Privacy policy

Who we are

Salad.Now is operated by DotNow Labs LLC (d/b/a Salad.Now).

We provide recipe inspiration, shopping lists, and retailer links. We do not sell food, process payments, or operate a loyalty program.

Scope

This Privacy Policy applies to Salad.Now websites and other services that link to this policy (the "Services").

Our business model

Salad.Now is an affiliate marketing and referral publisher. We earn B2B commissions from partner networks and retailers for qualifying referrals. We do not sell products directly to consumers or process consumer payments for grocery orders.

Information we collect

Information you provide

• Contact details and content you send to us, such as emails or support requests.
• Information you enter in on-site forms, such as account signup/login details and support requests.
• Communication preferences you select in account setup or account settings.

Information stored on your device

• Preferences saved in localStorage or sessionStorage, such as saved salads and session state.

Information collected automatically

• Basic device and log data (such as IP address, browser type, and timestamps) collected by hosting and security services for performance and protection.
• Analytics data about page views and interactions collected by Simple Analytics.

Information from third parties

• Aggregated or de-identified reports from retailers or affiliate partners about referral clicks and conversions.

How we use information

• Provide and maintain the Services, including remembering your preferences.
• Provide account access and related support.
• Send required service communications, including security, legal, policy, and material service-change notices.
• Send optional communications you opt into, such as order reminders, weekly wrap-ups, and new recipe updates.
• Attribute affiliate referrals and generate partner reporting.
• Display clear affiliate disclosures near relevant shopping actions.
• Respond to questions and support requests.
• Measure site performance and improve content.
• Protect against abuse, fraud, and security incidents.
• Comply with legal obligations.

Email communications and preferences

We send email communications in both mandatory and optional categories:

• Mandatory: system and company updates needed to operate, secure, and administer your account or comply with legal obligations. These messages are not optional while your account is active.
• Optional: order reminders, weekly wrap-ups, and new recipe updates that you can turn on or off in account settings.

You can update optional preferences in your account settings and through unsubscribe links where available. Preference changes may take a reasonable period to process.

Cookies and similar technologies

We and our service providers may use cookies or similar technologies for analytics, security, and site functionality. Retailer and affiliate links may place their own cookies or tracking technologies when you click through to their sites.

For more details, read our Cookie Policy.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Clearing your browser storage will remove local preferences saved on your device.

How we share information

• Service providers that help us operate the site (for example, hosting, analytics, and security).
• Retailers and affiliate partners when you choose to visit their sites via our links.
• Affiliate networks and measurement partners for referral attribution and commission reporting.
• Legal or compliance requests, or to protect our rights.
• Business transfers if we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale.

We do not sell personal information, and we do not share personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising.

Payments and ordering

Salad.Now does not process payments or fulfill orders. Any purchases are completed directly with the retailer you choose, and their privacy policies apply. We are not a seller or merchant in those transactions.

Data retention

Local preferences remain on your device until you clear your browser storage. We retain personal information only as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this policy, including legal obligations, dispute resolution, security, fraud prevention, technical operations, and other legitimate business needs.

Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect information. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

Your choices and rights

You can clear local storage in your browser to remove saved preferences. Depending on where you live, you may have rights to access, correct, or delete personal information, or to object to certain processing. To make a request, contact us at [email protected].

You can manage optional email communication preferences in your account settings. You cannot opt out of mandatory system and company updates while maintaining an active account.

Residents of certain U.S. states may have the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information for targeted advertising. Canadian residents may also have rights to access, correction, or deletion under applicable Canadian privacy laws. We do not sell personal information, and we do not share personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising. We may ask you to verify your identity before fulfilling a request, and you may use an authorized agent where permitted by law.

Sensitive personal information

We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal information (such as government ID numbers, precise geolocation, or biometric data). Please do not send sensitive information to us.

International transfers

Our service providers may process information in countries other than where you live, which may have different data protection laws.

Do Not Track

Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" signal. We do not currently respond to these signals, but you can control cookies and local storage through your browser settings.

Children's privacy

Our Services are not directed to children under 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

Changes to this policy

We may update this policy from time to time and will update the "Last updated" date when we do.

Contact

For privacy questions or requests, contact: [email protected].