.
  • With Schools or Daycares: Sharing limited details to ensure correct delivery of Your child’s meals.
  • For Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, or valid legal requests.
  • For Business Transactions: During negotiations for or completion of mergers, acquisitions, or sales of assets.
  • With Your Consent: If You provide explicit permission for additional sharing.
Retention of Your Data

The Company will retain Personal Data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. Retention periods vary based on the type of data and legal requirements.

Usage Data may be retained longer for internal analysis or to strengthen security.

Transferring Your Data

Your information may be processed at the Company’s offices or other locations where processing parties are based. Transfers may involve jurisdictions with different data protection laws.

We take appropriate measures to ensure the security of Your data during any transfer.

Protecting Your Data

We utilize commercially reasonable practices to protect Your Personal Data. While We strive to secure Your information, no method of transmission over the Internet is entirely secure.

Children’s Privacy

The Service is intended for parents and guardians. We do not knowingly collect information directly from children under the age of 13. If You believe We have collected such information inadvertently, please contact Us immediately.

Links to Third-Party Websites

Our Website may contain links to external websites that are not operated by Us. We encourage You to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites You visit. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of third-party websites.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

The Company may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. If changes are significant, We may notify You through additional means.

Contact Us

If You have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us: