1. Data Controller

HomeDining AS (Org.nr 837 387 132), Kjølberggata 29A, 0653 Oslo, Norway, is the data controller for personal data processed through our platform.

2. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data based on:

• Contract performance: To facilitate bookings and provide services
• Consent: For marketing communications and optional features
• Legal obligation: For tax reporting and regulatory compliance
• Legitimate interest: For platform security and improvement

3. Data We Collect

3.1 Account Information

Name, email, phone number, profile photo

3.2 Host-Specific Data

Legal name, business registration, tax ID, bank account, address, food safety certifications

3.3 Booking Data

Event attendance, dietary requirements, payment information

3.4 Technical Data

IP addresses, browser type, device information, cookies

3.5 Communication Data

Messages between hosts and guests, reviews, support tickets

4. How We Use Your Data

• Facilitate bookings and payments
• Verify host compliance with regulations
• Process payouts to hosts
• Send booking confirmations and updates
• Improve platform security and functionality
• Comply with legal obligations (tax reporting, law enforcement)
• Send marketing (with consent, opt-out available)

5. Data Sharing

We share data only as necessary:

• Between Users: Hosts receive guest names and dietary info; guests see host profiles
• Payment Processors: To process transactions securely
• Tax Authorities: As required by Norwegian law
• Service Providers: Cloud hosting, analytics (under data processing agreements)
• Legal Obligations: When required by law or court order

6. Your GDPR Rights

• Access: Request a copy of your data
• Rectification: Correct inaccurate data
• Erasure: Request deletion (subject to legal retention)
• Restriction: Limit processing in certain cases
• Portability: Receive data in machine-readable format
• Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interest
• Withdraw Consent: For consent-based processing

Exercise rights by emailing: privacy@homedining.online or calling +47 241 49 507

7. Data Retention

• Account data: Until account deletion + 30 days
• Booking records: 5 years (Norwegian accounting law)
• Tax-related data: 10 years (Norwegian tax law)
• Marketing data: Until consent withdrawn

8. International Transfers

Data is stored within the EU/EEA. Any transfers outside comply with GDPR safeguards (Standard Contractual Clauses).

9. Cookies

We use essential cookies for platform functionality and optional cookies for analytics (with consent). Manage preferences in account settings.

10. Children's Privacy

Our platform is not for users under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from minors.

11. Data Security

We implement technical and organizational measures including encryption, access controls, and regular security audits.

12. Service Availability & Data Processing by Region

HomeDining currently supports operations in selected countries; availability may vary by region. We collect minimal data (email and country) from users on the global waitlist for the sole purpose of notifying them when services launch in their region. This data is processed under legitimate interest and will not be used for marketing without explicit consent. Users can request deletion at any time by emailing privacy@homedining.online.

13. Changes to Policy

Updates will be posted with notice. Continued use implies acceptance.

14. Contact & Complaints

Data Protection Officer: dpo@homedining.online

You have the right to lodge a complaint with the Norwegian Data Protection Authority (Datatilsynet).