Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 10, 2026

CateringList ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website cateringlist.com. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our website.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

When you submit a quote request through our website, we collect:

Name
Email address
Phone number (optional)
Event details (type, date, guest count, budget)
Message content

Information Collected Automatically

We do not use cookies or third-party tracking scripts. We do not use Google Analytics or any advertising trackers. Your browsing activity on our site is not tracked.

Our hosting provider (Vercel) may collect standard server logs including IP addresses and request metadata for security and performance purposes. This data is not used for marketing or shared with third parties.

Local Storage

We use your browser's local storage to save your list of saved caterers for comparison. This data stays on your device and is never sent to our servers.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information you provide in quote requests to:

Connect you with the caterer you selected
Forward your event details to the relevant catering company
Follow up on your request if needed

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

Data Storage and Security

Your quote request data is stored securely in our database hosted in the United States by Supabase, Inc. We use industry-standard security measures including encrypted connections (HTTPS) and row-level database security to protect your data.

Data Retention

We retain quote request data for up to 24 months to fulfill your request and for our legitimate business purposes. You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us.

Your Rights

All Users

You have the right to:

Request access to the personal data we hold about you
Request correction of inaccurate data
Request deletion of your data

California Residents (CCPA)

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act, California residents have additional rights including the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to delete personal information, and the right to opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.

European Residents (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation, including the right to data portability and the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority. Our legal basis for processing your data is your consent (provided when you submit a quote request).

Third-Party Links

Our website contains links to caterer websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or want to exercise your data rights, contact us at:

Email: privacy@cateringlist.com