Privacy Policy

LaparLah ("we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our website at laparlah.my (the "Site"). By using the Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Location data — If you use the "Find Food Near Me" feature, we access your device's geolocation to sort restaurants by distance. This data is only used in-session and is never stored on our servers.
• Usage data — We may collect anonymous data about how you use the Site, including pages visited and search queries, to improve our service.
• Locally stored data — Your visited restaurants and preferences are stored locally on your device using browser localStorage. This data never leaves your device unless you explicitly share it.
• Contact information — If you contact us via email or submit a "Report Wrong Info" form, we collect the information you provide in that communication.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and improve the Site's features and functionality
• Sort and display restaurants based on your location (when permission is granted)
• Respond to your enquiries or reports
• Analyse usage patterns to improve user experience
• Comply with applicable laws and regulations in Malaysia

3. Cookies and Browser Storage

We use minimal cookies and browser storage technologies required for the Site to function properly and improve usability. This may include storing preferences such as dark mode and locally saved restaurant activity using localStorage or similar browser storage features. We do not currently use advertising cookies or cross-site tracking cookies. If we introduce advertising or additional analytics in the future, we will update this policy and seek any consent required under applicable Malaysian law.

4. Third-Party Services

Our Site uses the following third-party services:

• Google Maps / Google Places API — Used to display restaurant locations, place details, and embedded maps. Google's Privacy Policy applies: policies.google.com/privacy
• OpenStreetMap / CARTO — Used for map tiles and mapping display. Their respective terms and privacy practices may apply when map content is loaded through your browser.
• WhatsApp — The "Share" button opens WhatsApp with pre-filled text. No data is sent to WhatsApp unless you choose to proceed with the share action.

5. Data Retention

We do not store personal data on our servers beyond what is reasonably necessary to operate the Site and respond to communications we receive. Location data used for "Near Me" searches is not retained after your session ends. Any data you store locally (such as visited restaurants and preferences) remains on your device and can be cleared by clearing your browser data.

If you contact us by email or submit a report or correction request, we may retain that communication and any related information for as long as reasonably necessary to respond, investigate, maintain basic records, and comply with legal obligations.

6. Your Rights Under Malaysian Law

Under the Personal Data Protection Act 2010 (PDPA) of Malaysia, you have the right to:

• Access personal data we hold about you
• Correct inaccurate personal data
• Withdraw consent for the processing of your personal data
• Request that we cease processing your data

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the email address below.

7. Children's Privacy

Our Site is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.

8. Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorised access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the new policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

• Email: hello@laparlah.my
• Website: laparlah.my