Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy
Effective Date 7.31.2025
This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) describes how DubbleBlack LLC dba Foodience (“Foodience,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, shares, and protects information from individuals (“you,” “your,” or “users”) who interact with our websites, platforms, and services (collectively, the “Services”).
By accessing or using the Services, you agree to the terms of this Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Services.
For questions or requests regarding this Policy, contact us at: privacy@foodience.com.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect information directly from you, automatically through the Services, and from third parties. Categories include:
a. Personal and Business Information
Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.
Account credentials and contact preferences.
Business name, tax identification numbers, payment and billing details.
b. Publisher and Advertiser Information
Websites, marketing channels, and business details you provide to apply or participate in the Foodience network.
Payment and commission history related to affiliate activities.
c. Transaction and Financial Data
Records of payments, invoices, billing, and reporting related to affiliate programs.
d. Technical and Usage Data
IP addresses, browser type, device identifiers, operating system, access dates/times, and referring URLs.
Log data collected automatically when you use our Services.
e. Cookies and Tracking Data
Cookies, pixels, tags, and other identifiers used to authenticate users, track referrals, measure performance, and personalize experiences.
f. Third-Party Information
Information from advertisers, publishers, or partners to verify eligibility, detect fraud, or comply with applicable legal obligations.
2. How We Use Information
We process collected data for the following purposes:
To operate and maintain the Foodience Services.
To register and manage accounts for publishers, affiliates, and advertisers.
To process commissions, payments, tax documentation, and reporting.
To communicate with you regarding your account, transactions, and opportunities.
To enforce our Terms of Service and network policies.
To prevent fraud, abuse, and violations of law.
To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and compliance obligations.
To improve, personalize, and enhance our Services.
3. How We Share Information
We may disclose information only under the following conditions:
Service Providers: With vendors performing services on our behalf (payment processors, hosting providers, analytics companies, etc.).
Advertisers and Publishers: As necessary for affiliate program operations, tracking, and reporting.
Legal and Regulatory: If required by law, subpoena, or government request, or to enforce rights and safety.
Business Transfers: In connection with mergers, acquisitions, asset sales, or financing transactions.
Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share information with third parties.
Foodience does not sell personal information for monetary consideration.
4. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to:
Authenticate users and manage sessions.
Track affiliate referrals and conversions.
Measure marketing and campaign performance.
Personalize user experience.
You can control cookies through your browser settings, but some features may be limited.
5. Data Security
Foodience implements reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Data Retention
We retain information as long as necessary to provide Services, meet legal obligations, resolve disputes, enforce agreements, and maintain financial and compliance records. When no longer needed, data is securely deleted or anonymized.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights:
a. General Rights (All Users)
Access your data and request corrections.
Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations).
Opt out of promotional communications.
b. California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)
If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA):
Right to Know: Request disclosure of categories and specific pieces of personal information collected.
Right to Delete: Request deletion of personal information.
Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of the “sale” or “sharing” of personal information. Foodience does not sell personal information.
Right to Non-Discrimination: You will not be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights.
You may exercise these rights by contacting us at privacy@foodience.com.
c. EU/EEA and UK Residents (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area or the United Kingdom, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including:
Right of Access: Obtain a copy of your personal data.
Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate data.
Right to Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”): Request deletion of personal data.
Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how your data is processed.
Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
Right to Object: Object to processing of your data, including for direct marketing.
Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent.
Foodience is the data controller for EU/EEA/UK users.
To exercise your GDPR rights, contact us at privacy@foodience.com. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
8. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred and processed in the United States or other countries outside your country of residence. By using the Services, you consent to such transfers. We implement safeguards such as standard contractual clauses to protect international data transfers.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our Services are not directed to children under the age of 13 (or under 16 in the EEA/UK). We do not knowingly collect data from children. If we learn that a child has provided us with personal information, we will delete it promptly.
10. Third-Party Websites and Services
Our Services may contain links to third-party sites and services. Foodience is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of those websites.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted on this page with a new “Effective Date.” Significant changes will be communicated via email or through the Services prior to becoming effective.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
privacy@foodience.com

Effective Date 7.31.2025

By accessing or using the Services, you agree to the terms of this Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Services.

For questions or requests regarding this Policy, contact us at: privacy@foodience.com.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect information directly from you, automatically through the Services, and from third parties. Categories include:

a. Personal and Business Information

Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.

Account credentials and contact preferences.

Business name, tax identification numbers, payment and billing details.

b. Publisher and Advertiser Information

Websites, marketing channels, and business details you provide to apply or participate in the Foodience network.

Payment and commission history related to affiliate activities.

c. Transaction and Financial Data

Records of payments, invoices, billing, and reporting related to affiliate programs.

d. Technical and Usage Data

IP addresses, browser type, device identifiers, operating system, access dates/times, and referring URLs.

Log data collected automatically when you use our Services.

e. Cookies and Tracking Data

Cookies, pixels, tags, and other identifiers used to authenticate users, track referrals, measure performance, and personalize experiences.

f. Third-Party Information

Information from advertisers, publishers, or partners to verify eligibility, detect fraud, or comply with applicable legal obligations.

2. How We Use Information

We process collected data for the following purposes:

To operate and maintain the Foodience Services.

To register and manage accounts for publishers, affiliates, and advertisers.

To process commissions, payments, tax documentation, and reporting.

To communicate with you regarding your account, transactions, and opportunities.

To enforce our Terms of Service and network policies.

To prevent fraud, abuse, and violations of law.

To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and compliance obligations.

To improve, personalize, and enhance our Services.

3. How We Share Information

We may disclose information only under the following conditions:

Service Providers: With vendors performing services on our behalf (payment processors, hosting providers, analytics companies, etc.).

Advertisers and Publishers: As necessary for affiliate program operations, tracking, and reporting.

Legal and Regulatory: If required by law, subpoena, or government request, or to enforce rights and safety.

Business Transfers: In connection with mergers, acquisitions, asset sales, or financing transactions.

Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share information with third parties.

Foodience does not sell personal information for monetary consideration.

4. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to:

Authenticate users and manage sessions.

Track affiliate referrals and conversions.

Measure marketing and campaign performance.

Personalize user experience.

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but some features may be limited.

5. Data Security

Foodience implements reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain information as long as necessary to provide Services, meet legal obligations, resolve disputes, enforce agreements, and maintain financial and compliance records. When no longer needed, data is securely deleted or anonymized.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights:

a. General Rights (All Users)

Access your data and request corrections.

Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations).

Opt out of promotional communications.

b. California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA):

Right to Know: Request disclosure of categories and specific pieces of personal information collected.

Right to Delete: Request deletion of personal information.

Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of the “sale” or “sharing” of personal information. Foodience does not sell personal information.

Right to Non-Discrimination: You will not be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights.

You may exercise these rights by contacting us at privacy@foodience.com.

c. EU/EEA and UK Residents (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area or the United Kingdom, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including:

Right of Access: Obtain a copy of your personal data.

Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate data.

Right to Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”): Request deletion of personal data.

Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how your data is processed.

Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.

Right to Object: Object to processing of your data, including for direct marketing.

Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent.

Foodience is the data controller for EU/EEA/UK users.

To exercise your GDPR rights, contact us at privacy@foodience.com. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred and processed in the United States or other countries outside your country of residence. By using the Services, you consent to such transfers. We implement safeguards such as standard contractual clauses to protect international data transfers.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our Services are not directed to children under the age of 13 (or under 16 in the EEA/UK). We do not knowingly collect data from children. If we learn that a child has provided us with personal information, we will delete it promptly.

10. Third-Party Websites and Services