Community Guidelines

Neighbors helping neighbors. Let's keep it that way.

Last updated July 5, 2026 · HungryWatch by CloudBuckle Technologies LLC

HungryWatch works because neighbors help neighbors. These guidelines keep the community safe and the map trustworthy.

✅ Do

• Post a red pin only when you genuinely need food
• Post a green pin only when you have real food available right now
• Remove your pin as soon as your need is met or your food is gone
• Include allergen information if you are sharing food (nuts, dairy, gluten, etc.)
• Use a public or semi-public location for food pickup when possible
• Trust your instincts. If something feels wrong, leave and call 911.

❌ Don't

• Post fake pins. This wastes community goodwill and could keep someone in real need from being seen.
• Include your phone number, email, or social media handle in a pin note
• Ask for money, payment, or personal information in exchange for food
• Use the platform for commercial advertising or promotion
• Target or contact other users in an unwanted or threatening way
• Discriminate against anyone. Food is for everyone, regardless of background.

⚠️ Remember

• HungryWatch does not verify users or inspect food. Use your own judgment.
• Your exact location is never shown, only your general neighborhood.
• If you see something wrong, tap "Report" on any pin. We review all reports.
• Meet in public. A porch pickup is safer than inviting someone inside.

Sharing food safely

HungryWatch does not certify food safety, but a few habits keep everyone well:

• Only share food you would give to a neighbor: freshly prepared, properly stored, within date
• Share hot food within about two hours of cooking, and keep cold food refrigerated until pickup
• List allergens in your pin description (nuts, dairy, gluten, and so on)
• Do not share food if the packaging is damaged or you are unsure how it was stored

You are sharing food as a community gesture, not as a food business. California's Good Samaritan Food Donation Act (Health & Safety Code Section 114432) protects people who donate food in good faith.

Enforcement

Violations of these guidelines may result in pin removal, account suspension, or a permanent ban. Severe violations involving child safety or physical harm are reported to law enforcement. For the full rules, see our Terms of Use.