Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2026

Farmstand Privacy Policy

Farmstand is built to connect people with local farmstands. This Privacy Policy explains what information is collected, how it is used, and the choices available when using the Farmstand app.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly when using Farmstand, including:
• Account information (such as your name and email address)
• Profile details and farmstand listings you create
• Photos, descriptions, and other content you upload
• Messages sent through the app
• Reviews, ratings, and interactions

We may also collect limited technical data automatically, including:
• Location data (only if you enable location access)
• Usage data (such as features used and interactions)
• Device information (such as device type and operating system)

Farmstand does NOT collect or store payment information. All payments and subscriptions are processed securely through Apple's App Store.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to operate and improve Farmstand, including:
• Connecting users with local farmstands
• Displaying listings and map-based results
• Enabling messaging between users and farmstand owners
• Processing reviews, favorites, and interactions
• Managing farmstand ownership claims
• Sending notifications, alerts, and updates
• Improving app performance and user experience
• Complying with legal obligations

3. Location Data

If you choose to enable location services, we use your location to:
• Show nearby farmstands
• Provide distance-based results
• Improve map functionality

You can turn off location access at any time in your device settings.

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information.
We may share limited information in the following cases:
• With service providers that help operate the app (such as hosting, analytics, and infrastructure)
• With other users, only for information you choose to make public (such as listings and profile details)
• If required by law or to protect the safety and integrity of the platform

5. Data Security

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your information.
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Choices & Rights

You have control over your information.

You may:
• Update or correct your account information at any time
• Request deletion of your account and associated data
• Opt out of notifications
• Disable location access through your device settings

To request account deletion or access to your data, contact us at:
contact@farmstand.online

7. Push Notifications & Alerts

Farmstand may send optional notifications, including:
• Messages from other users
• Product or inventory updates
• Claim approvals or denials
• Platform announcements

You can disable notifications at any time in your device settings.

8. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to:
• Provide and maintain our services
• Support platform functionality
• Comply with legal obligations

When you delete your account, we remove your personal information from active systems within a reasonable timeframe.
In some cases, we may retain limited information where required for legal, regulatory, tax, accounting, fraud prevention, or dispute-resolution purposes.

9. Children's Privacy

Farmstand is intended for use by adults and individuals managing or supporting local farmstands.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that information has been provided by a child, we will delete it.

If you have any concerns, please contact us at:
contact@farmstand.online

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the "Last updated" date within the app.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, you can contact us at:
contact@farmstand.online