PlateRate
Privacy Policy
Effective date: March 2026
I built PlateRate as a privacy-focused app. This policy explains what data the app uses, how it is handled, and the choices you have.
1. Overview
PlateRate stores all your restaurant, dish, and rating data locally on your device. Photos you add are saved to the app's local storage. No data is sent to any server. No analytics, no tracking, no account required.
2. Data Collected
The app collects and stores the following data on your device:
- Restaurant and grocery store names and details
- Dish names, ratings (1–5 stars), prices, and notes
- Photos attached to dishes
- Favorite dish selections
- App settings and preferences
The app does not collect:
- Account information (no sign-in required)
- Personal identifying information
- Location data
- Advertising identifiers
- Usage analytics or behavioral data
3. How Data Is Used
Data is used to:
- Display your restaurants, dishes, and ratings
- Show your favorite dishes
- Search and filter your food journal
- Display photos you've attached to dishes
4. Data Storage & Security
- All data is stored locally on your device
- Photos are saved to the app's local storage
- There is no backend server or cloud sync
- Your data is never shared with third parties
5. Device Permissions
The app may request the following permissions:
- Camera: To take photos of dishes directly within the app
- Photo Library: To select existing photos from your library
6. Data Retention & Deletion
- Your data stays on your device until you delete it
- You can delete individual restaurants, dishes, and photos within the app
- To remove all app data, delete the app from your device
7. Children's Privacy
This app is not intended for children under 13, and I do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
8. Changes to This Policy
I may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this website and within the app where applicable.
9. Contact
If you have questions, contact me at: info@kosshiiapps.com