Privacy Policy

Effective date: January 1, 2025  ·  Last updated: January 1, 2026  ·  Applies worldwide including Pakistan

Contents

Overview Data We Collect How We Use It Sharing Your Data Storage & Security Your Rights Cookies Children's Privacy International Users Pakistan Users Policy Changes Contact

Overview

SmartRestro ("we", "us", "our") is a restaurant management SaaS platform operated from Pakistan. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use SmartRestro's services at smartrestro.pro.

By using SmartRestro, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the service.

Short version: We collect only what we need to run your account and deliver the service. We never sell your data. We never show you ads. Your restaurant data belongs to you.

Data We Collect

Account Information

  • Name, email address, phone number
  • Restaurant name, location, logo
  • Password (stored as a secure hash — we cannot see it)

Business Data

  • Menu items, pricing, categories
  • Orders, transactions, customer records
  • Staff accounts and roles
  • Financial reports (sales, expenses, P&L, salary)

Technical Data

  • IP address, browser type, device type
  • Pages visited, actions taken in the dashboard
  • Error logs (to fix bugs)

Customer Data (Your Customers)

When your customers place orders through your SmartRestro-powered site, their data (name, phone, address, order history) is collected on your behalf. You are the data controller for your customers' data — SmartRestro is the processor.

How We Use Your Data

  • To provide, operate, and improve the SmartRestro service
  • To send account-related notifications (billing, security alerts)
  • To respond to support requests
  • To detect and prevent fraud or abuse
  • To comply with legal obligations
  • To analyze aggregate usage patterns and improve the platform

We do not use your data for advertising. We do not sell your data to any third party. We do not share your restaurant's business data with competitors or marketplaces.

Sharing Your Data

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share data only in the following limited circumstances:

Service Providers

We use trusted third-party services to operate the platform (e.g., hosting, email delivery, payment processing). These providers only access data necessary to perform their function and are bound by confidentiality obligations.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose data if required by law, court order, or government authority in Pakistan or the user's jurisdiction, or to protect the rights and safety of SmartRestro or its users.

Business Transfer

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user data may be transferred. You will be notified before your data is subject to a different privacy policy.

Storage & Security

Your data is stored on secure cloud servers. We implement industry-standard security measures including:

  • Encryption in transit (HTTPS/TLS) and at rest
  • Secure password hashing (bcrypt)
  • Regular automated backups
  • Access controls — only authorized personnel can access production systems

No security system is 100% impenetrable. If a data breach occurs that affects your personal data, we will notify you within 72 hours as required by applicable law.

Your Rights

Regardless of where you are located, you have the following rights:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
  • Portability: Export your restaurant's data in CSV/PDF format anytime from your dashboard
  • Objection: Object to processing of your data for certain purposes
  • Withdraw consent: Where processing is based on consent, withdraw it at any time

To exercise any right, contact us at support@smartrestro.pro or WhatsApp. We will respond within 30 days.

Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Keep you logged in to your account (session cookies)
  • Remember your preferences
  • Understand how the platform is used (analytics)

We do not use third-party advertising cookies. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some functionality of the platform.

Children's Privacy

SmartRestro is a business software platform intended for adults (18+). We do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under 18. If we become aware that a minor has created an account, we will delete it promptly. If you believe a minor has provided us data, contact us immediately.

International Users

SmartRestro is available globally. If you are accessing the service from outside Pakistan, your data may be transferred to and processed in Pakistan or other countries where our service providers operate.

GDPR (European Users)

If you are in the European Economic Area, you have additional rights under GDPR including the right to lodge a complaint with your national data protection authority. Our legal basis for processing is: contract performance (to provide the service), legitimate interest (security, fraud prevention), and consent where explicitly given.

CCPA (California Users)

California residents have the right to know what personal data is collected, request deletion, and opt out of sale. We do not sell personal data — this right is automatically satisfied. Contact us to exercise access or deletion rights.

Pakistan Users

SmartRestro complies with the Personal Data Protection Bill (PDPB) framework applicable in Pakistan. As a Pakistani company, we are committed to responsible data handling in accordance with local regulations.

Data stored for Pakistani users is processed in compliance with applicable Pakistani data protection requirements. For any concerns regarding data processing in Pakistan, you may contact the relevant regulatory authority.

Policy Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. When we make significant changes, we will notify you by email and display a notice in your dashboard. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page will always reflect the most recent version.

Continued use of SmartRestro after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

For privacy-related questions, requests, or concerns:

We aim to respond to all privacy requests within 30 days.