Privacy Policy
Effective Date: October 1, 2024
Introduction
Cerca App respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your information when you use our dating app. By accessing or using Cerca, you consent to the data practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
a. Personal Information
When you create an account, we collect personal information necessary to provide our services, including:
- Name
- Age and gender
- Contact details (e.g., email address, phone number)
- Location (to suggest local matches)
b. Profile Information
We may collect profile information such as:
- Photos you upload
- Preferences and interests shared in your profile
c. Matchmaking Information
To facilitate secure matchmaking, we use your contacts or mutual connections, but only with your explicit consent. We will not store or access any contacts without permission, and mutual contacts are only used to suggest potential matches, ensuring your data privacy.
d. Usage Information
We may collect information about your interactions within the app, such as:
- App usage statistics
- Messages exchanged with matches (content encrypted)
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To provide secure matchmaking services
- To personalize user experience, including suggesting matches
- To verify your identity and secure your account
- To improve app functionality and troubleshoot technical issues
3. Sharing of Your Information
We respect your privacy and will only share your information under the following conditions:
- With Your Consent: We may share information with third parties if you explicitly consent.
- Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party vendors and service providers to assist in app functionality.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by government authorities.
4. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. All personal information and messages within the app are encrypted to enhance privacy and security.
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to provide our services or as required by law. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time through the app’s settings.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:
- Accessing, updating, or deleting your data
- Objecting to or restricting the processing of your information
- Withdrawing consent for data processing
To exercise these rights, please contact us at contact@cercadating.com.
7. Children’s Privacy
Cerca App is intended for users who are 17 years or older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If you believe we may have collected information from someone under 17, please contact us immediately.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the app after any changes signifies acceptance of the new policy.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:contact@cercadating.com