Privacy Policy

1. Introduction and General Provisions

This Privacy Policy applies to all personal data processed by datemij through our website date-mij.com, our mobile applications, and related services (collectively, the "Services"). By using our Services, you consent to the collection, use, and sharing of your information as described in this policy.

We process personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for users in the European Economic Area (EEA).

2. What Data We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us, as well as data generated through your use of our Services:

• Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your name, email address, date of birth, gender, and a password.
• Profile Information: Information you add to your profile, such as photos, biography, interests, location, and preferences.
• Communication Data: Messages you send and receive through our platform, including chat logs and reported conversations.
• Technical Data: Automatically collected information including your IP address, browser type and version, device identifiers, operating system, pages visited, and referring URLs.
• Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our Services, such as search queries, clicks, time spent on pages, and feature usage.
• Payment Information: If you purchase premium features, our payment processors collect billing details. We do not store full credit card numbers.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

• To provide, maintain, and improve our Services, including matching you with potential partners.
• To communicate with you about your account, updates, security alerts, and support messages.
• To personalize your experience by showing relevant profiles and content.
• To ensure the safety and integrity of our platform by detecting and preventing fraud, abuse, and illegal activities.
• To analyze usage trends and optimize our Services for better performance.
• To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service.

We process your data based on your consent, the necessity to perform our contract with you, legitimate interests, or legal compliance.

4. Sharing Data with Third Parties

We do not sell your personal data to third parties. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted vendors who assist us in operating our Services (e.g., hosting, analytics, payment processing, customer support). These partners are contractually bound to protect your data.
• Legal Requirements: If required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request.
• Safety and Protection: To protect the rights, property, or safety of datemij, our users, or the public.
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, where user information may be transferred as a business asset.

Profile information you choose to make public (such as your profile picture and bio) is visible to other users of the platform.

5. Data Protection

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, access controls, secure server infrastructure, and regular security assessments.

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We encourage you to use strong passwords and keep your login credentials confidential.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data under certain conditions.
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing in specific situations.
• Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, commonly used format.
• Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests.
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your consent at any time, where processing is based on consent.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details in Section 9. We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.

7. Cookies (Cookies)

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and deliver personalized content. Cookies are small text files stored on your device.

Types of cookies we use:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function (e.g., login sessions).
• Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our site (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings.
• Advertising Cookies: Used to deliver relevant ads and measure ad performance.

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our Services.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other reasons. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date below.

We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Your continued use of our Services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Last Updated: January 1, 2025

9. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact our Data Protection Officer:

Email: [email protected]
Postal Address: datemij Privacy Team, [Your Company Address, City, Country]

For general inquiries, please visit our Contact page.