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Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. Here's how we protect your data.
At LoveConnect, we take your privacy seriously. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your personal data.
1. Information We Collect
Information you provide:
| Data Type |
Examples |
| Account Information |
Username, email, password (hashed), gender, birthdate |
| Profile Information |
Bio, location, interests, photos |
| Communication |
Messages sent to other users |
| Preferences |
Gender preferences, match settings |
Information collected automatically:
- Usage data: Pages visited, features used, time spent on platform.
- Device information: Browser type, IP address, device type, operating system.
- Cookies: Session cookies, preference cookies, and authentication tokens.
2. How We Use Your Information
- To create and manage your account.
- To match you with compatible users based on your preferences.
- To facilitate communication between matched users.
- To improve our platform and user experience.
- To send important notifications about your account.
- To ensure platform safety and prevent fraud or abuse.
- To comply with legal obligations.
3. Data Sharing
We do NOT sell your personal data to third parties. We may share information:
- With other users as part of your public profile (username, bio, photos, interests).
- With service providers who help us operate the platform (hosting, analytics).
- If required by law or to protect our rights and users.
4. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:
- Encryption: Passwords are hashed using bcrypt. Data transmission uses HTTPS.
- Access controls: Only authorized personnel can access user data.
- Regular audits: We review our security practices periodically.
- Secure storage: Data is stored on secure servers with restricted access.
5. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data.
- Correct inaccurate information.
- Delete your account and associated data.
- Export your data in a portable format.
- Opt-out of marketing communications.
- Restrict certain processing activities.
6. Cookies Policy
We use the following types of cookies:
| Cookie Type |
Purpose |
| Essential Cookies |
Required for platform functionality (login, security) |
| Preference Cookies |
Remember your settings (language, theme) |
| Analytics Cookies |
Help us understand how users interact with the platform |
7. Data Retention
- Account data is retained while your account is active.
- Messages are stored until deleted by both parties or account deletion.
- Deleted account data is permanently removed within 30 days.
- Some data may be retained for legal or security purposes.
8. Third-Party Services
Our platform may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review their policies before providing any personal information.
9. Children's Privacy
LoveConnect is not intended for users under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If we discover a minor has created an account, we will delete it immediately.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy periodically. We will notify users of material changes via email or platform notification. The updated policy will be effective immediately upon posting.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this privacy policy or your data, please contact us:
Last updated: January 2024